45 years of ship management

For 45 years, Wilhelmsen Ship Management has been providing professional ship management services to the shipping community. A quality focused ship manager driven by passionate people, heritage and ambition. Our commitment in delivering ship management excellence remains throughout the decades of change : Past, present and future.

President's Message

President's message

This year WSM celebrate 45 years of serving the shipping and seafaring community. We have come a long way and it goes without saying that this fantastic achievement would not be possible without the people that have dedicated their time and energy in building what we have today; a reputation that speaks of quality, heritage and ambition. Our identity is defined by performance driven people that value relationship and tradition, at the same time being ambitious in our aspirations.

Way back in time

The history and formation of Wilhelmsen Ship Management
A special pictorial for the pioneers

Wilhelmsen Ship Management's first company was incorporated on 27 August 1975 in Hong Kong and was then named Barber Ship Management Limited (BSM), Hong Kong. Here are some precious photographs taken since 1975.

Unsung heroes

For decades, our seafarers are the unsung heroes of the maritime industry. In times of need, they are selfless and ready to help the distressed at sea. For them, not a single man will be left behind.
Special ships and projects

Wilhelmsen Ship Management is known for being skilled with handling unique requirements and navigating all vessel types. Here are a few of the past and present special marine assignments.

Timeline

From an in-house manager to becoming one of the world’s top 10 international ship managers. Our roadmap of 45 years are marked with many notable milestones and success.
Future of Ship Management

Sustainability is another word for success. Through these years, shipping has gone through a number of versatile periods. Our ambitions keeps us moving in projecting ahead for the future.