Bob van Wijlandt is Sustainability Manager at Damen Shiprepair & Conversion, where he represents and advances the Damen sustainability strategy across yard operations, projects, and partnerships.
In his role, Bob provides leadership and direction to translate Damen’s ambition to become the most sustainable and connected maritime solution provider in the world into concrete action. He works at the intersection of strategy and execution, ensuring sustainability is embedded in day‑to‑day decision-making and long-term business development. Damen’s sustainability approach is built on two core pillars: minimum emission and maximum impact. Minimum emission focuses on reducing local and global emissions and pollution, both from Damen’s shipyard activities and through supporting clients in the greenification and future-proofing of their fleets.
Maximum impact reflects Damen’s responsibility and influence within the maritime value chain, local communities, and the wider ecosystem. By strengthening collaboration with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders, Damen aims to create lasting value across people, planet, and profit. Through this company-driven strategy, Bob’s work supports the transition of the maritime industry towards more sustainable, resilient, and integrated solutions.