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Reviving Tradition: Annual Kimchi-Making Event Brings Heritage and Community Together in Busan

New CEO for Wilhelmsen Ship Management

After 16 years at the helm of Wilhelmsen Ship Management, Carl Schou be will retiring. As part of the planned succession, he will hand over the reins to Haakon Lenz on 1 January 2025

Hecla Emissions Management Unveils FuelEU Maritime Exchange to Support Trading of Compliance Balances

Hecla Emissions Management, a joint venture between Wilhelmsen Ship Management and Affinity Shipping LLP, has launched the FuelEU Maritime Exchange (FME), the industry's first platform for secure trading of FuelEU Maritime compliance balance

Understand the Mechanics: Exploring Tanker Ship Management

Tanker Ships are vital to the global supply chain as the cargo can be used for many purposes which are vital for the global economy. Explore the various types of tanker ships and how they affect the global economy and environment.

Implementing Vessel Performance Monitoring

Optimize vessel efficiency and reduce costs with our performance monitoring guide.

Optimizing Vessel Performance During Lay-Up Management

Optimize vessel lay-up with strategic site selection, maintenance, and monitoring.

Comprehensive Guide to Onboard Ship Maintenance Procedures

Explore effective ship maintenance strategies, understand the Planned Maintenance System (PMS), ensure regulatory compliance, and implement both corrective and preventive measures to enhance safety and efficiency on board.

Selecting the right shipyard: Human Rights Considerations

Shipyards play a crucial role as producers of high-quality work for newbuilding and drydocking projects. When selecting a shipyard, shipowners must consider the adherence to basic and fundamental human rights.

Navigating EU ETS Compliance with Hecla Emissions Management

Hecla Emissions Management helps shipowners meet EU ETS compliance with tailored emissions monitoring, reporting, and allowance management services.

Exploring Ship Management: A Closer Look at the Industry

Effective ship management navigates the ever-changing sea of regulations for safe, sustainable, and strategies for addressing seafarer shortages.

Understand the Mechanics: How Do LNG Ships Work

Discover the essential operations of LNG ships and their crucial role in global energy transportation.

WManager 1-2024

Wilhelmsen Ship Management's in-house magazine

Essential Marine Management with Asset Care for Smooth Operations

Discover how marine management and asset care can streamline maritime operations.

Beneath the Same Stars in a Different Era

Ove Myrstad started his career in Wilhelmsen, following in his father's footsteps. They share a seafaring bond that will be cherished for a lifetime. We explore his journey starting from his father's seafaring career, his own career as well as share his experiences along the way.

Sustainability Report 2023

Wilhelmsen Ship Management's annual sustainability report presents the key aspects of our ESG progress and ambitions.

Wilhelmsen Ship Management Cocktail Reception in Japan

We are pleased to host an exclusive, invitation-only cocktail reception, bringing together the leaders of Japan's shipping community. This event promises an engaging atmosphere, perfect for networking, exchanging ideas, and building valuable connections to strengthen ties within the maritime industry.

Winning the talent tug of war

How Responsible Ship Management practices Attracts and Retains Top Seafaring Talent

Wilhelmsen Ship Management Cocktail Reception in Athens

Exclusive cocktail reception bringing together the Greek shipping community. This invitation-only event promises an engaging atmosphere where industry leaders can network and exchange ideas. Discover the latest updates in Wilhelmsen Ship Management and gain insights from our experts on the EU ETS. Plus, enjoy a special performance by Polyphonica: a non-profit organization supported by Wilhelmsen.

Planting seeds of hope

RightProc - The Right Way for your Maritime Procurement Solutions

We understand the challenges faced by maritime companies in adapting to the evolving regulatory landscape. We are committed to providing our clients with comprehensive solutions that not only ensure compliance but also drive cost savings and enhance ESG performance.

WManager 2-2023

Wilhelmsen Ship Management's in-house magazine

Restoration of children shelters in Malaysia

Wilhelmsen and MPC Capital acquire Hamburg-based ship manager Zeaborn

Wilhelmsen Ship Management and MPC Capital jointly acquire 100 % of Zeaborn Ship Management

Attitude matters when safety is a personal responsibility

Our data observations demonstrate that officers with longer tenure in the company experience fewer incidents onboard compared to newly recruited experienced officers. Giving the right support to newly recruited experienced officers is paramount to instill the right workplace attitude across the board

Navigating the Waves of Change: A Deep Dive into Ship Management, Decarbonization, and Diversity at Wilhelmsen

Our CEO & President, Carl Schou, believes there are great opportunities for ship managers ahead. In an interview with Naftemporiki, one of Greece's business news publications, he discusses the significant challenges faced by the maritime industry today.

A Legacy of Excellence Revived: Barber Ship Management's Voyage into the Future

Reviving the "Barber" brand in the world of tanker ship management is no stroll in the park. This task now rests on the shoulders of Roine Alquist, the CEO of Barber Ship Management. He candidly shares the unvarnished truth about his journey so far.

Avenir LNG places LNG bunker trio with Wilhelmsen Ship Management

Avenir LNG Limited, a global energy supplier, has entrusted Wilhelmsen Ship Management (Wilhelmsen) with the management of three LNG bunker vessels: Avenir Achievement, Avenir Ascension, and Avenir Aspiration.

Smooth Sailing, Greener Trails, Our Energy Savings Set The Windsails

It is known that the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has established ambitious targets in its 2018 GHG (Greenhouse Gas) strategy, aiming for a 50% reduction of total emissions in the maritime industry by 2050.

Captain Rosemelyn On Board Of AS Patria

We are very proud to announce that Mrs. Rosemelyn De Villa Boongaling took over her first command on our AS Patria as the first Female Captain in Wilhelmsen Ahrenkiel Ship Management.

Shipping: More Than Just Delivering Packages

Our management trainee, Andreas shared his three-months journey at Wilhelmsen Ship Management, "I've discovered the vast and vital world of shipping. From a mere package delivery fee to now seeing its impact on daily life, shipping's versatility in finance, marketing, and sustainability makes it an exciting industry for the future. Engaging in meetings, projects, and sailing with the crew has been invaluable, and I'm grateful for the experience."

WManager 1-2023

Wilhelmsen Ship Management's in-house magazine

Wilhelmsen Ship Management Seminar & Cocktail in Athens

We will be hosting a seminar and cocktail reception to meet and greet the Greek shipping community. This is an intimate, invitation-only event intended to foster conversation on Rightship vetting, viability of biofuel as a drop-in fuel, alongside the latest updates on EU ETS and development of alternative fuel engines.

Sustainability Report 2022

Performance with Care is our operating philosophy. Delivering Performance with Care translates to being a responsible ship manager with a progressive aim to become a better corporate citizen by having the People, Environment and Trade & Customer calculated into our operations.

A home that has withstood typhoons and storms now stands stronger than ever

Wilhelmsen Ship Management Seminar & Drinks @NorShipping

We will be hosting a seminar and drinks to meet and greet the Norwegian shipping community. This is an intimate, invitation-only event intended to foster conversation amongst industry decision makers about the opportunities and challenges of the new environment regulations has opened up from different stakeholder's perspectives

Competency Assurance in Wilhelmsen Ship Management

Is your crew truly competent ? Our team shares why one should look beyond qualification or certification.

Wilhelmsen Ship Management Seminar and Dinner in Tokyo

We will be hosting a seminar and dinner to meet and greet the Japanese shipping community. This is an intimate, invitation-only event intended to foster conversation amongst industry decision makers about new regulations from the IMO and EU and their impact on the shipping industry, as well as the operation and safety of LNG bunkering.

Wilhelmsen Ship Management and Affinity Shipping team up to launch full EU emissions reporting and trading services

Global ship manager pools expertise with independent ship broker to offer a unique package of services to assist ship owners and operators navigate and comply with regulations as shipping gears up for emissions trading debut.

Felina Lin

Vice President of Services and New Growth

Getting our crew ready for SIRE 2.0

The new SIRE 2.0 regime is expected to become operational soon. It is our upmost priority to ensure that our crew can transition into the new regime without overloading them with too much information as they perform their day-to-day duties.

Finally - a first for us

Captain Lee Eun Ran is not the world’s first female captain but a significant milestone given that shipping is still a male dominated industry and has been the same for decades.

Activities with Bahay at Yaman ni San Martin De Porres in the Philippines

Learning Center for underprivileged children of Mumbai

Activities with HOPE Foundation in New Delhi, India

Abode of love in Mumbai

Sharing briquettes in Busan, Korea

WManager 1-2022

Wilhelmsen Ship Management's in-house magazine

Chasing their Dreams and Working Hard for It

If you’re out at sea and can hear someone belting out power ballads like, “If I Sing You a Love Song by Bonnie Taylor” or “I Can’t Fight this Feeling Anymore by REO Speedwagon” then you know Sabrina McCoy Villaruz or Raquel Marilag is onboard. These two female officers are paving the way and breaking ceilings in the seafaring industry.

The Tale of a Seafarer's Wife

The life of a seafarer certainly has its challenges, and one of it is being away from your family for long periods of time. But imagine being the wife of a seafarer and having to part with your husband for weeks or sometimes even months.

The Captain, The Princess and The Life of a Seafarer

“I am a positive person, and I believe that being positive affects our outlook in life,” Captain Nitin Malkani shares. It was apparent from our call that he’s someone who is very composed, an indispensable trait especially when working in COVID times.

In Conversation with the Chief Engineer for Yara Birkeland

It's not every day that you get to work for something that has the title, "the world's first". So, when the chance arose, Bjørnar Flaa knew it was an opportunity of a lifetime. This is because Bjørnar would be working on the world's first fully electric and autonomous container vessel, the Yara Birkeland.

Flying High with a Career at Sea

Choosing the seafarers life is not so common choice for young people nowadays due to many factors including being away from home for long periods of time. Nevertheless, the charms of sailing and exploring the world continue to appeal to a small fraction of those who want to live an extraordinary life.

Wilhelmsen Ship Management takes a majority stake in Ahrenkiel Tankers to strengthen its position in the tanker market

WManager 2-2021

Wilhelmsen Ship Management's in-house magazine

Cargo Hold Preparation and Cargo Loss Prevention

Bulk Carrier, the Work Horse of the Sea!

Wilhelmsen Ship Management awarded PCL’s LPG

The Rise of Submersibles

Wilhelmsen Ship Management relocates joint venture to Athens

WSM aims to strengthen its foothold in the Greek market through its joint-venture, Diana Wilhelmsen Management Limited.

#makingadifference

Curbing plastic requires a lifecycle approach and a holistic view of the whole value chain. Wilhelmsen Ship Management has taken a strong stand against single-use plastic since 2019 and the journey still continues today.

The personal presence matters

A pandemic silver lining.

Dry-docking during a pandemic

We share a few reflections from our vessel managers on the turmoil faced when performing dry docking at the height of a pandemic.

Wilhelmsen Ship Management appoints Radoslaw Walczak as Vice President, Technical

The new position is part of Wilhelmsen Ship Management's recent organizational restructuring to tackle the rapid changing industry requirements in ship operations.

WManager 1-2021

Wilhelmsen Ship Management's in-house magazine

Winds of Change: Ship Management Gears up for a Booming Industry

Recognising the shift as more nations continue the adoption of renewable energy, Wilhelmsen Ship Management prepares to play a pivotal role in providing key talent to the wind industry.

The Seafarer: One Man’s Tale of Gratitude, Belonging and Contentment

This personal account conveys the view of how an ordinary man withstands the challenges inside a huge floating metal container for months and despite the hardships, is still proud to call himself a seafarer.

How does the empowered workforce deliver greater performance?

Delivering better and faster customer experience

(Probably) The Only Seafaring Triplets in the World

It's a bold claim but we certainly think they hold the title!

Ship management during COVID-19 pandemic

Wilhelmsen Ship Management shares proactive measures done to ensure uninterrupted operability of our fleet during the COVID-19 pandemic.