Sustainable solutions

Responsible sourcing and 100% circularity of Damen vessels.

• Circular Design for Sustainability: Transitioning to a More Sustainable Business Model

Design for sustainability is an integral part of our mission. We recognise the importance of transitioning to a circular approach. Our circular business model aims to minimise landfill waste and reduce the extraction of raw materials, promoting principles of sharing, reusing, and repurposing, through our Financial Services, Repair & Services, Trading, and DMS, Conversion & Decommissioning solutions. Join us in creating a more environmentally responsible world, one loop at a time.

• Paving the way for a Circular Future

We are involved in the Capital Equipment Coalition, an initiative of PACE (Platform for Accelerating the Circular Economy). We work alongside equipment producers to exchange best practices and collaborate with policymakers to promote a circular approach to business. We hope to inspire others to embrace circularity and contribute to global efforts towards a more sustainable future. Join us in this mission and explore the possibilities of a circular economy.

• Circular Transition Indicator (CTI) tool

Damen is using the Circular Transition Indicator (CTI) tool to develop the circular baseline for our ferry and tug products. This tool enables us to assess the circularity of our products and identify areas for improvement. By using the CTI tool, we are taking a proactive approach to ensuring that our products are designed with circularity in mind, thereby reducing waste and promoting sustainability.

• Eco-Friendly Approach to Painting

Damen yards prioritise sustainable practices in their painting systems, striving for minimal material use, emissions, and waste. Through optimisation and sharing of best practices, as well as exploration of alternative options in the market, we aim to reduce our environmental impact.

Products linked to this SDG:

• Lifetime extensions with InvaSave & NOx reduction system (SCR technology).

• Conversions of multiple vessels

• Ferries interior design based on circular design principles

Zero emissions - for both vessels and production facilities.

• Prioritizing health and environmental protection with welding fume collection and filtering systems

To protect the health of our employees and prevent harm to the environment, Damen has implemented extraction and filtering systems in our yards, such as in Damen Changde, to collect and filter welding fumes at the source.

• Innovative Solution to Reduce Welding Gas Usage and Emissions

To reduce the usage of welding gasses and minimize emissions, Damen Changde has installed pressure regulators that can save up to 15% of acetylene gas.

• Water conservation efforts: reducing consumption one tap at a time

Damen Cape Town is committed to reducing water consumption by replacing existing taps with low flow taps and flow timed taps, and converting toilets to low flow systems. These measures will result in a significant reduction in monthly water consumption.

• Lighting the Way to a Greener Future: Damen Cape Town's Energy-Saving Measures

At Damen Cape Town, we are committed to implementing energy-saving measures. We have replaced old incandescent light bulbs with LED lights, which save electricity and require less frequent replacement. We have also installed motion sensor light switches to ensure lights are not left on. In addition, our security team has been instructed to switch off lights and air conditioners during evening patrols to save electricity.

Design, production and product performance are optimized towards low environmental impact.

• Taking Action for a Cleaner Ocean: Damen Antalya Employees Lead the Way on World Water Day

On World Water Day, employees of Damen Antalya help clean the bottom of the Mediterranean. Through this initiative, we hope to raise awareness about the importance of responsible waste management and encourage our employees to take an active role in protecting the environment. This initiative is just one example of our ongoing efforts to reduce our environmental impact. We believe that by working together, we can create a better future.

• Joining Forces for Cleaner Rivers

Our commitment to sustainability extends beyond our operations. At Damen Changde, employees take part in a riverbed cleaning effort to improve the quality of water. Damen Song Cam is giving employees the opportunity to participate in cleaning up the Cam river and its surroundings. At Damen Dredging Equipment in Nijkerk, plastic waste is collected and the waterline cleaned. Through these initiatives, Damen is demonstrating its commitment to protecting the planet.

• Protecting the Black Sea: Damen Mangalia's Innovative Environmental Practices

At Damen Mangalia, we prioritise protection of the Black Sea ecosystem. One way we achieve this is the implementation of an effective dust retention system in our repair dock. Additionally, we have introduced water curtains that capture and dispose of waste responsibly.

We also conduct pollution drills to ensure employees are prepared to handle environmental hazards. This proactive approach ensures we can continue to operate in a sustainable manner.

• Protecting Sturgeon Breeding in the Yangtze River

At Damen Yichang Shipyard, we support sturgeon breeding. Measure include installation of a sewage treatment station, establishment of a rainwater collection pond to prevent direct discharge of rainwater into the river, and a policy of not launching ships during November, December, and January to avoid impacting spawning sturgeon. We also facilitate the release of Chinese sturgeon. Our efforts are part of our commitment to sustainable practices in all of our operations.