Together with our partners, we control more than 145 vessels operating in a global network of trades and ranks as the world’s largest operator in the roll-on roll-off cargo segment.
Our ocean transport activities are supported by a variety of advanced shore-based logistics services, offering customers seamless door-to-door supply chain solutions.
The group also occupies a leading position in the global maritime service industry through an unparalleled global network, delivering services to more than 200 shipyards and some 20 000 vessels each year.
The group’s wholly owned subsidiaries employ about 14 000 people. In addition comes a crew pool of more than 8 000 seafarers. The group has close to 400 offices in 73 countries within its wholly-owned structure, increasing to more than 500 offices in 78 countries when partly-owned companies are included.
For presentation of business segments, please see » What we do.
Solid earning
Our operating income for 2008 was USD 3 434 million, with an operating profit of USD 352 million (proportionate methode). The shipping and maritime services segments were the main contributors to the improved profit in 2008.
Corporate governance
We observe the Norwegian code of practice for corporate governance. Ethical guidelines and/or a code of conduct have been developed for each company in our group as part of our acceptance of social responsibility and of making sure that all employees conduct our business in a proper manner.
Operational excellence
By managing our own fleet cost-efficiently and in a good environmental manner, we can give our car and ro-ro customers the best service. Our professional ships services and ship management networks also contribute to securing safe and efficient operation for the whole merchant fleet, in compliance with international regulations.
Environmental frontrunner
We aim to reduce the environmental impact of our cargo-carrying operations through a long-term vision of zero emissions. As a global provider of marine environmental solutions to the whole merchant fleet, we also aim to help make the maritime industry more environmentally adapted.
Innovation
Innovation and cooperation are crucial for achieving the environmental improvements which the world expects from our industry. It is also necessary in order to be shaping the maritime industry in every aspect, from our customer service to the knowledge, products and services we supply.
Our values
We have five values – customer centred, empowerment, stewardship, learning and innovation, and teaming and collaboration – which provide the foundation of our leadership style and the way we conduct our business.
Expertise
We believe that empowered employees in an innovative, learning organisation are our main competitive advantage in meeting the needs of our customers. Through knowledgeable and highly competent employees, we will shape the maritime industry.