Ready for the future

Pillar 1

Sustainable shipbuilding process

At Next Generation Shipyards, we build ships in the most environmentally friendly way possible. Our efforts focus on:

Reduction of CO₂ emissions

Our yard is energy-positive. The solar panels on our roofs produce more electricity each year than we consume. This means our shipbuilding activities are fully powered by green energy.

Employee wellbeing

We strive to create high-quality jobs. Safety and health are our top priorities, both during work and beyond. That is why we are VCA-certified and continuously improve our processes to ensure the safety of our employees, the company and the surrounding environment.

Pillar 2

Sustainable vessels

Together with our clients, we continuously seek innovations and improvements in ship designs, always with sustainability in mind. Key focus areas include:

Reducing energy consumption

We take the lead in identifying the most efficient and renewable forms of energy and incorporate these into our ship designs.

Responsible use of materials

Where possible, we select recyclable materials and use resources efficiently to prevent waste. Residual materials are reused without compromising on quality, ensuring that high-grade materials are recycled to the highest standards.

Pillar 3

Sustainable environment

Next Generation Shipyards is located on the north coast of the Netherlands, directly on the Wadden Sea. Thanks to our location, we are accessible by sea 24 hours a day without locks or bridges.

We feel a strong responsibility for our unique surroundings: the largest contiguous nature reserve in Europe and the UNESCO World Heritage Site Wadden Sea. This area stretches from Den Helder to Esbjerg. Therefore, we actively participate in and initiate programmes aimed at improving nature and the environment. As a frontrunner, we want to set an example for others in the industry, with the conviction that the true value of a company lies in the contribution it makes to its environment.

Projects and initiatives

Green Shipping Wadden Sea, Ecolution, Sustainable Harbour Coalition, breeding pontoons for coastal birds and swallow boxes around the shipyard.