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Annual report
2023
Key figures
– consolidated accounts
2023 2022* 2021 2020 2019
INCOME STATEMENT
Total income USD mill 1 029 958 874 812 850
Operating profit before amortisation and impairment (EBITDA) USD mill 147 153 141 138 149
Operating profit USD mill 88 83 73 60 78
Profit before tax USD mill 515 440 66 205 144
Net profit USD mill 487 427 53 178 130
Net profit after non-controlling interests USD mill 466 400 72 117 114
BALANCE SHEET
Non current assets USD mill 3 294 2 981 2 702 2 736 2 638
Current assets USD mill 811 730 746 751 655
Equity USD mill 2 857 2 438 2 230 2 265 2 082
Interest-bearing debt USD mill 608 654 642 657 675
Total assets USD mill 4 105 3 711 3 448 3 488 3 293
KEY FINANCIAL FIGURES
Cash flow from operation
(1)
USD mill 194 64 122 194 98
Liquid funds at 31 December
(2)
USD mill 349 267 366 393 255
Liquidy ratio
(3)
1.3 1.1 0.9 1.3 1.2
Equity ratio
(4)
% 70% 66% 65% 65% 63%
YIELD
Return on equity
(5)
% 19% 19% 4% 6% 6%
KEY FIGURES PER SHARE
Earnings per share
(6)
USD 10.52 8.98 1.63 2.63 2.46
Operating profit before amortisation and impairment (EBITDA) per share
(7)
USD 3.33 3.42 3.16 3.10 3.24
Average number of shares outstanding Thousand 44 283 44 580 44 580 44 580 45 948
Dividend per share paid during the year NOK 10.00 7.00 8.00 2.00 5.00
Definition
(1) Net cash flow from operating activities
(2) Cash, bank deposits and current financial investments
(3) Current assets divided by current liabilities
(4) Equity in percent of total assets
(5) Profit after tax divided by average equity
(6) Profit for the period after non-controlling interests (NCI), divided by average number of shares
Earnings per share taking into consideration the number of shares reduced for own shares
(7) Operating profit for the period adjusted for depreciation and impairments of assets, divided by average number of shares outstanding
*The investment in Hyundai Glovis has been restated from fair value through income statement to equity method. The comparative figures for 2022 are restated.
Net profit (USD mill) Net profit after NCI (USD mill)Operating profit (USD mill)*Total income (USD mill)*
2023 2022 2021 2020 2019
88
487
466
83
427
400
73
53
72
60
178
117
78
130
114
1 029
958
874
812
850
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Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA Annual report 2023
Wilhelmsen in brief
– our vision is to shape the maritime industry
Founded in Norway in 1861, Wilhelmsen is now a comprehensive global maritime group providing essential products and services to the merchant fleet, along with
supplying crew and technical management to the largest and most complex vessels ever to sail. Committed to shaping the maritime industry, we also seek to develop
new opportunities and collaborations in renewables, zero-emission shipping, and marine digitalisation. Supporting a diverse and inclusive workplace, with thousands
of colleagues across 57 countries, we take innovation, sustainability and unparalleled customer experiences one step further.
Maritime Services New Energy Strategic Holdings and Investments
Our ambition is to be the leading provider of products
and services for the global merchant fleet – driving
sustainable transformation of our industry.
Our ambition is to drive energy
infrastructure transformation and
maritime decarbonisation.
Our ambition is to achieve capital growth
through our global footprint, legacy holdings
and leading industrial partnerships.
Share of total income: Year 2023 Share of total income: Year 2023 Share of total income: Year 2023
Share of net profit: Year 2023 Share of net profit: Year 2023 Share of net profit: Year 2023
Share of total assets: As per 31.12.2023 Share of total assets: As per 31.12.2023 Share of total assets: As per 31.12.2023
• Wilhelmsen Maritime Services AS
• Wilhelmsen Ships Service
• Wilhelmsen Port Services
• Wilhelmsen Ship Management
• Wilhelmsen Chemicals
• Wilhelmsen Insurance Services
• Global Business Services
• Wilhelmsen New Energy AS
• NorSea Group (owned 99.0%)
• Edda Wind ASA (owned 25.4%)
• Reach Subsea ASA (owned 19.2%)
• Topeka (owned 100%/50%)
• Massterly (owned 50%)
• RaaLabs (owned 75.1%)
• Nordlys Studio (owned 45%)
• Loke Marine Minerals (owned 15%)
• Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA (owned 37.9%)
• Treasure ASA (owned 78.7%)
– Hyundai Glovis (owned 11.0% by Treasure ASA)
• WilNor Governmental Services
• Financial investments
• Holding activities
Our strategic ESG topics
Strategic topics Strategic ambition
Climate change and decarbonisation Shape the maritime industry’s transition towards net zero emissions and capitalize on new growth arenas.
Health and safety Have an engaging and safe workplace with no harm to people.
Equality, diversity and inclusion Have a culture where each employee is valued for their contribution.
Supply chain management Work with responsible supply chain partners.
Compliance Be a responsible, trusted and compliant value chain partner.
Direct or indirect ownership in brackets when not fully owned.
71%
23%
21%
57%
2%
28%
96%
3%9%
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Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA Annual report 2023
Content
Group CEO’s statement
Turmoil and strong markets Page 7
Directors’ report
Main development and strategic direction Page 11
Financial results Page 13
Maritime Services Page 14
New Energy Page 15
Strategic Holdings and Investments Page 16
Risk review Page 17
Health, safety and working environment Page 19
Organisation and people development Page 19
Human rights Page 20
Environment Page 20
Corporate governance Page 21
Sustainability Page 21
Directors and Officers Liability Insurance Page 21
Allocation of profit, dividend and share buy back Page 22
Outlook Page 22
Accounts and notes – parent company
Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA parent company Page 75
Income statement Page 75
Comprehensive income Page 75
Balance sheet Page 76
Cash flow statement Page 77
Equity Page 78
Notes Page 79
Auditor’s report Page 96
Responsibility statement Page 101
Corporate structure
Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding group main structure Page 104
Strategic Holdings and Investments segment Page 105
Maritime Services segment Page 106
New Energy segment Page 114
Accounts and notes – group
Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA group Page 25
Income statement Page 25
Comprehensive income Page 25
Balance sheet Page 26
Cash flow statement Page 27
Equity Page 28
General accounting principle Page 29
Notes Page 30
Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA Annual report 2023
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Group CEO’s
statement
Turmoil and strong markets Page 7
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Long term
value
creation
Wilhelmsen’s consistent growth and
success demonstrate a commitment to
long-term value creation for the group.
With hard work, agility and strategic
investments resulting in steady growth
and profitability, the group has over time
been able to weather economic and
geo-political turbulence.
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Turmoil and
strong markets
2023 was yet another year shaped by geopolitical conflicts,
macroeconomic challenges, political instabilities, and the escalating
environmental crisis. Armed conflicts have taken place one after the other,
in new regions across the world, and have had a profound effect on the
maritime industry. Regardless of these challenges, the Wilhelmsen group
continued its journey to shape the maritime industry.
STEADY THROUGH TURMOIL AND RISK
An increase in total shareholder return of 37% was achieved
in 2023. Despite the economic backdrop, it proved to be a
strong year.
The Maritime Services segment delivered an increase across
all main activities driven by volume growth, acquisitions,
and inflationary adjustments. The segment has a workforce
of 5,300 employees, 11,300 seafarers and manages around
450 vessels. Each day in 2023, the segment managed more
than 540 deliveries of marine consumables and facilitated
more than 200 port calls. We will continue to build and
strengthen our global maritime network, as well as our
position as a trusted partner for our customers both at sea
and in port.
We also recorded solid results in the New Energy segment
and expect favourable tailwinds driven by the need for
decarbonisation and energy transition in the years ahead.
Coupled with another strong year for our key strategic
investment in Wallenius Wilhelmsen, 2023 is likely one of the
best years in the history of this group.
Hard work and dedication from all colleagues as well as
the continued support from our customers and financial
stakeholders has contributed to strong results. Thank you!
Our performance is also a testament to the overall structure of
the group and the investments we have made in recent years.
INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY
Our ability to innovate, change, and adapt has been instrumental
for the group to surpass 160 years. I am encouraged by our
emerging ventures and startups such as on-demand 3D printing,
autonomous and remote operations, emission management,
and the re-use of vessel materials. These are good examples of
how we deliver on our vision of shaping the maritime industry
with new ideas and solutions for our customers.
The future is teeming with opportunities. Now in 2024,
we launched generative AI to our colleagues worldwide.
At the same time, we must stay vigilant, as supply chains
and infrastructure increasingly have become chosen targets
for both cyber and physical attacks. To harness the exciting
opportunities ahead, it will be key to balance investments
in new opportunities and to safeguard existing operations.
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TANGIBLE RESULTS AND PUSHING OUR ESG AGENDA
In 2023, we were particularly happy with the clear results
from our ESG index. The index has 17 ESG related KPIs that
we measure across the group, and this was the first year it was
published externally for everyone to see.
On greenhouse gas emissions, we reduced our scope 1 and 2
emissions by 12% compared to 2022. Furthermore, we sourced 50%
of our electricity consumption during the year from renewable
sources by installing solar panels or through new purchasing
agreements. This required a strong commitment from management
and good execution, all while balancing costs and benefits.
In relation to our people, I am pleased to see good progress
with our gender balance in top management. We achieved 31%
women in top management positions and will continue to work
towards our target of 40% by 2030. A sharp focus on equality,
diversity and inclusion, alongside employee development, has
always been at the core of our culture - giving me confidence in
our future success. I am also pleased to see the continued focus
on health, safety, and wellbeing for our employees and those
working on our behalf.
Entering 2024, the industry is no doubt facing many risks
and uncertainties. At Wilhelmsen we will remain steadfast
in providing the highest quality products and services, new
innovations, clear ESG actions and targets as well as an
attractive workplace. It is our resolve to ensure that Wilhelmsen
leads the way in shaping the maritime industry, embracing
challenges and opportunities alike.
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Directors’
report
Main development and strategic direction Page 11
Financial results Page 13
Maritime Services Page 14
New Energy Page 15
Strategic Holdings and Investments Page 16
Risk review Page 17
Health, safety and working environment Page 19
Organisation and people development Page 19
Human rights Page 20
Environment Page 20
Corporate governance Page 21
Sustainability Page 21
Directors and Officers Liability Insurance Page 21
Allocation of profit, dividend and share buy back Page 22
Outlook Page 22
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Strategy
With a commitment to strategic planning
in a constantly cyclical market, Wilhelmsen
can anticipate and adapt to market
changes, and remain competitive through
both challenging and prosperous times.
Wilhelmsen’s vision to shape the maritime
industry, helps drive innovation and deliver
value to customers.
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Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA
Directors’ report
for 2023
MAIN DEVELOPMENT AND STRATEGIC DIRECTION
The Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding group (Wilhelmsen or group) is
a comprehensive global maritime group. The group’s activities
are carried out through fully and partly owned entities,
most of which are among the market leaders within their
segments. Wilhelmsen’s ambition is to develop companies
within maritime services, shipping, logistics, and related
infrastructure through active ownership. We also seek to
develop new opportunities in renewables, zero-emission
shipping, and marine digitalization.
Our vision is to shape the maritime industry. In 2023,
Wilhelmsen further expanded the global operation through
bolt-on acquisitions, organic growth, and new innovative
business solutions. Wilhelmsen also delivered solid return to
its shareholders, with an increase in operating result and net
profit, and a 37% total shareholder return for the year.
The main global challenges related to geopolitical tension,
climate change, and high inflation and interest rates, escalated
in 2023. The renewed conflict in the Middle East and the
ongoing Russian war in Ukraine have, in addition to all the
direct human suffering, also a direct impact on the maritime
industry. In this business environment, the Wilhelmsen
operating companies continue to perform and develop, taking
necessary efforts to protect the safety of employees and other
parties. The board would once again like to thank all employees
for their efforts and contributions, ensuring that Wilhelmsen
could continue shaping the maritime industry.
The Wilhelmsen group is organised around three business
segments:
• Maritime Services,
• New Energy, and
• Strategic Holdings and Investments.
In 2023, all three business segments continued their positive
development.
Maritime Services provides essential products and services to
the global merchant fleet, focusing on the three business units
Ships Service, Port Services, and Ship Management. In 2023,
Wilhelmsen further developed its Maritime Services’ offering
and footprint through full integration of previous acquisitions
across all the three business units, and with a new bolt-on
acquisition in Ship Management announced in December.
Together with organic growth, this delivered an increase in
both total income and EBITDA for the year.
New Energy builds on the existing Wilhelmsen infrastructure
and competence serving the offshore and maritime industries
to create an ecosystem supporting energy transition. In 2023,
Wilhelmsen continued to serve the European offshore industry,
using the competence and infrastructure to build a platform
within renewables and future shipping solutions. Total income
and EBITDA for New Energy were stable for the year when
adjusting for non-recurring gains.
The two main assets of the Strategic Holdings and Investments
segment are the shareholding in Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA
and the shareholding in Hyundai Glovis, owned through
Treasure ASA. Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA continued the
positive development supported by a strong shipping market,
reaching an all-time high net profit. Hyundai Glovis also
continued to deliver positive results, but with net profit
down for the year. In December, Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding
ASA and Wallenius Lines AB decided to extend the duration
of the limited shareholders agreement related to Wallenius
Wilhelmsen ASA for three years, until 31 December 2026.
The Wilhelmsen group equity base remains strong. In 2023,
total equity was up with 17%, to USD 2.9 billion, and the equity
ratio based on book values increased to 70% by year end.
Highlights for 2023
• Increased operating income and operating profit.
• Delivered 37% total shareholder return.
• Expanded the Maritime Services network through new
bolt-on acquisition.
• All time high net profit in Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA.
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Cash and cash equivalents in group companies totalled USD
224 million by the end of the year, The financing structure is
long term and the main loan facilities in Maritime Services
and New Energy were both refinanced in 2022 for a period of
five years.
Wilhelmsen’s goal is to provide shareholders with a high
return over time through a combination of rising value for the
company’s shares and payment of dividend. Supporting the
alignment of the senior executives’ and shareholders’ long-
term interests, the main components of the long-term incentive
scheme for senior executives are total shareholder return and
a positive change in an index of underlying asset values. To
further strengthen the alignment with shareholders, senior
executives and board members are encouraged to use part of
their remuneration to buy shares in the company.
The Wilhelmsen share price had a strong development in 2023,
outperforming the general equity market and marking five
consecutive years with positive shareholder return. In 2023,
total weighted return including share price development and
paid dividend was 37.1%, based on a total return of 36.7% for the
WWI share and a total return of 38.5% for the WWIB share.
Wilhelmsen has an objective of consistent yearly dividend
paid twice annually. In connection with release of the full year
results of 2023, the objective was updated to include a target
of an annual dividend yield of 3-5% over time. In 2023, a first
dividend of NOK 6.00 per share was paid in May, and a second
dividend of NOK 4.00 per share was paid in November. For
2024, the board is proposing a first dividend of NOK 10.00
per share payable in the second quarter, and that the Annual
General Meeting authorises the board to distribute additional
dividend of up to NOK 8.00 per share. Wilhelmsen also uses
share buybacks as one of its financial tools, latest in May 2023.
The board believes sound corporate governance is the
foundation for profitable growth and a healthy company
culture. Good governance contributes to reduced risk
and creates value over time for shareholders and other
stakeholders. The board is committed to a sustainable strategy
which is a vital prerequisite for Wilhelmsen to be a profitable
and responsible player in the industry and society. In 2023, ESG
regulations, greenhouse gas emissions, human rights, ethics
and anti-corruption, health and safety, equality, diversity and
inclusion, supply chain management, and green growth and
decarbonisation received particular attention.
In 2024, Wilhelmsen will continue to develop the group to the
benefit of customers, shareholders, employees, and the wider
society, building on a more than 160-year history of shaping the
maritime industry.
Carl E Steen (chair)
Ulrika Laurin
Morten Borge
Trond Westlie
Rebekka Glasser Herlofsen
The board of Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA
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FINANCIAL RESULTS
The investment in Hyundai Glovis has been reclassified from fair
value financial asset through income statement to associate and
equity method in financial reporting. The balance per 31.12.2021
and the accounts for 2022 have been restated accordingly.
Income statement
Total income for Wilhelmsen was USD 1,029 million in 2023, up
7% from 2022. Income was up for Maritime Services but down
for New Energy.
Group EBITDA came in at USD 147 million for the year,
down 3%. EBITDA was up for Maritime Services but down for
New Energy. Adjusting for a 2022 sales gain and a step-up gain
from acquisition of a joint venture, the EBITDA for New Energy
was stable.
Share of profit from joint ventures and associates was USD 431
million for the year, up from USD 397 million one year earlier.
The improvement was due to a further increase in net profit in
Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA.
The change in fair value financial assets was positive with
USD 11 million, while other financials were a net expense of
USD 15 million. Interest expenses were up for the year, but
this was more than offset by the improved contribution from
investment management.
Tax was included with an expense of USD 27 million, mainly
related to Maritime Services.
Net profit to equity holders of the company was USD 466
million in 2023, up from USD 400 million in 2022.
Other comprehensive income was negative with USD 11 million,
resulting in a total comprehensive income to equity holders of
the company of USD 457 million for the year.
Total assets and equity
Total assets were USD 4,105 million by the end of 2023, up 11%
for the year. The largest increase was for Strategic Holdings and
Investments. Total equity was up 17% for the year, increasing
the equity ratio to 70%.
Cash flow, liquidity, and debt
The group had cash and cash equivalents of USD 224 million by
the end 2023, up from USD 163 million by the end of 2022.
Cash flow from operating activities was USD 194 million in
2023. This compares with a net EBITDA and tax expense of USD
120 million.
Cash flow from investing activities was USD 63 million,
lifted by USD 170 million in dividend from joint ventures and
associates. Investments in fixed assets was USD 43 million
while investments in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates
totalled USD 50 million in 2023.
Cash flow from financing activities was negative with USD 196
million in 2023. This mainly included net repayment of debt,
dividend payments, share buybacks, and normal financial cost.
By the end of 2023, the group had liquid financial assets of
USD 435 million. In addition to cash and cash equivalents,
this included current financial investments and non-current
financial assets reported as financial assets to fair value.
USD million 2023 2022
Total income
of which operating revenue
of which other income
1,029
1,027
1
958
943
15
EBITDA
Operating profit/EBIT
147
88
153
83
Share of profit from JVs and associates 431 397
Financial items
of wich change in fair value financial assets
of wich other financial income/(expenses)
(4)
11
(15)
(40)
(5)
(36)
Profit before tax/EBT
Tax income/(expenses)
515
(27)
440
(13)
Profit for the period
Profit to equity holders of the company
487
466
427
400
EPS (USD) 10.52 8.98
Other comprehensive income
Total comprehensive income
Total comp. income equity holder of the company
(11)
476
457
(88)
339
326
Total assets and equity (USD million) 31.12.2023 31.12.2022
Maritime Services
New Energy
Strategic Holdings and Investments
Elimination
933
852
2,346
(26)
901
797
2,042
(29)
Total assets 4,105 3,711
Shareholders’ equity
Total equity
2,702
2,857
2,278
2,438
Equity ratio 70% 66%
Cash flow (USD million) 2023 2022
Cash and cash equivalents 1.1 163 231
From operative activities
of wich Maritime Services
of wich New Energy
other operating activities
194
105
55
34
64
31
44
(11)
From investing activities
of wich dividend from JVs and associates
other investing activities
63
170
(107)
6
50
(44)
From financing activities
of wich dividend and buy back parent
of wich net debt repayment (excluding leasing)
other financing activities
(196)
(52)
(72)
(71)
(138)
(33)
18
(124)
Net cash flow 61 (68)
Cash and cash equivalents 31.12 224 163
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The parent company carries out active financial asset
management of part of the group’s liquidity. The current
financial investment portfolio includes listed equities and
investment grade bonds. The value of the portfolio amounted
to USD 124 million at the end of 2023.
The group’s investments classified as financial assets to fair
value had a combined value of USD 87 million by the end of the
year. The largest investment was the 1.4% shareholding in Qube
Holdings Limited, valued at USD 55 million.
The main group companies fund their investments and
operations on a standalone basis, with no recourse to the parent
company. The primary funding source is the commercial bank
loan market.
By end of 2023, the group’s total interest-bearing debt including
lease liabilities was USD 608 million. Debt was down for the
year due to reduced drawdown on loan facilities in Maritimes
Services and Strategic Holdings and Investments.
Going concern assumption
Pursuant to section 3-3a and section 4-5 of the Norwegian
Accounting Act, it is confirmed that the annual accounts have
been prepared under the assumption that the enterprise is a
going concern and that the conditions are present.
MARITIME SERVICES
This includes Ships Service, Port Services, Ship Management,
and other business units and activities reported under the
Maritime Services segment.
Total income for Maritime Services was USD 732 million
in 2023, up 17% from 2022. Income was up for all main
business units.
EBITDA for the year was USD 105 million, up 12 % from the
previous year. The increase was supported by higher income
but held back by the higher cost of goods and increased
personnel expenses. The Maritime Services’ EBITDA margin
was 14% in 2023, down from 15%.
Share of profit from associates was USD 7 million, in line with
previous year.
Financial items for Maritime Services amounted to an expense
of USD 19 million, including a USD 12 million loss on currency
and financial instruments.
Tax was an expense of USD 20 million.
Profit to equity holders of the company was USD 42 million in
2023, up from USD 27 million the previous year.
Ships Service
Wilhelmsen Ships Service offers a portfolio of maritime solutions
to the merchant fleet.
Total income from Ships Service was USD 467 million in
2023, up 19% from the previous year. Income was lifted
by a combination of higher volumes, price increases, and
acquisitions. Volume was up for most product categories
despite some fallback at the tail end of the year. The price
increases mainly reflected higher product and freight costs,
which have been gradually passed on to the customer.
Acquisition growth included Stromme, a specialised cargo
hold cleaning company in the marine industry acquired in
September 2022, and Navadan, a tank and cargo hold cleaning
company acquired in January 2023.
Interest bearing debt (including lease liabilities)
(USD million)
31.12.2023 31.12.2022
Maritime Services
New Energy
Strategic Holdings and Investments
Elimination
213
377
33
(15)
227
374
62
(10)
Total 608 654
USD million 2023 2022
Total income
of which Ships Service
of which Port Service
of which Ship Management
of which other activities/eliminations
732
467
153
87
26
628
394
136
68
29
EBITDA
EBITDA margin (%)
105
14%
94
15%
Operating profit/EBIT
EBIT margin (%)
77
11%
57
9%
Share of profit/(loss) from JVs and associates
Financial items
Tax income/(expence)
7
(19)
(20)
7
(20)
(16)
Profit/(loss)
Profit margin (%)
45
6%
28
4%
Non controlling interests
Profit/(loss) to equity holders of the company
2
42
1
27
Maritime Services
• Wilhelmsen Maritime Services AS
• Wilhelmsen Ships Service
• Wilhelmsen Port Services
• Wilhelmsen Ship Management
• Wilhelmsen Chemicals
• Wilhelmsen Insurance Services
• Global Business Services
Liquid assets (USD million) 31.12.2023 31.12.2022
Cash and cash equivalents
of wich Maritime Services
of wich New Energy
of wich Strategic Holdings and Investments
Current financial investments
Financial assets to fair value
of wich New Energy
of wich Strategic Holdings and Investments
224
144
21
59
124
87
5
82
163
131
8
24
104
75
4
71
Total 435 342
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Port Services
Wilhelmsen Port Services provides full agency, husbandry, and
protective agency services to the merchant fleet.
Total income from Port Services was 153 million in 2023, up
13%. The increase was mainly due to the acquisition of Vopak
Agencies, completed in December 2022. Vopak Agencies is a
leading provider of hub services and port agency within the
tanker segments in Europe. A higher number of appointments
(port calls) also had a positive impact. Income per appointment
was down, but with some improvement during the fourth quarter.
Ship Management
Wilhelmsen Ship Management provides full technical management,
crewing, and related services for all major vessel types.
Total income for Ship Management was USD 87 million in 2023,
up 26% from 2022. income was lifted by a higher number of
vessels under full technical management and an increase in
crew management.
In December, Wilhelmsen and MPC Capital agreed to acquire
100% of the company Zeaborn Ship Management. Zeaborn
manages a fleet of around 100 vessels. The closing of the
transaction is expected for the first quarter of 2024 and is
subject to approval by the competent antitrust authorities.
Zeaborn will be integrated into the joint technical management
activities of Wilhelmsen and MPC Capital.
Other business units and activities
This includes Wilhelmsen Chemicals, Wilhelmsen Insurance
Services, Global Business Services, and certain other activities
reported under the Maritime Services segment.
Income from other business units and activities (including
eliminations) was USD 26 million in 2023. Income was up
for both Wilhelmsen Chemicals and Wilhelmsen Insurance
Services. Income is partly generated from inter-company
services and product sales to other Maritime Services entities
which is eliminated in the segment accounts.
NEW ENERGY
This includes NorSea, Edda Wind ASA, and other business units
and activities reported under the New Energy segment.
Total income for New Energy was USD 291 million in 2023.
This was down 13% from 2022, mainly due to the wind down of
NorSea Wind.
EBITDA came in at USD 51 million, down 32%. The 2022
EBITDA was lifted by a combined USD 23 million step-up gain
and sales gain in NorSea. Adjusting for these gains, EBITDA
was in line with the previous year. The EBITDA margin was 17%
for the year.
Share of profit from associates was USD 10 million, up from
USD 8 million.
Financial items were an expense of USD 18 million, and tax was
an expense of USD 2 million.
Profit to equity holders of the company was USD 12 million for
the year, down from USD 31 million in 2022.
NorSea Group AS
NorSea provides supply bases and integrated logistics solutions
to the offshore industry. Wilhelmsen owns 99.0% of NorSea.
Total income for NorSea was USD 283 million in 2023. This
was down 3% from 2022, which included USD 23 million
in step-up gain and sales gain. When adjusting for these
gains, total income was up 5%. Income was lifted by a new
material offshore contract in the Danish sector which became
operational during the third quarter of 2022. Income from
property activities was also up. Income in local currency from
the Norwegian logistics operations was stable, while income
measured in USD was down due to a weaker NOK versus USD.
Share of profit from joint ventures and associates in NorSea was
USD 5 million.
Edda Wind ASA
Edda Wind ASA provides services to the global offshore wind
industry and is listed on Oslo Børs. Wilhelmsen owns 25.4% of
the company, which is reported as associate in Wilhelmsen’s
accounts.
Share of profit from Edda Wind ASA was included with USD 1
million in 2023.
In March, Edda Wind ASA announced contracts for four
commissioning service operation vessels (CSOV) newbuilds
and a private equity placement. Wilhelmsen participated in the
equity placement with NOK 300 million (USD 29 million).
New Energy
• Wilhelmsen New Energy AS
• NorSea Group (owned 99.0%)
• Edda Wind ASA (owned 25.4%)
• Reach Subsea ASA (owned 19.2%)
• Topeka (owned 100%/50%)
• Massterly (owned 50%)
• RaaLabs (owned 75.1%)
• Nordlys Studio (owned 45%)
• Loke Marine Minerals (owned 15%)
USD million 2023 2022
Total income
of which NorSea (Energy Infrastructure)
of which other activities/eliminations
291
283
7
333
292
41
EBITDA
EBITDA margin (%)
51
17%
75
22%
Operating profit/EBIT
EBIT margin (%)
23
8%
46
14%
Share of profit from JVs and associates
of which NorSea (Energy Infrastructure)
of which other activities/eliminations
Financial items
Tax income/(expence)
10
5
5
(18)
(2)
8
7
1
(14)
(2)
Profit
Profit margin (%)
12
4%
38
11%
Non controlling interests
Profit/(loss) to equity holders of the company
1
12
7
31
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The book value of the 25.4% shareholding in Edda Wind ASA
was USD 84 million at the end of year, up from USD 53 million
one year earlier.
Other business units and activities
This includes Reach Subsea ASA (owned 19.2%), Raa Labs AS
(owned 75.1%), Massterly AS (owned 50%), and certain other
activities reported under the New Energy segment.
Total income from other New Energy activities was USD 7
million in 2023, down from USD 41 million. The reduction
was due to NorSea Wind, which lost the tender for renewal of
its main contract at the tail end of 2022. The company ceased
operation during the first half of 2023.
Share of profit from other activities was included with USD 4
million for the year.
In February, Wilhelmsen participated in a private equity
placement in Reach Subsea with USD 2 million. The book value
of Wilhelmsen’s 19.2% shareholding in Reach Subsea ASA was
USD 23 million at the end of the year. Wilhelmsen also has
an option to subscribe for additional shares in Reach Subsea
ASA in accordance with a three-year warrant issued in the first
quarter of 2022.
STRATEGIC HOLDINGS AND INVESTMENTS
This includes the strategic holdings in Wallenius Wilhelmsen
ASA and Treasure ASA, other financial and non-financial
investments, and other business units and activities reported
under the Strategic Holdings and Investments segment.
Total income for the Strategic Holdings and Investments
segment was USD 15 million in 2023, while EBITDA came in at a
loss of USD 7 million. Adjusting for a 2022 fraud case, both total
income and EBITDA were in line with the previous year.
Share of profit from associates was a gain of USD 414 million,
up 8%, mainly related to the 37.9% ownership in Wallenius
Wilhelmsen ASA and the 11.0% shareholding in Hyundai Glovis.
Change in fair value financial assets was a gain of USD 7
million, while other financial items were a net income of USD
64 million. This included USD 41 million in dividend and other
contribution from group companies which is eliminated in the
group results.
Tax was an expense of USD 5 million.
Profit to equity holders of the company was USD 449 million for
the year, compared with a profit of USD 342 million in 2022.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA
Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA is a market leader in RoRo shipping
and vehicle logistics and is listed on Oslo Børs. Wilhelmsen
owns 37.9% of the company, which is reported as associate in
Wilhelmsen’s accounts.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA had total revenue of USD 5,149
million in 2023, an increase of 2%. Shipping revenue was down
due to lower fuel surcharges while revenue from logistics and
government services were up. EBITDA ended at USD 1,807
million, up 17%.
Wilhelmsen’s share of profit from Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA
was USD 324 million in 2023, up from USD 281 million in 2022.
The Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA share price was down 8.3% in
2023, closing at NOK 89.00. As of 31 December 2023, the market
value of Wilhelmsen’s investment was USD 1,402 million, while
the book value of the shareholding was USD 1,337 million.
In 2023, Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA paid total dividend of
USD 0.85 per share. Total cash proceeds to Wilhelmsen were
USD 136 million.
In December, Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA and Wallenius
Lines AB decided to extend the duration of the limited
shareholders agreement related to Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA
for three years, until 31 December 2026. The agreement shall
automatically renew thereafter for successive periods of three
years, unless and until terminated by a party on no less than six
months’ written notice given before the relevant end date.
Treasure ASA
Treasure ASA holds a 11.0% ownership interest in Hyundai
Glovis and is listed on Oslo Børs. Wilhelmsen owns 78.7% of
Treasure ASA.
The investment in Hyundai Glovis has been reclassified from
fair value financial asset through income statement to associate
USD million
01.01–
31.12.23
01.01–
31.12.22
Total income
of which operating revenue
of which other gain/(loss)
15
16
(0)
10
17
(7)
EBITDA
Operating profit/EBIT
(7)
(12)
(16)
(20)
Share of profit from JVs and associates
of which Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA
of which Hyundai Glovis
of which other/eliminations
414
324
89
0
382
281
102
0
Change in fair value financial assets
Other financial income/(expenses)
of which investment management
of which financial income from group companies
of which other financial income/(expence)
7
64
15
41
7
(6)
0
(3)
0
(10)
Tax income/(expence) (5) 4
Profit 468 361
Non controlling interests
Profit/(loss) to equity holders of the company
18
449
19
342
Strategic Holdings and
Investments
• Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA (owned 37.9%)
• Treasure ASA (owned 78.7%)
– Hyundai Glovis (owned 11.0% by Treasure ASA)
• WilNor Governmental Services
• Financial investments
• Holding activities
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and equity method in financial reporting. Further information
is provided in note 21 to the 2023 group accounts.
Share of profit from Hyundai Glovis was included with USD 89
million in 2023, down from USD 102 million in 2022.
The book value of the 11.0% shareholding in Hyundai Glovis
was USD 675 million at the end of the year.
In 2023, Treasure ASA continued to buy back and thereafter
liquidate own shares. On 17 February, Treasure ASA announced
buybacks of 517,771 own shares. On 24 May, Treasure ASA
completed the liquidation of 2,594,566 own shares bought
in 2022. Finally, on 6 December Treasure ASA completed
the liquidation of the shares bought in 2023. Through these
transactions, the number of issued shares was reduced from
207,835,000 to 204,722,663.
On 7 June, Wilhelmsen announced a voluntary offer to acquire
all outstanding shares in Treasure ASA that were not already
owned by Wilhelmsen. A total of 1,066,705 shares were acquired.
Following completion of the share transactions, Wilhelmsen
owns 161,066,705 shares, representing 78.7% of the total
registered share capital and voting rights in the Treasure ASA.
The Treasure ASA share price was up 20.2% for the year, closing
at NOK 21.10. As of 31 December 2023, the market value of
Wilhelmsen’s shareholding in Treasure ASA was USD 334 million.
In 2023, Treasure ASA paid total dividend of NOK 1.00 per
share. Total cash proceeds to Wilhelmsen were USD 16 million.
Financial investments
Financial investments include cash and cash equivalents,
current financial investments and other financial assets held by
the parent and fully owned subsidiaries.
Net income from investment management was USD 15 million
in 2023. The value of the current financial investment portfolio
held by the parent company was USD 124 million by the end of
the year, up from USD 104 million one year earlier. The portfolio
primarily included listed equities and investment-grade bonds.
Change in fair value of non-current financial assets was a gain
of USD 7 million in 2023. The value of the assets was USD 82
million at the end of the year. The largest investment was the
25 million shares held in Qube Holdings Limited with a market
value of USD 55 million.
Other business units and activities
This includes WilNor Governmental Services (owned 51% directly
and 49% through NorSea), Wilservice AS, holding company
activities, and certain other activities reported under the
Strategic Holdings and Investments segment.
Operating revenue for holding company activities was USD 16
million for the year, in line with the previous year. Except for
WilNor Governmental Services, most income is related to intra
group services.
RISK REVIEW
The Wilhelmsen group consists of a diversified portfolio of
operating companies, and strategic holdings and investments.
Most activities are within or related to the maritime industry,
where Wilhelmsen has extensive competence and a long
experience in managing risks.
Risk management
The group is committed to managing risks in a sound manner
related to its businesses and operations. To accomplish this,
the governing concept of conscious strategy and controllable
procedures for risk mitigation ultimately provides a positive
impact on profitability. Governing boards, management, and
employees will monitor the environment in which the companies
operate, and implement measures to mitigate risks, prepare to
act upon unusual observations, threats or incidents, and respond
to risks to mitigate consequences. The group has put in place a
risk monitoring process based on identification of risks for each
business unit, and with a group risk matrix presented to the
board on a quarterly basis for review and necessary actions.
Main risks
An overview of main risks and mitigation efforts defined in the
group risk matrix are outlined in the table below. Compared
with the risk picture seen one year ago, geopolitical risk has
increased while financial risk related to the group’s dividend
capacity has been reduced.
The group’s exposure to, and mitigation of, certain financial
risk is further described in note 18 to the 2023 group accounts.
Risk type Entity Risk Mitigation action
Macro All Geopolitical issues Balanced and liquid portfolio.
Macro All Global economic outlook Balanced and liquid portfolio.
Financial Parent Dividend capacity Conservative risk, cash flow focus, and parent net debt free.
Financial Group External financing Conservative risk, balanced portfolio, alternative funding sources.
Governance Group Cyber security Strong security governance system and mandatory cyber security essentials training.
Governance Group Energy transition Pro‐active approach, innovation, and business development.
Governance Group Competence and culture Invest in competence and skills and be an attractive employer.
Group risk matrix
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Products
Wilhelmsen’s products have been
industry-tested over decades. With
trusted brands in the maritime industry,
and investment in research & development
to meet evolving customer needs, the
innovative product portfolio is known for
consistent and dependable performance.
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HEALTH, SAFETY AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Working environment and occupational health
The company conducts its business with respect for human
rights and labour standards, including conventions and
guidelines related to the prevention of child or forced labour,
minimum wage and salary, working conditions and freedom
of association. Employees and external stakeholders are
encouraged to report on non-compliant behaviour through the
group’s global whistleblowing system and make information
requests through the human rights email channel.
Exposure hours
In 2023, there were around 46.9 million exposure hours (work
hours) in the group. Vessel based operations accounted for 80% of
total exposure hours and onshore operations accounted for 20%.
Sickness absence and occupational disease
In 2023, the group’s variety of ongoing initiatives to maintain
employee wellbeing and a healthy and safe work environment
focused on mental health, working conditions, employee
assistance programs, safe social activities, and opportunities
for personal development.
The sickness absence rate was 2.46% for onshore operations
and 0.02% on vessels, in line with the previous year. There were
six onshore occupational disease cases recorded in 2023.
Turnover
The turnover rate for employees was 13% in 2023, in line with
previous years. The turnover rate varies between entities.
Lost time injuries and total recordable cases
Regrettably, there was one seafarer work-related fatality
during year. An incident occurred during a gangway operation
involving an able-bodied seafarer. Despite the immediate
response and emergency measures taken, the seafarer did
not survive the injuries sustained. The initial actions were to
evaluate the overall usage of personal protective equipment
(PPE) and review actions for more focus of correct usage of
PPE by ship and shore personnel when visiting vessel. An
investigation is ongoing.
The lost-time injury frequency (LTIF) rate for seafarers was
0.35, within the target not to exceed 0.40. The total recordable
case frequency (TRCF) rate was 2.27, within the target not to
exceed 2.80. The targets will remain the same for 2024.
During the year, campaigns for seafarers were focused on loss
prevention and going back to basics in all safety related matters.
Safety KPIs were emphasized, and awareness raised throughout
the year as new vessels entered into management resulting in
new seafarers joining the fleet. ESG focus was also emphasized
with new topics being introduced gradually onboard.
For onshore operations, campaigns focused on safety risks and
mental and physical health and wellness.
The LTIF rate onshore was 0.40 in 2023, within target not to
exceed 0.40. The TRCF rate result of 0.66 was within the target
not to exceed 1.00. The targets will remain the same for 2024.
All reported incidents were investigated to avoid similar
incidents in the future, improve necessary training, and
awareness measures.
ORGANISATION AND PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT
Workforce
The group’s head office is in Norway, and the group has 241
offices in 57 countries within its controlled structure. The group
employed 11,340 seafarers and 5,316 land-based employees at
the end of 2023.
Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI)
Wilhelmsen has a clear policy stating that employees have the
right to equal opportunities. Harassment and discrimination
based on race, gender or similar grounds, or other behaviour
that may be perceived as threatening or degrading, is not
acceptable.
Females represent 36% of the land-based work force, 31% of
senior management positions (25% in 2022), and 1.5% of the
seafarer work force. The group’s target is to have at least 40% of
each gender in top three management positions by 2030.
One of the five members of the company’s group management
is female and two of the five directors on the board of directors
of Wilhelmsen are female.
In 2023, several initiatives related to working arrangements,
succession management, recruitment practices, and
unconscious bias training were conducted to progress the
group’s target. Further information related to EDI in Norway
and globally is described in the ESG report available on
wilhelmsen.com.
Driving performance
Wilhelmsen strives to maintain a performance culture where
engaged employees deliver the right results the right way and
are rewarded accordingly.
Employee performance and engagement are measured through
annual engagement survey and performance appraisals.
In 2023, Wilhelmsen conducted an employee engagement
survey with the results pointing to continued positive
engagement and mental well-being.
There is always room for improvement. Senior management
and individual managers in all locations were required to
conduct follow-up discussions with their teams. Where results
were less than the expected benchmark, managers were
required to implement specific actions to improve results.
Compensation and benefits
The purpose of Wilhelmsen’s compensation and benefit
framework is to drive performance and to attract and retain
employees with the right experience and knowledge deemed
necessary to achieve the company’s business objectives and
strategic ambitions. The framework takes local regulations
and competition into account, as well as the responsibility and
complexity of the position.
The bonus schemes are one of several instruments to drive
performance. A bonus is paid if set bonus targets are reached.
Compensation to executives is described in the Remuneration
report available on wilhelmsen.com.
Investing in competence
A learning organisation with motivated employees contributes
to efficient operations and has a positive impact on the
financial performance.
Learning and innovation is one of the group’s core values,
and Wilhelmsen places particular emphasis on continuous
learning through its learn-share-apply method. The main
learning method is through on-the-job experiences, tasks and
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problem-solving feedback, coaching (formal and informal) and
networks. Formal classroom courses, e-learning, seminars, and
videos supplement this approach.
Personal development plans for all employees are integrated in
the performance appraisal and review process, and employees
are encouraged to spend a minimum of eight hours of
training per year. In 2023, there was an average of ten hours of
e-learning recorded in the HR information system.
Developing leaders for the future
To meet challenging and changing environments, Wilhelmsen
is dependent on highly capable leaders.
Our leadership development journey consists of annual
learning modules for all leaders (approximately 1 000) in
the group. In 2023, the learning focused on unconscious bias
and inclusion.
Whistle blowing and anti-corruption
In 2023, there were 44 whistles received related to allegations
of fraud/corruption, data protection, health and safety, bullying
and harassment, and human rights related matters.
In 37 of the whistles, the reported issues have been concluded
with appropriate action taken, while seven were pending a
conclusion at year end. There were no confirmed incidents
of corruption (there are three alleged cases pending outcome
of internal investigations), and six confirmed incidents of
discrimination and harassment. 16 of the whistles were
categorised as human rights concerns.
At the end of the year, the possibility of filing whistle reports
in multiple languages through our web-based whistleblowing
system was introduced to comply with new EU whistleblowing
requirements. This is in accordance with best practice and
what other companies with a global footprint have established.
Compliance audits on location were conducted in three of our
major hubs as part of our scheduled ESG audits. In addition,
the follow up of potential irregularities was mainly conducted
through desk top audits and by providing guidance and
instructions to local and regional resources.
In previous years, a limited number of fraud cases have been
detected. As a principle such cases are reported to the police. In
2023 we have not detected any cases that have been reported to
the police.
All group companies are expected to make risk assessments
and initiate mitigating actions where applicable. The board
receives a quarterly update on potential compliance issues and
awareness training and have an annual meeting dedicated to
discussing compliance, regulatory requirements etc.
As part of opening business in new countries and/or investing
in new companies and/or merging or acquiring new businesses,
Wilhelmsen conduct country assessments and integrity due
diligence as part of the assessment. There has in 2023 been an
increase in M&A activities resulting in an extended number of
integrity due diligence assessments being conducted.
To continue competence building with employees, a new Code
of Conduct was rolled out in 2023 and the mandatory business
conduct training completion rate was 97%. The training
addresses anti-corruption, theft and fraud, GDPR and data
protection, competition law, bullying and harassment and
whistleblowing.
HUMAN RIGHTS
The group is committed to safeguarding human rights
across all businesses, irrespective of the countries in which
they operate. In accordance with the Wilhelmsen governing
elements, all group entities and supply chain partners are
expected to comply with the same standards regarding human
rights. With more than 10,000 value chain partners including
sub agents, sub-contractors, and suppliers in often complex
and extensive supply chains, there is significant work ahead to
ensure our expectations are clear to suppliers.
Our commitment is implemented through our human rights
due diligence process, guided by the United Nations Global
Compact and Guiding Principles on Business and Human
Rights and the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises.
We assess our actual and potential human rights impacts,
integrate and act upon the findings, monitor progress, track
responses, and communicate how impacts are addressed.
In 2023, a new Wilhelmsen Supplier Code of Conduct (SCoC)
was implemented with new suppliers in defined tiers.
Significant activity was also dedicated to supplier screening,
assessment and audits. Ten human rights due diligence
assessments were conducted, and 69 scenarios were identified
(54 in 2022) to prioritise measures to implement to cease,
prevent or mitigate impacts. 16 whistles related to alleged
human rights allegations were processed during the year.
An account of Wilhelmsen’s human rights due diligence
pursuant to Section 5 of the Norwegian Transparency Act
is disclosed in the group’s ESG report available on
wilhelmsen.com.
ENVIRONMENT
The group’s ambition is to shape the maritime industry’s
transition towards net zero emissions and capitalise on new
growth arenas. In practise, Wilhelmsen focuses on climate
change and decarbonisation, biodiversity and ecosystems,
and circular economy.
When delivering full technical management, crewing, and
related services for all major vessel types, Wilhelmsen is in
a good position to influence compliant, sensible, safe and
environmentally sound operations for vessel owners. The
ongoing goal is to work with customers to optimise vessel and
voyage operations, collaboration on the decarbonisation of
shipping, and the development and transition to alternative
fuels including hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol.
Operational sites and bases set environmental targets and
improvement projects based on their individual site risk
assessments. The operations of our consolidated companies
are certified according to the ISO 14001 standard. Focus areas
include energy and emissions, material inputs, water use, waste
and recycling, oil separators and tanks and chemical handling.
Activities to reduce environmental impact include the
installation of solar panels, gradual electrification of
machinery, finetuning / replacement of heating and lighting,
reuse of packaging and pallets, appropriate waste segregation,
new product offerings, and supporting infrastructure
development to contribute to the renewable energy and carbon
capture value chains.
In 2023, the group’s New Energy segment invested USD 150
million in entities related to both renewable and energy
transition segments through own ventures, and together
with partners.
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Climate risk and opportunities
Wilhelmsen is exposed to physical and transition climate
risks on a general basis and related to specific group
companies. The energy transition and the decarbonisation
of shipping are the backdrop for the transition risks for the
group, but also present significant opportunities. Wilhelmsen
continues to work with partners to drive energy infrastructure
transformation and maritime decarbonisation. This includes
services to the offshore wind industry, projects related to
zero emission and autonomous vessel operation, enabling
renewable energy value chains, digital services, and carbon
capture and storage.
To progress the group’s ambition for net zero emissions in
own operations by 2030, the group established 2022 as a base
year and set minimum targets for consolidated companies
Scope 1 and 2 emissions based on guidance from the Science
based targets initiative (SBTi). In 2023, the group achieved a
total 12.32% reduction for Scope 1 and Scope 2 (market based)
emissions compared to the 2022 base year. An initial screening
of Scope 3 emissions was also completed in 2023, and a base
year and targets for these emissions will be set in 2024.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Wilhelmsen is a public limited liability company organized
under Norwegian law and with a governance structure based on
Norwegian corporate law and other regulatory requirements.
The company’s corporate governance model is designed to
ensure a healthy company culture, manage risk, and create
long-term value for shareholders and other stakeholders.
Wilhelmsen observes the Norwegian Code of Practice for
corporate governance. The board’s Corporate governance
report for 2023 can be found on wilhelmsen.com. It is the
board’s view that the company has an appropriate governance
structure and that it is managed in a satisfactory way. The
Corporate governance report is to be considered by the Annual
General Meeting on 2 May 2024.
SUSTAINABILITY
The group includes environmental, social, and governance
(ESG) issues in its investment analysis, business decisions,
ownership practises, and financial reporting. The group has
detailed ownership requirements to clarify its expectations
towards companies where it has a significant shareholding.
The group has also established an internal ESG index of 17 KPIs
with consolidated companies to assess progress in strategic
ESG focus areas. The results are reported on a quarterly basis
to the board of directors and the market, and used as input to
executive remuneration.
The group actively contributed to collective action on
decarbonisation of shipping; climate action; human rights;
crew welfare; equality, diversity, and inclusion; anti-corruption;
and marine pollution. We will continue to actively engage with
stakeholders directly and through our membership platforms
including Green Shipping Program Norway, UN Global
Compact, Maritime Anti-corruption Network (MACN), and
Sustainable Shipping Initiative (SSI) amongst others.
Sustainability governance
The board is committed to a sustainable strategy and
acknowledges that it is a vital prerequisite for Wilhelmsen
to be a profitable and responsible player in the industry and
society at large. Wilhelmsen issues an ESG report following
the guidelines set forward in the Global Reporting Initiative’s
sustainability reporting standards. The report describes how
Wilhelmsen integrates ESG factors with long-term value creation.
From 2023, Wilhelmsen’s EU Taxonomy report is also included
in the ESG report. The 2023 ESG report is available on
wilhelmsen.com.
In 2023, the following areas received particular attention:
• Double Materiality Assessment,
• Greenhouse gas emissions (GHG),
• Green growth and decarbonisation,
• EU Taxonomy,
• Health, safety and wellness,
• Equality, diversity and inclusion,
• Human Rights,
• Supply chain management,
• Business conduct, ethics and anti-corruption,
• Information and Cyber security, and
• Corporate Sustainability Reporting directive (CSRD).
The company’s achievements included:
• GHG emissions reductions and maturing reporting,
• Initial screening of scope 3 emissions,
• Increased gender diversity in top three management,
• Health and safety metrics within targets,
• Positive and consistent employee engagement,
• Rollout of Supplier Code of Conduct,
• Increased supplier screenings, assessments and audits,
• Mandatory participation in Code of Conduct and cyber
security training, and
• Several key investments and ongoing projects contributing to
the decarbonisation of shipping and growth in new areas.
Double materiality assessment
In 2023, the group conducted a double materiality assessment
based on requirements contained in the Corporate
Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). Ten topics are
considered material for Wilhelmsen and are grouped into five
strategic areas for activities and reporting:
• Climate change and decarbonisation,
• Health and safety,
• Equality and diversity,
• Supply chain management, and
• Compliance.
These topics are integrated in the group’s strategy and
disclosed in the ESG report.
Stakeholder engagement
Wilhelmsen is regularly in dialogue with key stakeholders
who engage in issues relating to the maritime industry and
the activities of the group. The dialogue contributes to
understanding the expectations of the community and
transferring them to the group. It also enables the group to
communicate decisions to stakeholders and provide them with
explanations for our underlying motives.
In 2023, Wilhelmsen engaged in dialogues with investors,
governments, non-governmental organisations and other
stakeholders discussing topics related to the group or industry
at large. Topics covered included capital allocation, dividend
and share buybacks, financial performance, management
incentive schemes, governance, compliance, innovation,
human rights, decarbonisation of shipping, renewable energy
and ESG in general.
DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS LIABILITY INSURANCE
Directors and Officers Liability Insurance (D&O) is for the
2023 accounting year placed with reputable insurers with
appropriate ratings. The Insured names Wilh. Wilhelmsen
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Holding ASA and includes any subsidiaries world-wide not
excluded in the policy. The D&O insurance provides financial
protection for the directors and officers of a company in
the event that they are being sued in conjunction with the
performance of their duties as they relate to the company.
The insurance comprises the directors’ and officers’ personal
legal liabilities, including defence- and legal costs. The cover
also includes employees in managerial positions or employees
who become named in a claim or investigation or is named
co-defendant.
ALLOCATION OF PROFIT, DIVIDEND, AND SHARE BUYBACKS
The board’s proposal for allocation of the net profit for the year
is as follows:
The board is proposing a NOK 10.00 dividend per share
payable during the second quarter of 2024, representing a total
payment of NOK 442 million. The board also proposes that
the Annual General Meeting authorises the board to distribute
additional dividend of up to NOK 8.00 per share.
The board is granted an authorisation to, on behalf of the
company, acquire up to 10% of the company’s own issued
shares. The authorisation is valid until the Annual General
Meeting in 2024, but no longer than until 30 June 2024. The
company presently owns 386,300 own shares split on 286,300
A-shares and 100,000 B-shares.
OUTLOOK
Group business drivers and strategic focus
Wilhelmsen is a comprehensive global maritime group. The
group’s activities are carried out through fully and partly owned
entities, most of which are among the market leaders within
their segments.
Our vision is “shaping the maritime industry”.
The group’s strategic direction remains firm.
• Wilhelmsen will continue to create value through leveraging
our strong positions in the maritime industry to seek growth.
• Our focus is on maritime services, shipping, infrastructure,
logistics and sustainable products and solutions.
• We will create profitable and sustainable operations through
active ownership and strong governance.
• We will leverage our customer relationships, people and
expertise, and the world’s largest maritime network.
Outlook for Maritime Services
Maritime Services delivers value creating solutions to the global
merchant fleet, focusing on Ships Service, Port Services, and
Ship Management.
The Maritime Services operation is presently supported by a
predominantly positive global shipping market, with income
also lifted by bolt-on acquisitions and inflationary impact.
At the same time, inflation and new system costs are putting
pressure on operating margins. We expect these factors to
remain in 2024.
Looking further ahead, we believe that the Maritime Services
market will continue to grow, supported by a growing world
economy. With global networks, strong brands built over many
years, and a long history of innovation and market adaptation,
Wilhelmsen is in a good position to service this market.
Outlook for New Energy
The New Energy segment focuses on building an ecosystem
supporting energy transition. With segment companies
representing energy infrastructure, offshore wind, and
technology & decarbonisation, Wilhelmsen is driving value-
creation by bringing together their unique competencies.
Supply risk following the Russian invasion of Ukraine
continues to put focus on securing Europe’s need for energy.
This supports a continued high activity level at the offshore
fields supported by NorSea and other Wilhelmsen operations.
We believe this situation to remain in the short term.
A strong focus on climate measures in Europe and globally
will support, inter alia, a gradual shift from offshore oil and
gas to offshore wind, and decarbonization of the global fleet.
With a broad range of operations, infrastructure, and new
initiatives across offshore and other maritime activities,
Wilhelmsen is well positioned to participate in these energy
and technology shifts.
Outlook for Strategic Holdings and Investments
Wilhelmsen holds large strategic shareholdings in Wallenius
Wilhelmsen ASA and, through its shareholding in Treasure
ASA, in Hyundai Glovis. Through our shareholdings in these
companies, we will continue to provide and develop world
leading logistics services to the global automotive and ro-ro
industries.
A favourable supply-demand balance in global ro-ro shipping
has lifted the earnings and dividend capacity of our strategic
holdings. We expect this situation to remain in 2024.
Long term, Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA and Hyundai Glovis
have the size, global reach, human and physical assets, and
customer base to succeed in a continuously changing world.
Outlook for the Wilhelmsen group
Wilhelmsen retains a strong balance sheet and a balanced
portfolio of leading maritime operations and investments.
While uncertainty persists, specifically regarding inflationary
pressure and geopolitical tension, the group retains its capacity
to support and grow the portfolio, and to deliver consistent
yearly dividends.
Lysaker, 20 March 2024
The board of directors of
Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA
Electronically signed
Carl E Steen (chair)
Morten Borge
Rebekka Glasser Herlofsen
Ulrika Laurin
Trond Westlie
Thomas Wilhelmsen (group CEO)
Parent company accounts (NOK thousand)
Profit for the year 2,283,539
To equity
Proposed dividend
Interim dividend paid
1,664,828
441,937
176,775
Total allocations 2,283,539
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Accounts
and notes
– Group
Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA group Page 25
Income statement Page 25
Comprehensive income Page 25
Balance sheet Page 26
Cash flow statement Page 27
Equity Page 28
General accounting principle Page 29
Notes Page 30
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Investments
Securing a natural fit in relevant value
chains remains the key priority for
the Wilhelmsen group. That means
sticking to ocean and maritime-
related investments, where the group
can have the most impact through
leveraging our experience and skills.
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USD mill Note 2023 2022*
Operating revenue 1/3/19 1 027 943
Other income 1 1 15
Total income 1 029 958
Operating expenses
Cost of goods and change in inventory 15 (340) (313)
Employee benefits 6 (387) (341)
Other expenses 1/19 (153) (151)
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment 7/8 (59) (69)
Total operating expenses (940) (875)
Operating profit 88 83
Share of profit from joint ventures and associates 4 431 397
Change in fair value financial assets 14 11 (5)
Other financial income 1 39 19
Other financial expenses 1 (54) (55)
Profit before tax 515 440
Tax income/(expense) 9 (27) (13)
Profit for the year 487 427
Of which:
Profit attributable to the equity holders of the company 466 400
Profit attributable to non-controlling interests 21 27
Basic / diluted earnings per share (USD) 10 10.52 8.98
Income statement Wilh.Wilhelmsen Holding group
USD mill Note 2023 2022*
Profit for the year 487 427
Items that may be reclassified to the income statement
Cash flow hedges (net after tax) 4
Comprehensive income from associates 5 6
Currency translation differences 18 (15) (99)
Items that will not be reclassified to the income statement
Remeasurement postemployment benefits, net of tax 11 (1) 1
Other comprehensive income, net of tax (11) (88)
Total comprehensive income for the year 476 339
Total comprehensive income attributable to:
Equity holders of the company 457 326
Non-controlling interests 19 13
Total comprehensive income for the year 476 339
Comprehensive income Wilh.Wilhelmsen Holding group
* The investment in Hyundai Glovis has been restated from fair value through income statement to equity method. The comparative figures are restated. Refer to note 21.
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USD mill Note 31.12.2023 31.12.2022*
ASSETS
Non current assets
Deferred tax assets 9 51 61
Goodwill and other intangible assets 7 132 129
Properties and other tangible assets 7 623 623
Right-of-use assets 8 112 102
Investments in joint ventures and associates 4 2 247 1 962
Financial assets to fair value 14/18 87 75
Other non current assets 12 42 28
Total non current assets 3 294 2 981
Current assets
Inventories 15 121 114
Current financial investments 16/18 124 104
Other current assets 12/18 342 349
Cash and cash equivalents 17 224 163
Total current assets 811 730
Total assets 4 105 3 711
EQUITY AND LIABILITIES
Equity
Paid-in capital 118 118
Retained earnings and other reserves 2 585 2 160
Shareholders' equity 2 702 2 278
Non-controlling interests 155 160
Total equity 2 857 2 438
Non current liabilities
Pension liabilities 11 23 21
Deferred tax liabilities 9 12 17
Non current interest-bearing debt 17/18 456 473
Non current lease liabilities 8/17 101 93
Other non current liabilities 11 11
Total non current liabilities 603 615
Current liabilities
Current income tax 9 10 10
Public duties payable 18 13
Current interest-bearing debt 17/18 27 65
Current lease liabilities 8/17 24 23
Other current liabilities 12 567 547
Total current liabilities 645 658
Total equity and liabilities 4 105 3 711
Balance sheet Wilh.Wilhelmsen Holding group
* The investment in Hyundai Glovis has been restated from fair value through income statement to equity method. The comparative figures are restated. Refer to note 21.
Lysaker, 20 March 2024
The board of directors of Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA
Electronically signed:
Carl E Steen
Trond Westlie
Morten Borge
Rebekka Glasser Herlofsen
Ulrika Laurin
Thomas Wilhelmsen (group CEO)
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Cash flow statement Wilh.Wilhelmsen Holding group
USD mill Note 2023 2022*
Cash flow from operating activities
Profit before tax 515 440
Share of (profit)/loss from joint ventures and associates 4 (431) (397)
Changes in fair value financial assets 14 (11) 5
Financial (income)/expenses 1 15 36
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment 7/8 59 69
Other (gain)/loss 1 (1) (15)
Change in net pension asset/liability 1 (2)
Change in inventories (7) (21)
Change in working capital 75 (32)
Tax paid (company income tax, withholding tax) (21) (17)
Net cash provided by operating activities 194 64
Cash flow from investing activities
Dividend received from joint ventures and associates 4 170 50
Proceeds from sale of fixed assets 2 27
Investments in tangible and intangible assets 7 (43) (49)
Investments in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates 4/5 (50) (55)
Loans granted to joint ventures and associates (11) (1)
Dividend received from and proceeds from sale of financial investments 41 53
Purchase of current financial investments (53) (22)
Interest received 1 8 4
Net cash flow from investing activities 63 6
Cash flow from financing activities
Net proceeds from issue of debt after debt expenses 84 310
Repayment of debt (157) (292)
Repayment of lease liabilities 8 (28) (28)
Interest paid including interest derivatives 1/8 (33) (27)
Cash from/(to) financial derivatives (4) (3)
Purchase of non-controlling interests (2) (53)
(Investment)/disposal own shares (11) (4)
Dividend to shareholders (46) (42)
Net cash flow from financing activities (196) (138)
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents 61 (68)
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period 163 231
Cash and cash equivalents at 31.12 224 163
The group is located and operating world wide and every entity has several bank accounts in different currencies.
The cash flow effect from revaluation of cash and cash equivalents is included in net cash flow provided by operating activities.
* The investment in Hyundai Glovis has been restated from fair value through income statement to equity method. The comparative figures are restated. Refer to note 21.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
USD mill
Share capital Own shares
Retained
earnings
Total
Non-controlling
interests
Total equity
Balance at 31.12.2022 118 2 160 2 278 160 2 438
Comprehensive income for the period:
Profit for the period 466 466 21 487
Other comprehensive income (9) (9) (2) (11)
Total comprehensive income for the period 457 457 19 476
Transactions with owners:
Change in non-controlling interests 19 19 (19)
Net purchase of own shares* (1) (10) (10) (11)
Paid dividend to shareholders (41) (41) (5) (46)
Balance at 31.12.2023 118 (1) 2 585 2 702 155 2 857
USD mill Share capital Own shares
Retained
earnings
Total
Non-controlling
interests
Total equity
Balance at 31.12.2021 as reported 118 1 891 2 009 221 2 230
Effect of restatement, see note 21 (20) (20) (7) (27)
Balance 01.01.2022 restated 118 1 871 1 989 214 2 203
Comprehensive income for the period:
Profit for the period 400 400 27 427
Other comprehensive income (74) (74) (14) (88)
Total comprehensive income for the period 326 326 13 339
Transactions with owners:
Change in non-controlling interests (57) (57)
Purchase of own shares Treasure ASA* (4) (4) (4)
Paid dividend to shareholders (33) (33) (9) (42)
Balance at 31.12.2022 118 2 160 2 278 160 2 438
Equity Wilh.Wilhelmsen Holding group
* Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA held 386 300 own shares 31 December 2023.
* Treasure ASA held 2 594 566 own shares 31 December 2022.
Dividend for fiscal year 2022 was NOK 10.00 per share and was paid in May 2023
(NOK 6.00 per share) and in November 2023 (NOK 4.00 per share).
Dividend for fiscal year 2021 was NOK 7.00 per share and was paid in May 2022
(NOK 4.00 per share) and in November 2022 (NOK 3.00 per share).
The proposed dividend for fiscal year 2023 is NOK 10.00 per share payable in the
second quarter of 2024. A decision on the proposal will be taken by the annual
general meeting on 2 May 2024. The proposed dividend is not accrued in the year-
end balance sheet.
The dividend will have effect on retained earnings in second quarter of 2024.
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General accounting policies Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding group
GENERAL INFORMATION
Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA (referred to as the parent company) is domiciled in
Norway. The consolidated accounts for fiscal year 2023 include the parent company
and its subsidiaries (referred to collectively as the group) and the group’s share of
joint ventures and associated companies.
The annual accounts for the group and the parent company were issued by the board
of directors on 20 March 2024.
BASIS OF PREPARATION
Compliance with IFRS
The consolidated accounts have been prepared in accordance with the International
Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS®) accounting standards, as adopted by the
European Union. The separate financial statements for the parent company have
been prepared and presented in accordance with simplified IFRS as approved by
Ministry of Finance 7 February 2022. In the separate statements the exception from
IFRS for recognition of dividends and group contributions is applied. Otherwise,
the explanations of the accounting policy for the group also apply to the separate
statements, and the notes to the consolidated financial statements will to a large
degree also cover the separate statements.
Wilhelmsen also provides additional disclosures in accordance with requirements in
the Norwegian Accounting Act related to remuneration to the board and the senior
management.
The company is a public limited liability company, listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange.
Critical accounting estimates and assumptions
When preparing the financial statements, the group and the parent company
must make assumptions and estimates. These estimates are based on the actual
underlying business, its present and forecast profitability over time, and expectations
about external factors such as interest rates, foreign exchange rates and oil prices
which are outside the group’s and parent company’s control. This presents a
substantial risk that actual conditions will vary from the estimates.
Most statements of financial position items will be affected by uncertainty related to
estimates and assumption to a certain degree. The items most affected, and where
estimates and assumptions are assessed to have the greatest significance include:
• Deferred tax asset (Note 9)
• Goodwill (Note 7)
• Right-of-use assets and lease liabilities (Note 8)
• Loss allowance on accounts receivable (Note 13)
• Provisions and other non-current liabilities (Note 12)
Accounting principles applied, estimates and assumptions used by management are
presented in the respective notes.
The group does face risk as a result of climate change, and climate-related factors
may impact estimates and assumptions going forward. Uncertainties and risks relate
to both transition risk (market-related, technological, and changes in regulatory
requirements), and in physical risk that may affect the group’s assets is an integral
part of management’s estimates and judgements across the group.
The group has, where assessed relevant, included climate related considerations
when assessing critical accounting estimates and assumptions. The following items
are assessed to be most affected by climate related considerations:
• Tangible assets and Goodwill (Note 7)
• Right-of-use assets and lease liabilities (Note 8)
• Contingencies (Note 22)
• Financial risk (interest bearing debt, note 18)
For consolidated accounts for fiscal year 2023, climate related considerations did
not materially affect the group’s estimates and assumptions.
Financial reporting principles
The financial reporting principles are described in the relevant notes in the
consolidated financial statements and in the notes in the financial statements of the
parent company.
The financial reporting principles described in the consolidated financial statements
also apply to the financial statements of the parent company, unless otherwise stated.
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USD mill Note 2023 2022
OPERATING REVENUEShips Service 2/3 477 394 Port Services 2/3 155 136 Ship Management 2/3 87 68 New Energy 2/3 290 333 Other services 2/3 19 12 Total operating revenue 19 1 027 943
OTHER INCOME Other gain/(loss) 1 15 Total other income 1 15
OTHER EXPENSESOffice expenses (14) (14)Communication and IT expenses (36) (36)External services (31) (28)Travel and meeting expenses (12) (8)Marketing expenses (3) (3)Lease expenses 8 (12) (14)Other operating expenses (46) (48)Total other expenses 19 (153) (151)
Financial incomeInvestment management 15 Interest income 8 4 Dividend from financial assets 3 5 Gain on sale of financial investments 1 Other financial items 2 Net financial income 29 9
Financial expensesInvestment management (4)Interest expenses (33) (22)Interest expenses lease liabilities 8 (5) (6)Other financial expenses (4) (4)Net financial expenses (43) (35)
Financial - currency gain/(loss)Operating currency - net (2) 10 Financial currency - net (6) (8)Derivatives for hedging of cash flow risk - realised (3) (3)Derivatives for hedging of cash flow risk - unrealised 10 (9)Net financial - currency gain/(loss) (1) (9)
Financial income/(expenses) (15) (36)
Spesification of financial income and expensesNet financial income 29 9 Net currency - income 10 Net currency derivatives - income 10 Financial income 39 19
Net financial expenses (43) (35)Net currency - expenses (8) (8)Net currency derivatives - expenses (3) (11)Financial expenses (54) (55)
Note 1 Combined items, income statement
See note 18 on financial risk and the section of the accounting policies concerning financial derivatives.
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Note 2 Segment reporting
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
The operating segments are reported in a manner consistent with the internal financial reporting provided to the chief operating decision-makers.
The chief operating decision-makers, who are responsible for allocating resources and assessing performance of the operating segments, have been identified as the board
and group management team, consisting of the group chief executive officer (group CEO) and four executive managers.
New Energy; one customer represents about 20% of the total revenue.
* The investment in Hyundai Glovis has been restated from fair value through income statement to equity method. The comparative figures are restated. Refer to note 21.
SEGMENTS
The chief operating decision-makers monitor the business by combining entities
with similar operational characteristics such as product, services, market and
underlying asset base, into operating segments.
The Maritime Services segment offers marine products, ship agency services and
logistics to the merchant fleet and ship management including manning for all major
vessel types, through a worldwide network of 241 offices in 57 countries.
The New Energy segment includes the NorSea Group and other New Energy
activities. The activity is mainly related to the operation of supply bases for the
offshore industry in Norway, as well as real estate development and operation of
properties both on and off the supply bases. In addition to the activity in Norway, the
segment offers its services in both Denmark and in the UK. The international activity
consists of both operation of supply bases, maintenance of rigs and handling of
logistics related to international pipeline projects and windmill parks. Other activities
within the segment include technical management and crew management for the
offshore wind market and digital solutions to the shipping industry.
The Strategic Holdings and Investments segment includes the parent company, Wilh.
Wilhelmsen Holding ASA, Treasure ASA group, Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding Invest Malta
and other corporate group activities like operational management, legal, finance,
portfolio management, communication and human relations which fail to meet the
definition for other core activities.
The group’s investments in Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA (WAWI) and Hyundai Glovis
Co., Ltd. are presented as part of Strategic Holdings and Investments as investments
in associates.
Eliminations are between the group’s three segments mentioned above.
The segment income statements are measured in the same way as in the financial
statements.
The segment information provided to the chief operating decision-makers for the
reportable segments for the year ended 31 December 2023 is as follows:
USD mill
Maritime Services New Energy
Strategic Holdings
and Investments
Eliminations Total
2023 2022 2023 2022 2023 2022* 2023 2022 2023 2022*
INCOME STATEMENTOperating revenue 732 628 290 310 16 17 (11) (12) 1 027 943 Other gain/(loss) 1 1 23 (7) 1 15 Total income 732 628 291 333 15 10 (10) (12) 1 029 958 Cost of goods and change in inventory (266) (225) (73) (87) (1) (1) (340) (313)Employee benefits (259) (215) (117) (111) (12) (15) (387) (341)Other expenses (102) (93) (51) (60) (9) (9) 8 12 (153) (151)Operating profit/(loss) before depreciation, amortisation and impairment 105 94 51 75 (7) (16) (1) 147 153 Depreciation and impairment (28) (37) (28) (28) (4) (4) 1 (59) (69)Operating profit 77 57 23 46 (12) (20) (0) 88 83 Share of profit from associates 7 7 10 8 414 382 431 397 Changes in fair value financial assets 4 2 7 (6) 11 (5)Net financial income/(expenses) (19) (20) (22) (16) 64 (37) (15) (36)Profit before tax 65 44 14 40 473 356 (37) 515 440 Tax income/(expense) (20) (16) (2) (2) (5) 4 (27) (13)Profit for the period 45 28 12 38 468 361 (37) 487 427 Non-controlling interests (2) (1) (1) (7) (18) (19) (21) (27)Profit to the equity holders of the company 42 27 12 31 449 342 (37) 466 400
628
333
732
291
15
10
473
14
65
356
40
44
2023: Total income USD mill 2023: Profit before tax USD mill 2022: Total income USD mill 2022: Profit before tax USD mill
Maritime Services New Energy Strategic Holdings and Investments Maritime Services New Energy Strategic Holdings and Investments
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Cont. note 2 Segment reporting
USD mill
Maritime Services New Energy
Strategic Holdings
and Investments
Eliminations Total
31.12.2023 31.12.2022 31.12.2023 31.12.2022 31.12.2023
31.12.2022*
31.12.2023 31.12.2022 31.12.2023
31.12.2022*
BALANCE SHEETASSETSNon current assetsDeferred tax assets 40 45 1 10 16 51 61 Goodwill and other intangible assets 125 122 6 6 1 1 132 129 Properties and other tangible assets 168 155 439 452 16 16 623 623 Right-of-use assets 36 36 61 49 24 27 (10) (9) 112 102 Investments in joint ventures and associates 30 26 204 171 2 012 1 766 2 247 1 962 Financial assets to fair value 5 4 82 71 87 75 Other non current assets 8 8 38 27 3 (5) (9) 42 28 Total non current assets 408 392 754 708 2 146 1 899 (14) (19) 3 294 2 981 Current assetsInventories 121 114 121 114 Current financial investments 124 104 124 104 Other current assets 261 264 76 80 17 14 (11) (10) 342 349 Cash and cash equivalents 144 131 21 8 59 24 224 163 Total current assets 526 509 98 88 200 143 (11) (10) 811 730 Total assets 933 901 852 797 2 346 2 042 (26) (29) 4 105 3 711 EQUITY AND LIABILITIESEquityShareholders' equity 177 158 382 337 2 142 1 783 2 702 2 278 Non-controlling interests 2 (2) 5 3 148 160 155 160 Total equity 179 156 388 340 2 291 1 942 2 857 2 438 Non current liabilitiesPension liabilities 15 14 1 7 7 23 21 Deferred tax liabilities 11 14 2 12 17 Non current interest-bearing debt 174 188 279 281 8 4 (5) 456 473 Non current lease liabilities 28 28 61 48 22 25 (9) (9) 101 93 Other non current liabilities 6 5 5 9 9 (12) 11 11 Total non current liabilities 233 249 346 339 37 45 (14) (18) 603 615 Current liabilitiesCurrent income tax 8 8 1 1 10 10 Public duties payable 10 7 7 5 1 1 18 13 Current interest-bearing debt 27 35 30 27 65 Current lease liabilities 12 11 9 10 4 3 (1) (1) 24 23 Other current liabilities 492 470 73 67 13 21 (11) (10) 567 547 Total current liabilities 522 496 117 117 18 55 (12) (11) 645 658 Total equity and liabilities 933 901 852 797 2 346 2 042 (26) (29) 4 105 3 711 Investments in tangible assets 20 17 18 160 1 1 40 178
The amounts provided to the chief operating decision-makers with respect to total assets, liabilities and equity are measured in the same way as in the financial statements.
* The investment in Hyundai Glovis has been restated from fair value through income statement to equity method. The comparative figures are restated. Refer to note 21.
31.12.2023: Equity controlling interest 31.12.2022: Equity controlling interest
79% 78%
14% 15%
7% 7%
Maritime Services
New Energy
Strategic Holdings and Investments
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Cont. note 2 Segment reporting
USD mill
Maritime Services New Energy
Strategic Holdings
and Investments
2023 2022 2023 2022 2023 2022*
CASH FLOW
Profit before tax 65 44 14 39 473 356
Changes in fair value financial assets (4) (7) 5
Share of (profit)/loss from joint ventures and associates (7) (7) (10) (8) (414) (382)
Net financial (income)/expenses 19 20 22 16 (64) 1
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment 28 37 28 28 4 4
Change in working capital 1 (63) 5 (7) (13) (8)
Other (gain)/loss (1) (1) (23) 7
Net cash provided by operating activities 105 31 55 45 (21) (16)
Dividend received from joint ventures and associates 7 5 11 8 169 37
Net sale/(investments) in fixed assets (20) (10) (19) (2) (2) (1)
Net sale/(investments) in entities and segments (10) (4) 2 (50) (1)
Net changes in other investments 2 2 3 (5) (5) 25
Net cash flow from investing activities (21) (7) (3) (48) 162 59
Net change of debt (29) (22) (20) 13 (34) 6
Net change in other financial items (15) (12) (19) (15) (5) (3)
Net dividend from other segments/ to shareholders (27) (33) 7 (67) (73)
Net cash flow from financing activities (70) (67) (39) 5 (107) (69)
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents 13 (43) 12 1 34 (26)
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period 131 174 9 7 25 50
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of period 144 130 21 8 59 24
The amounts provided to the chief operating decision-makers with respect to cash flows are measured in a manner consistent with that of the balance sheet.
* The investment in Hyundai Glovis has been restated from fair value through income statement to equity method. The comparative figures are restated. Refer to note 21.
GEOGRAPHICAL AREAS
Total Income
Area income is based on the geographical location of the company and
include gains from sale of assets.
Total assets
Area assets are based on the geographical location of the assets. The
group’s investment in Hyundai Glovis is classified in the geographical
segment Asia & Africa.
Investments in tangible assets
Area capital expenditure is based on the geographical location of the assets.
Total income and total assets attributed to Norway as the group
companies’ country of domicile
USD mill 2023 2022
Total income attributed to Norway 313 344
Total assets attributed to Norway 2 544 3 031
2023 Total assets 2022Total assets
2023 Investment in tangible assets 2022 Investment in tangible assets
Europe Americas Asia & Africa Oceania
24%
33%30%
26%
1%
2%1%
2%
74%
63%67%
71%
32% 30%
3% 4%
55% 57%
10% 10%
1%
2%2%
1%
2023 Total income 2022 Total income
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USD mill
Maritime Services New Energy
Strategic
Holdings
and Invest-
ments
Group
elimination
Total
Revenue Segments
Ships
Service
Port
Services
Ship
Manage-
ment
Other/
elimination
Infra-
structure
Technology
& Decarbon-
isation
Other/
elimination
2023
Revenue from external customers 477 155 87 14 283 2 5 16 (11) 1 027 Total 477 155 87 14 283 2 5 16 (11) 1 027 Timing of revenue recognition At a point in time 477 10 2 16 (11) 494 Over time 155 87 4 283 5 533 Total 477 155 87 14 283 2 5 16 (11) 1 027 2022Revenue from external customers 394 136 68 29 270 3 37 17 (12) 943 Total 394 136 68 29 270 3 37 17 (12) 943 Timing of revenue recognition At a point in time 394 26 3 17 (12) 428 Over time 136 68 3 270 37 516 Total 394 136 68 29 270 3 37 17 (12) 943
Note 3 Revenue from contracts with customers
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
Revenue derived from customer contracts in scope of IFRS 15 Revenue from contracts with customers are assessed using the five-step model, where only customer
contracts with a firm commitment is used as basis for revenue recognition.
MARITIME SERVICES
Ships service - Sale of goods
The group offers a wide range of products to the maritime industry. The products are
delivered to the customer at vessel or warehouse, which is also the point in time where
control transfers to the customer and revenue is recognised net of any discounts.
Some customers are entitled to retrospective volume discounts based on aggregate
sales over a defined period. Revenue from these sales is recognised based on the
price specified in the contract, net of the estimated volume discounts. Accumulated
experience is used to estimate and provide for the discounts, using the expected
value method, and revenue is only reconised to the extent that it is highly probable that
a significant reversal will not occur. A refund liability (included in other current liabilities)
is recongised for expected volume discounts payable to customers in relations to
sales made until the end of the reporting period. The contracts typically has payment
terms of 30 days after delivery, and no significant financing component is identified.
Port services - Sale of services
The group offers ships agency and port services coverering 2 200 port locations
world wide. The agents facilitates efficent port calls for vessels, by procuring goods
and services on behalf of the customers and to assist with required permits and
custom declaration assocuated with the port call. Prior to the port call, the customer
is required to make available funds for the expected disbursements (pre funding).
Following the completion of the services the group prepare a final disbursement
account to the customer documenting all disbusement for the port call. The group
is only acting as an agent, and control of goods and services transfers directly from
the relevant suppliers to the customer. The group does not have inventory risk or the
discretion on establishing prices. For the services rendered, the group is entitled to a
fee that consist of a payment based on services delivered to customer.
Technical / crewing management
Wilhelmsen Ship Management (WSM) offers technical management and crew
management for all vessel segments. The contract durations follow industry
standards, and will usually include an annual compensation payable in monthly
arreas, in addition the ship owner is charged a monthly fee per crew onboard the
vessel. The ship owner simultaniously receives and consumes the benefits provided
by the entity, and hence revenenue is recognised over time. Since WSM has the right
to invoice the services delivered at the end of each month, this is also the basis for
revenue recognition. The invoices are payable 30 days after the end of each month.
Other revenue in the Maritime services segment
These revenues mainly consist of sale of ropes to non-maritime customers and
chemicals for the consumer markets. Most of the sales are to wholesale customers.
Revenue is recognised net of any discounts at delivery. Time and place of delivery,
and transfer of control, depend on agreed delivery terms but usually when the
customer receives the goods.
The group also has an insurance agency business where the group is acting as
an agent, and is entitled to a defined commission of the insurance premium. The
comission is per year and recognised on a straight line basis thorugh the year.
NEW ENERGY
Infrastructure
The New Energy segment, including the NorSea Group operates supply bases and
provide integrated logistics solution to the offshore industry. Revenues from external
customers come from sale of services to the offshore industry (Operations), from
the rental of properties (Property) and from the sale of services to other industries
(Other). The duration of the operations contracts varies from 3 to 10 years. The
pricing of the contracts are mainly based on delivered quantity via supply bases.
The group is a lessor for parts of the properties located on or near the bases. This
is typically warehouses and some office facilities. This is ordinary operational lease
contracts with a typical duration of 2 to 7 years. For contracts with a duration of more
than one year the rent is adjusted annually based on commonly used indexes. Lease
revenue is usually recognised on a straight line basis over the lease term.
Technology & decarbonisation
The group provides a range of technology and digital solutions to the shipping
industry. Revenue is recognised net of any discounts at delivery. Revenue is
recognised based on time and place of delivery, and transfer of control, or services
rendered, and depend on agreed delivery terms but usually when the customer
receives the goods and services.
STRATEGIC HOLDINGS AND INVESTMENTS
The operation revenue is related to inhouse services to external customers as office
rent and canteen services.
INFORMATION ABOUT TRANSACTION PRICE ALLOCATED TO UNSATISFIED
PERFORMANCE OBLIGATIONS
In general the contracts with customers are of a short term nature, except for
the framework agreements described under New Energy Infrastructure and Ship
Management. For infrastructure the framework agreements can be for a period
of up to 10 years, but do not define any minimum volume. For Ship Management
contracts the customer can terminate the contract without cause on a 3 months
basis. Because of this there is no significant unsatisfied performance obligations as
of year end.
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Note 4 Investments in joint ventures and associates
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
Interests in joint ventures and associates are accounted for using the equity method
after initially being recognised at cost in the consolidated balance sheet.
Equity method:
Under the equity method of accounting, the investments are initially recognised
at cost and adjusted subsequently to recognise the group’s share of the post-
acquisition profits after tax of the investee in income statement, and the group’s
share of movements in other comprehensive income of the investee in other
comprehensive income. Dividends received or receivable from associates and joint
ventures are recognised as a reduction in the carrying amount of the investment.
Sale and dilution of the share of associate companies is recognised in the income
statement when the transactions occur for the group.
Where the group’s share of losses in an equity-accounted investment equals
or exceeds its interest in the entity, including any other unsecured long-term
receivables, the group does not recognise further losses, unless it has incurred
obligations or made payments on behalf of the other entity.
The carrying amount of equity-accounted investments is tested for impairment
when impairment indicators are present.
When the group ceases to consolidate or equity account for an investment because
of a loss of control, joint control or significant influence, any retained interest
in the entity is remeasured to its fair value, with the change in carrying amount
recognised in profit or loss. This fair value becomes the initial carrying amount for
the purposes of subsequently accounting for the retained interest as an associate,
joint venture or financial asset. In addition, any amounts previously recognised in
other comprehensive income in respect of that entity are accounted for as if the
group had directly disposed of the related assets or liabilities. This may mean that
amounts previously recognised in other comprehensive income are reclassified to
profit or loss.
If the ownership interest in a joint venture or an associate is reduced but significant
influence is retained, only a proportionate share of the amounts previously
recognised in other comprehensive income are reclassified to profit or loss where
appropriate.
Coast Center Base AS is a joint venture between NorSea Group and Bernh. Larsen
Holding AS and was established in 1998. It delivers services related to logistics,
quay, project and maintenance to the offshore industry in addition to maritime
industry.
KS Coast Center Base is a joint venture between NorSea Group and Bernh. Larsen
Holding AS and was established in 1973. It is mainly a property company owning
infrastructure rented out to Coast Center Base AS.
CCB Energy Holding AS is a joint venture between NorSea Group and Bernh. Larsen
Holding AS and was established in 2020. It owns shares in companies involved in
production of hydrogen and climate neutral solutions.
Wilhelmsen Ahrenkiel group is a technical container ship management within MPC
Capital Group.
All companies are private companies and there are no quoted market price available
for the shares.
There are no other contingent liabilities relating to the group’s interest in the joint
ventures.
INVESTMENTS IN JOINT VENTURES
Business office country
2023 2022
Voting share/ownership
New EnergyCoast Center Base AS Norway 50.0% 50.0%KS Coast Center Base Norway 50.0% 50.0%CCB Energy Holding AS Norway 50.0% 50.0%Elevon AS Norway 50.0% 50.0%SørSea AS Norway 50.0% 50.0%Polar Lift AS Norway 50.0% 50.0%Massterly AS Norway 50.0% 50.0%Topeka MPC Maritime AS Norway 50.0% 50.0%Maritime ServicesWilhelmsen Ahrenkiel group Germany 50.0% 50.0%
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USD mill 2023 2022
Summarised financial information - according to the group's ownershipShare of total income 80 111 Share of operating expenses (65) (93)Share of depreciation (5) (6)Share of net financial items (1) (2)Share of tax expense (1) (2)Share of profit for the year 7 8 Book value 41 43 Excess value (goodwill) 59 60 Investments in joint ventures 100 104
USD mill 2023 2022
Joint ventures' assets, equity and liabilities (group's share of investments)Share of non current assets 85 87 Share of cash and cash equivalents 37 33 Share of current assets 4 6 Total share of assets 126 126 Share of equity 01.01 43 68 Share of profit for the period 7 8 Dividend (10) (5)Acquisitions 1 Disposals (21)Other comprehensive income (1) (7)Share of equity at 31.12 41 43 Share of non current liabilities 53 46 Share of current liabilities 33 37 Total share of liabilities 85 83 Total share of equity and liabilities 126 126
Cont. note 4 Investments in joint ventures and associates
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USD mill
CCB Other
2023 2022 2023 2022
SUMMARISED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOMETotal income 140 194 23 27 Operating expenses (123) (175) (23) (22)Net operating profit 16 20 5 Financial income/(expenses) (3) (3) 4 Profit before tax 13 16 3 5 Tax income/(expense) (2) (3) (1)Profit after non-controlling interests 11 14 3 5 Other comprehensive income (2)Total comprehensive income 11 14 1 5 The group's share of dividend from joint ventures 9 4 1 1
USD mill
CCB Other
31.12.2023 31.12.2022 31.12.2023 31.12.2022
SUMMARISED BALANCE SHEETNon current assets 159 165 10 7 Cash and cash equivalents 4 (13) 6 Other current assets 72 58 6 5 Total assets 231 227 3 17 Non current liabilities 102 88 (13) 3 Current liabilities 61 62 3 5 Total liabilities 163 150 (10) 8 Net assets 68 77 13 9
USD mill
CCB Other
2023 2022 2023 2022
RECONCILIATION OF SUMMARISED FINANCIAL INFORMATIONOpening net asset 01.01 77 81 9 63 Acquisition net assets 3 1 Disposals of joint ventures* (42)Profit for the period 11 14 3 5 Other comprehensive income (2) (9) 1 (12)Dividend to shareholders (19) (8) (2) (6)Closing net assets 31.12 68 77 13 9 The group's share 34 39 6 5 Goodwill / excess value 51 53 8 8 Carrying value 31.12 85 91 14 13
Set out below are the summarised financial information on a 100% basis for Coast Center Base (CCB), which in the opinion of the directors is a material joint venture to the group.
Joint ventures not considered to be material, are defined under “other” (on a 100% basis).
The information above reflects 100% of the amounts presented in the financial statements of the joint ventures, adjusted for any differences in accounting policies between the
group and the joint ventures.
* Vikan Næringspark Invest AS was in the beginning of 2022 a joint venture between NorSea Group and Kristiansund Baseselskap AS. NorSea Group acquired the remaining
shares in the company in March 2022 and it is now a 100% owned subsidiary.
Cont. note 4 Investments in joint ventures and associates
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INVESTMENTS IN ASSOCIATED COMPANIES
Country
2023 2022
Voting share/ownership
Strategic Holdings and Investments Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA (WAWI) Norway 37.9% 37.9%Hyundai Glovis Co., Ltd. (Hyundai Glovis) * Republic of Korea 11.0% 11.0%
Maritime ServicesDiana Wilhelmsen Management Limited Cyprus 50.0% 50.0%Barklav (Hong Kong) Limited Hong Kong 50.0% 50.0%BWW LPG Limited Hong Kong 49.0% 49.0%Wilhelmsen-Smith Bell Manning, Inc Philippines 50.0% 50.0%Denholm Port Services Limited United Kingdom 40.0% 40.0%Triangle Shipping Agencies LLC United Arab Emirates 50.0% 50.0%Barwil Abu Dhabi Ruweis LLC United Arab Emirates 50.0% 50.0%Wilhelmsen WPS Dubai Port Services LLC United Arab Emirates 50.0% 50.0%Wilhelmsen Port Services LLC - Fujairah United Arab Emirates 42.5% 42.5%Almoayed Wilhelmsen (Ltd) W.L.L Bahrain 50.0% 50.0%Wilhelmsen Huayang Port Services (Shanghai) Co. Ltd. China 50.0% 50.0%Wilhelmsen Huayang Ships Service (Beijing) Co., Ltd. China 50.0% 50.0%Barwil Arabia Shipping Agencies SAE Egypt 50.0% 50.0%Wilhelmsen Port Service Georgia LLC Georgia 50.0% 50.0%Wilhelmsen Hyopwoon Port Services Ltd Republic of Korea 50.0% 50.0%Alghanim Wilhelmsen Shipping Co.W.L.L Kuwait 49.0% 49.0%Diize B.V. Netherlands 50.0% 50.0%Wilhelmsen-Smith Bell Shipping, Inc. Philippines 49.0% 49.0%Wilhelmsen-Smith Bell (Subic), Inc. Philippines 50.0% 50.0%Perez Torres Portugal Lda Portugal 50.0% 50.0%Pelagus 3D Pte Ltd Singapore 50.0% 50.0%Wilhelmsen Sunnytrans Co., Ltd Vietnam 50.0% 50.0%
New EnergyEldøyane Holding AS / Eldøyane Næringspark AS Norway 50.0% 38.0%Konciv AS Norway 43.1% 47.5%Hammerfest Næringsinvest AS Norway 32.2% 32.2%Strandparken Holding AS Norway 33.1% 33.1%Dusavik Utvikling AS Norway 33.5% 33.5%Risavika Eiendom AS Norway 42.0% 42.0%Love Miljøbase AS Norway 33.3% 33.3%CCB Subsea AS Norway 42.5% 42.5%Polar Algae AS Norway 52.0% 46.8%WindWorks Jelsa AS Norway 38.5% 33.3%Energy Innovation Holding AS Norway 50.0% 50.0%AM North AS Norway 33.3% 33.3%RTN AS Norway 50.0% 50.0%Nordlys.Studio AS Norway 46.0% 46.0%Topeka Hagland Greenbulk AS Norway 50.0% 50.0%Reach Subsea ASA Norway 19.2% 20.5%Edda Wind ASA Norway 25.4% 25.7%
* The group has changed the classification to consider the investment in Hyundai Glovis Co., Ltd as an associated company, see note 21.
Cont. note 4 Investments in joint ventures and associates
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USD mill 2023 2022
Share of profit/(loss) from associatesWAWI 324 281 Hyundai Glovis 89 102 Associates Maritime Services 5 6 Reach Subsea 5 2Edda Wind 1Other associates New Energy (1) (1)Share of profit from associates 424 390 Book value of material associatesWAWI 1 337 1 146 Hyundai Glovis 675 620 Reach Subsea 23 17Edda Wind 84 52Specification of share of equity and profit/loss:Share of equity 01.01 1 858 1 519 Share of profit for the year 424 389 Capital increase in / acquisition of associates in Maritime Services 4 Capital increase in / acquisition of associates in New Energy 35 18 Dividend (160) (41)Other comprehensive income (14) (25)Share of equity 31.12 2 147 1 858
There are no contingent liabilities relating to the group’s interest in the associates.
The group holds a 37.9% share in listed company Wallenius Wilhelmsen (WAWI),
headquartered at Lysaker, Norway. WAWI is a market leader in RoRo shipping and
vechile logistics, managing the distrubution of cars, trucks, rolling equipment and
breakbulk to customers all over the world. WAWI controls more than 125 vessels and
servicing 15 trade routes to six continents, together with a global inland distribution
network, more than 120 in-land processing centres, and 9 marine terminals.
The group holds a 11.0% share in Hyundai Glovis, a logistics company headquartered
in Seoul, Republic of Korea, listed on the Korean Stock Exchange. Hyundai Glovis’
principal activity is logistics and distribution services. The company provides
overseas logistics services, including vehicle export logistics, air freight forwarding,
ocean freight forwarding and international express service. Hyundai Glovis also has a
growing shipping segment with its own fleet of car carriers and bulk carriers.
The group holds a 19.2 % ownership in the listed company Reach Subsea ASA.
During the year the group did a capital increase of USD 8 mill. Reach Subsea group
offer subsea services as subcontractor and/or directly to end clients. The core business
of the group is based on modern, high spec Work ROVs operated by highly qualified
offshore personnel, and supported by our competent onshore engineering resources.
The group holds a 25.4 % ownership in the listed comapny Edda Wind ASA. During
the year the group did a capital increasse of USD 28 mill. Edda Wind owns and
operates service vessels supporting the maintenance work conducted during the
commissioning and operation of offshore wind parks.
Set out below are the summarised financial information for, on a 100% basis, for
WAWI and Hyundai Glovis, which, in the opinion of the directors, are the material
associates to the group.
Associates not considered to be material are defined under ”other” (on a 100% basis).
USD mill
WAWI Hyundai Glovis Other
2023 2022 2023 2022 2023 2022
SUMMARISED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOMETotal income 5 149 5 045 19 634 20 894 302 207 Operating expenses (3 924) (4 114) (18 364) (19 501) (252) (174)Net operating profit 1 225 931 1 270 1 393 50 33 Finance income & expenses (189) (102) (166) (156) (3)Profit before tax 1 035 829 1 104 1 237 47 34 Tax income/(expense) (68) (35) (293) (313) (8) (5)Profit for the period 967 794 811 924 39 29 Non-controlling interests (121) (116) (2) (2)Profit after non-controlling interests 846 678 809 921 39 29 Other comprehensive income (1) (1) 11 13 (4)Total comprehensive income (shareholder's equity) 845 678 820 934 39 25 WWH share of dividend from associates 136 24 19 13 5 5
Cont. note 4 Investments in joint ventures and associates
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Cont. note 4 Investments in joint ventures and associates
USD mill
WAWI Hyundai Glovis Other
31.12.2023 31.12.2022 31.12.2023 31.12.2022 31.12.2023 31.12.2022
SUMMARISED BALANCE SHEETNon current assets 5 951 6 242 4 596 4 540 743 351 Other current assets 985 936 4 806 4 879 123 107 Cash and cash equivalents 1 705 1 216 1 966 1 642 136 133 Total assets 8 642 8 394 11 368 11 061 1 003 591 Non current liabilities 3 163 3 659 1 909 2 116 423 154 Current liabilities 1 423 1 226 3 460 3 462 199 147 Non-controlling interests 413 355 11 11 Total liabilities 4 998 5 241 5 381 5 588 623 301 Net assets 3 644 3 153 5 987 5 472 380 290
USD mill
WAWI Hyundai Glovis Other
2023 2022 2023 2022 2023 2022
RECONCILIATION OF SUMMARISED FINANCIAL INFORMATIONNet asset at 01.01 3 153 2 539 5 472 4 882 290 239 Profit for the period 846 679 809 924 39 7 Net assets of acquired associates/capital increase 132 57 Convertion KRW to USD and EUR to USD (143) (236) (59)Other comprehensive income (1) 11 13 (4)Transactions with non controlling interests 5 (2) 2 (4) (4)Dividend (359) (63) (164) (110) (18) (5)Net assets at 31.12 3 644 3 153 5 987 5 472 380 290 WWH share 1 380 1 194 659 602 135 91 Goodwill and other intangible assets 17 18 8 7 Currency (1) (1) (9) (6)Fair value adjustment vessels and goodwill * (43) (48)Carrying value at 31.12 1 337 1 146 675 620 135 93
The information above reflects the 100% amount presented in the financial statements of the associates, adjusted for differences in accounting policies between the group and
the associates.
The group’s share of profit, after tax from joint ventures and associates is recognised in the income statement as financial income. All joint ventures and associates are equity
consolidated.
* The share price and market value of Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA (WAWI) at the merger (April 2017) was lower than book value of equity in WAWI..
The group market value of the investment in Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA at 31 December 2023 was USD 1 408 million (2022: USD 1 575 million).
WAWI is a separately listed company on Oslo Børs. The market capitalisation of its shares at year end is 5% higher (2022: 38% higher) than the carrying amount of the
investment, as accounted for under the equity method. The group has not identified any impairment indicators for the investment.
The group market value of the investment in Hyundai Glovis at 31 December 2023 was USD 610 million (2022: USD 538 million). The shares have historically traded at or below
a market capitalization to book value of equity ratio of 1 without this indicating a significant decline of the asset’s value. Value in use calculations prepared by management of
Hyundai Glovis indicate that the recoverable amount is higher than the Hyundai Glovis’ carrying amount for key assets. The higher underlying value of the share is supported by
external market analysts. Based on this, the recoverable amount attributable to the shares in Hyundai Glovis is assessed to be higher than the group’s carrying amount.
USD mill 2023 2022
RECONCILIATION OF THE GROUP’S INCOME STATEMENT AND BALANCE SHEETShare of profit from joint ventures 7 8 Share of profit from associates 424 390 Share of profit from joint ventures and associates 431 397 Share of equity from joint ventures including net excess value 100 104 Share of equity from associates including net excess value 2 147 1 859 Share of equity from joint ventures and associates including net excess value 2 247 1 962
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Note 5 Principal subsidiaries
Business
office country
Nature of business
Proportion of ordinary shares
directly held by parent (%)
Proportion of ordinary
shares held by the group (%)
Maritime ServicesWilhelmsen Maritime Services AS Norway Maritime services 100.00% 100.00%Wilhelmsen Ships Service AS Norway Maritime products and services 100.00%Wilhelmsen Port Services AS Norway Port services 100.00%Wilhelmsen Ship Management Holding AS Norway Ship management 100.00%Wilhelmsen Chemicals AS Norway Manufactoring 100.00%
New EnergyWilhelmsen New Energy AS Norway New energy investments 100.00% 100.00%NorSea Group AS Norway Infrastructure and supply services 98.96%
Strategic Holdings and InvestmentsTreasure ASA Norway Investment 78.68% 78.68%Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding Invest Malta Ltd Malta Investment 100.00% 100.00%
The group’s principal subsidiaries at 31 December 2023 are set out above. Unless otherwise stated, they have share capital consisting solely of ordinary shares that are held
directly by the group, and the proportion of ownership interests held equals the voting rights held by the group. The country of incorporation or registration is also their principal
place of headquarter of subgroups.
During 2023 the group acquired the subsidiary Navadan A/S through business combination, reported under the Maritime Services segment. The investment cost, net after cash
in new subsidaries was USD 11 million.
During 2022 the group acquired the subsidiaries Strømme AS and Vopak Agencies B.V through business combinations, both reported under the Maritime Services segment. The
group increased it’s ownership in Vikan Næringspark AS from 50% to 100%, reclassifying the company from joint venture to subsidiary, reported under the New Energy segment.
None of the new subsidiaries are considered to be a principal subsidiary. The investment cost, net after cash in new subsidiaries was USD 37 million.
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Note 6 Employee benefits
USD mill Note 2023 2022
Payroll (278) (247)Payroll tax (36) (30)Pension cost 11 (23) (18)Other remuneration (50) (47)Total employee benefits (387) (341)
2023 2022
Number of employees:
Group companies in Norway 1 217 1 121 Group companies abroad 4 099 3 910 Seagoing personnel Ship Management 11 340 10 868 Total employees 16 656 15 899 Average number of employees 16 278 15 682
EXPENSED AUDIT FEE
USD mill 2023 2022
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
Employee benefits include wages, salaries, social security contributions, sick leave,
parental leave and other employee benefits. The benefits are recognised in the
period in which the associated services are rendered by the employees.
For cash–settled payments/bonus plans and other cash-settled payments, a liability
equal to the portion of services received is recognised at fair value determined at
each balance sheet date.
Statutory audit (2) (3)Tax advisory fee (1)Other assurance services (1)Total expensed audit fee (3) (4)The fees above cover the group expenses to all external auditors and tax advisors.
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Note 7 Tangible and intangible assets
Properties: 10-50 years
Vessels: 25 years
Other tangible assets: 3-10 years
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
The group uses the cost method for property, plant and equipment. Tangible assets are depreciated over the following expected useful lives:
TANGIBLE ASSETS
USD mill Properties Vessels Other tangible assets Total tangible assets
2023
Cost at 01.01 692 226 918 Acquisition 16 23 40 Business combinations 3 3 Reclass/disposal 33 (7) 26 Currency translation differences (14) 1 (13)Cost at 31.12 730 243 973 Accumulated depreciation and impairment at 01.01 (206) (89) (295)Depreciation/amortisation (18) (11) (29)Reclass/disposal (36) 7 (29)Impairment (1) (1)Currency translation differences 3 1 4 Accumulated depreciation and impairment at 31.12 (258) (92) (350)Carrying amounts at 31.12 472 151 623
2022
Cost at 01.01 601 35 229 866 Acquisition 23 23 46 Business combinations 140 140 Reclass/disposal (33) (16) (49)Currency translation differences (73) (3) (10) (86)Cost at 31.12 692 226 918 Accumulated depreciation and impairment at 01.01 (207) (23) (93) (323)Depreciation/amortisation (19) (1) (9) (29)Reclass/disposal (1) 22 5 26 Currency translation differences 22 2 8 32 Accumulated depreciation and impairment at 31.12 (206) (89) (295)Carrying amounts at 31.12 486 137 623
Economic lifetime 10-50 years 25 years 3-10 years
Depreciation schedule Linear Linear Linear
Climate related considerations
Physical climate risk such as changes to weather patterns and severity of rain,
flooding, wind and other climate related events are taken into consideration when
assessing the useful life of assets.
The group has not identified material assets to have significantly shorter life due to
climate related risks.
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Cont. note 7 Tangible and intangible assets
Goodwill: Indefinite life
Software and licenses: 3-5 years
Other intangible assets: 5-10 years
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
The group uses the cost method for intangible assets. Amortisation of intangible fixed assets is based on the following expected useful lives:
INTANGIBLE ASSETS
USD mill Goodwill Software and licences Other intangible assets Total intangible assets
2023
Cost 01.01 112 37 52 201 Acquisition 3 3 Business combinations 17 (8) 10 Reclass/disposal (1) (4) 2 (3)Currency translation differences (2) (1) (3)Cost at 31.12 126 35 46 207 Accumulated amortisation and impairment 01.01 (24) (29) (19) (73)Amortisation/impairment (4) (3) (8)Reclass/disposal 3 5 (4) 4 Currency translation differences 1 Accumulated amortisation and impairment 31.12 (22) (28) (26) (75)Carrying amounts 31.12 104 7 20 132
The group recognised goodwill of USD 17 million in 2023. USD 9 million was recognised from the acquisition of Navadan and USD 8 million was reclassified from other
intangible asset to goodwill related to the acquisition of Vopak in December 2022.
2022
Cost 01.01 123 36 34 193 Acquisition 3 1 3 Business combinations 1 2 21 23 Currency translation differences (11) (3) (4) (18)Cost at 31.12 112 37 52 201 Accumulated amortisation and impairment 01.01 (13) (26) (19) (57)Business combinations (2) (2)Amortisation/impairment (13) (4) (2) (19)Currency translation differences 1 2 2 5 Accumulated amortisation and impairment 31.12 (24) (29) (19) (73)Carrying amounts 31.12 88 8 33 129
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Cont. note 7 Tangible and intangible assets
Impairment testing of goodwill
Goodwill is mainly related to the Maritime Services segment (USD 102 million). The
goodwill figures are originally calculated in NOK and USD (2022: NOK and USD).
Goodwill is tested for impairment annually.
For the purpose of impairment testing, goodwill is allocated to the respective cash
generating units within the various business areas.
As of 31 December 2023 management has performed impairment testing for the
group’s recognised goodwill. Based on the tests performed, no impairment was
recognised in 2023 (2022: USD 13 million).
When performing the goodwill impairment test, recoverable amount is calculated
using estimated fair value less cost of disposal. In calculating the fair value less
cost of disposal, the group considers relevant information generated by market
transactions involving similar group of assets, including qualitative and quantitative
information.
Risks factors related to climate and environmental changes as well as regulatory
changes responding to such changes are included in the assessment of the
recoverable amount. Such factors are assessed in the same way as other uncertain
input factors, impacting cash flow estimates used for the tests.
Fair value less cost of disposal has been estimated by using an Enterprise value/
EBITDA multiple (see note 23 for definition of the terms). The forecasted EBITDA
is based on historical levels for EBITDA in each CGU. The multiples are estimated
to be in the range of 6 - 9, which management believes is a fair estimate of market
multiples for the relevant CGU’s.
Cash flows were projected based on actual operating results and next year’s
forecast. Cash flows based on a 5-year strategy plan period with terminal value
(terminal growth rate 1%) were extrapolated using the following key assumptions:
The values assigned to the key assumptions represent management’s assessment
of future trends in the maritime industry and are based on both external sources and
internal sources.
No reasonable change in any of the key assumptions on which management has
based its determination of the recoverable amount would cause the carrying amount
to exceed its recoverable amount as of 31 December 2023.
2023 2022
USD/NOK 10.13 9.84 Multiple 7.5 7.5 Growth rate 1-4% 1-4% Increase in material cost 4-7% 4-7% Increase in pay and other remuneration 3-5% 3-5% Increase in other expenses 3-5% 3-5%
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Note 8 Right-of-use assets and lease liabilities
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
Identifying a lease
At the inception of a contract, the group assesses whether the contract is, or
contains a lease. A contract is, or contains a lease if the contract conveys the
right to control the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange for
consideration.
For lease contracts containing a non-lease component, the non-lease component is
separated and expensed in the income statement based on the relative stand-alone
price. If an observable stand-alone price is not readily available, the group estimates
this price by the use of observable information.
Recognition of leases and exemptions:
At the lease commencement date, the group recognizes a lease liability and
corresponding right-of-use asset for all lease agreements in which it is the lessee,
except for the following exemptions applied:
• Short-term leases (defined as 12 months or less)
• Low value assets
For these leases, the group recognizes the lease payments as other operating
expenses in the statement of profit or loss when they incur.
Measuring the lease liability:
The lease liability is initially measured at the present value of the lease payments
for the right to use the underlying asset during the lease term not paid at the
commencement date. The lease term represents the noncancellable period of the
lease, plus any period covered by an extension option period if the group expects to
exercise this option.
The group does not include variable lease payments in the lease liability arising
from contracted index regulations subject to future events. The lease liability is
subsequently measured by increasing the carrying amount to reflect interest on the
lease liability, reducing the carrying amount to reflect the lease payments made and
remeasuring the carrying amount to reflect any reassessment or lease modifications,
or to reflect adjustments in lease payments due to an adjustment in an index or rate.
Measuring the right-of-use asset
The right-of-use asset is initially measured at cost.
Subsequent measurements of right-of-use assets follow the same principles as for
other non-financial assets, except that the right-of-use asset is depreciated from the
commencement date to the earlier of the lease term and the remaining useful life.
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Cont. note 8 Right-of-use assets and lease liabilities
RIGHT-OF-USE ASSETS
The group leases several assets such as buildings, land, machinery, equipment and vehicles. The group’s right-of-use assets are categorised and presented in the table below:
USD mill Properties and land
Machinery, equipment
and vehicles
Total
2023
Cost at 01.01 134 15 149 Additions including remeasurements 28 8 36 Reclass/disposal (7) (4) (12)Change of estimates 5 5 Cost at 31.12 160 19 179 Accumulated depreciation and impairment at 01.01 (40) (6) (47)Depreciation (18) (3) (21)Reclass/disposal 3 3 6 Change of estimates (5) (5)Accumulated depreciation and impairment at 31.12 (60) (7) (66)Carrying amount of right-of-use assets at 31.12 100 12 112
USD mill Properties and land
Machinery, equipment
and vehicles
Total
2022
Cost at 01.01 199 15 214 Additions including remeasurements 39 3 42 Reclass/disposal (88) (1) (89)Currency exchange differences (16) (1) (18)Cost at 31.12 134 15 149 Accumulated depreciation and impairment at 01.01 (55) (4) (59)Depreciation (17) (3) (20)Reclass/disposal 27 1 28 Currency exchange differences 4 5 Accumulated depreciation and impairment at 31.12 (40) (6) (47)Carrying amount of right-of-use assets at 31.12 94 9 102
Lower of remaining lease term or economic life 5-12 years 3-8 years
Depreciation method Linear Linear
Climate related considerations
Physical climate risk such as changes to weather patterns and severity of rain,
flooding, wind and other climate related events are taken into consideration when
assessing the remaining lease term and termination options related to right-of-use
assets. The group has not identified material right-of-use assets where reduction in
lease term or termination is deemed relevant due to climate related risks.
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Cont. note 8 Right-of-use assets and lease liabilities
Lease liabilities
USD mill 2023 2022
Undiscounted lease liabilities and maturity of cash outflows
Less than 1 year (30) (25)1-2 years (24) (21)2-3 years (20) (16)3-4 years (13) (12)4-5 years (11) (8)More than 5 years (81) (45)Total undiscounted lease liabilities at 31.12 (179) (128)
USD mill 2023 2022
Summary of the lease liabilities in the financial statements
Total lease liabilities 01.01 116 169 Lease liabilities recognised in the year 36 42 Lease liabilities derecognised in the year (5) (61)Cash payments for the principal portion of the lease liability (28) (28)Interest expense on lease liabilities 5 6 Change of estimates (16)Currency exchange differences 1 4 Total lease liabilities at 31.12 125 116
Current lease liabilities 24 23 Non-current lease liabilities 101 93 Total lease liabilities at 31.12 125 116
USD mill 2023 2022
Summary of other lease expenses recognised in income statement
Variable lease payments expensed in the period (8) (9)Operating expenses related to short-term leases (including short-term low value assets) (2) (2)Operating expenses related to low value assets (excluding short-term leases included above) (2) (2)Total lease expenses included in other operating expenses (12) (14)
The leases do not contain any restrictions on the group’s dividend policy or financing.
The group does not have significant residual value guarantees related to its leases to disclose.
Practical expedients applied:
The group leases personal computers, IT equipment and machinery with contract
terms of 1 to 3 years. The group has elected to apply the practical expedient of
low value assets and does not recognise lease liabilities or right-of-use assets.
The leases are instead expensed when they incur. The group has also applied the
practical expedient to not recognise lease liabilities and right-of-use assets for short-
term leases, presented in the table above.
The group does not have material lease commitments, not yet commenced and therefore
not included in the lease liabilities as of 31 December 2023 (2022: USD 0 million)
Extension options:
The group’s lease of buildings and land have lease terms that varies from 5 years to
99 years, and several agreements involve a right of renewal which may be exercised
during the last period of the lease terms. The group assesses at the commencement
whether it is reasonably certain to exercise the renewal right.
Purchase options:
The group leases machinery, equipment and vehicles with lease terms of 3 to 5 years.
Some of these contracts include a right to purchase the assets at the end of the
contract term. The group assesses at the commencement whether it is reasonably
certain to exercise the purchase right. All the options are based on market value.
Subleases:
The group has subleased an immaterial part of its redundant office buildings,
classified as an operating lease.
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Note 9 Tax
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
Income tax in the income statement consists of current tax, effect of changes in
deferred tax/deferred tax assets, and withholding tax incurred in the period. Income
tax is recognised in the income statement unless it relates to items recognised
directly in equity or other comprehensive income.
Current tax:
Current tax is the expected tax payable or receivable on the taxable income or loss
for the period, using tax rates enacted or substantially enacted at the reporting date
that will be paid during the next 12 months. Current tax also includes any adjustment
of taxes from previous years and taxes on dividends recognised in the period.
Deferred tax / deferred tax asset:
Deferred tax is calculated using the liability method on all temporary differences
arising between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in
the consolidated financial statements.
Deferred income tax assets are recognised to the extent that it is probable that future
taxable profit will be available, and that the temporary differences can be deducted
from this profit.
Withholding tax:
Withholding tax and any related tax credits are generally recognised in the period
they are incurred.
OECD Pillar Two model rules
The Pillar two model rules, issued by OECD as part of their BEPS project, come
into effect from 1 January 2024. On 20 December 2023, the Norwegian parliament
approved the legislation, defining the framework for Norwegian ultimate parent
entities.
The group has assessed the implications of the new legislation, with the resulting
estimated financial impact on the group’s income tax being immaterial.
Effective from 23 May 2023, the International Accounting Standard Board (the
IASB) issued an amendment to IAS 12, with the amendment including a mandatory
temporary exemption to the accounting for deferred tax arising from the jurisdictional
implementation of the Pillar Two model rules. The group has implemented the
mandatory temporary exemption, effective from 1 January 2023.
Ordinary taxation
The ordinary rate of corporation tax in Norway is 22% of net profit for 2023 (2022:
22%). Norwegian limited liability companies are encompassed by the participation
exemption method for share income. Thus, share dividends and gains are tax free
for the receiving company. Corresponding losses on shares are not deductible. The
participation exemption method does not apply to share income from companies
domiciled in what is considered low tax countries and that are located outside the
European Economic Area (EEA), and on share income from companies domiciled
outside the EEA in which the company owns less than 10% of the shares.
For group companies located in the same country and within the same tax regime,
taxable profits in one company can be offset against tax losses and tax loss carry
forwards in other group companies. Deferred tax/deferred tax asset has been
calculated on temporary differences to the extent that it is likely that these can be
utilised in each country and for Norwegian entities the group has applied a rate of
22% (2022: 22%).
The effective tax rate for the group will, from period to period, change dependent on
the group gains and losses from investments inside the exemption method.
Foreign taxes
Companies domiciled outside Norway will be subject to local taxation. When
dividends are paid, local withholding taxes may be applicable. This generally applies
to dividends paid by companies domiciled outside the EEA.
USD mill 2023 2022
Allocation of tax expense for the yearPayable tax in Norway (5) (10)Payable tax foreign (17) (16)Change in deferred tax (4) 12 Total tax income/(expense) (27) (13)
Reconciliation of actual tax cost against expected tax cost in accordance with the Norwegian income tax rate of 22%Profit before tax 515 440 22% tax (113) (97)
Tax effect from:
Permanent differences (11) (4)Non-taxable income/ change in market value 7 Share of profit from joint ventures and associates 95 87 Reversal impairment deferred tax asset 7 Withholding tax and payable tax previous year (5) (7)Calculated tax income/(expense) for the group (27) (13)Effective tax rate for the group 5.3% 3.0%
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Cont. note 9 Ta x
USD mill 2023 2022
Net deferred tax assets
Net deferred tax assets at 01.01 44 53 Charged through income statement (4) 12 Charged directly to equity (1) (1)Currency translation differences (2) (7)Acquistion / disposal 2 (14)Net deferred tax assets at 31.12 40 44 Deferred tax assets in balance sheet 51 61 Deferred tax liabilities in balance sheet (12) (17)Net deferred tax assets at 31.12 40 44
USD mill Other Fixed assets Total
Deferred tax liabilities
At 01.01.2023 (7) (7)Charged through income statement (7) (8) (15)Currency translation differences (4) 2 (2)Acquistion / disposal 2 2 Deferred tax liabilities at 31.12.2023 (11) (11) (22)
At 01.01.2022 (4) (4)Charged through income statement 5 5 Charged directly to equity Currency translations 3 3 Acquistion / disposal (11) (11)Deferred tax liabilities at 31.12.2022 (7) (7)
USD mill
Non current assets
and liabilities
Current assets
and liabilities
Tax losses
carried forward
Current assets
and liabilities
Tax losses
carried forward
Deferred tax assets At 01.01.2023 3 (4) 56 (4) 51 Charged through income statement 15 (5) 10 Charged directly to equity (1) (1)Currency translations 1 (1) 1 Deferred tax assets at 31.12.2023 4 11 51 (4) 62
Deferred tax assets At 01.01.2022 4 4 45 4 57 Charged through income statement 2 (5) 13 (3) 8 Charged directly to equity (1) (1)Currency translations (2) (3) (3) (2) (10)Acquistion / disposal (3) (3)Deferred tax assets at 31.12.2022 3 (4) 56 (4) 51
The majority of tax loss carry forward is related to entities in Norway and the United
States, without expiration of the tax loss carry forward. Through the acquisition of the
external shares in Norsea group, the group reversed the impairment of deferred tax
assets in 2022.
Temporary differences related to joint ventures and associates are USD nil for
the group, since all the units are regarded as located within the area in which the
exemption method applies, and there are currently no plans to dispose of any of
these companies.
The Maritime Services segment will have shares in subsidiaries not subject to the
exemption method which could give rise to a tax charge in the event of a sale, where
no provision has been made for deferred tax associated with a possible sale or
dividend. There are currently no plans to dispose of such companies.
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Note 10 Earnings per share
Note 11 Pension
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
The calculation of basic and diluted earnings per share is based on the income
attributable to ordinary shareholders and a weighted average number of ordinary
shares outstanding. Own shares shares are not included in the weighted average
number of ordinary shares. Weighted average number of diluted and ordinary shares
is the same, as the company currently does not have any dilutive instruments.
Earnings per share
Earnings per share taking into consideration the number of outstanding shares in the
period. At 31 December 2023 the company owns 386 300 own shares (nil for 31
December 2022).
Total outstanding ordinary shares as of 31 December 2023 are
33 713 700 A-shares and 10 480 000 B-shares.
Earnings per share is calculated based on an average of 44 283 425 shares for 2023
and 44 580 000 shares for 2022.
See note 11 in the parent accounts for an overview of the largest shareholders at 31
December 2023.
Description of the pension scheme
The group’s defined contribution pension schemes for Norwegian employees are
with financial institutions providing solutions based on investment funds.
Subsidiaries outside Norway have separate schemes for their employees in
accordance with local rules, and the pension schemes are for the material part
defined contribution plans.
The group has a supplementary pension plan, a contribution plan for all Norwegian
employees with salaries exceeding 12 times the Norwegian National Insurance base
amount (G). However, the group still has obligations for some employees related to
salaries exceeding 12G mainly financed from operations.
In addition, the group has agreements on early retirement. These obligations are
mainly financed from operations.
The group has obligation towards one employee in the group’s senior executive
management. The obligation is mainly covered through group annuity policies in
Storebrand.
Pension costs and obligations include payroll taxes. No provision has been made for
payroll tax in pension plans where the plan assets exceed the plan obligations.
Actuarial gains and losses arising from experience adjustments and changes in
actuarial assumptions are charged or credited to equity in other comprehensive
income in the period in which they arise.
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Cont. note 11 Pension
USD mill
Funded Unfunded
2023 2022 2023 2022
Number of people covered by pension schemes at 31.12
In employment 4 8 5 5 On retirement (inclusive disability pensions) 138 139 23 24 Total number of people covered by pension schemes 142 147 28 29
USD mill
Expenses Commitments
2023 2022 31.12.2023 31.12.2022
Financial assumptions for the pension calculations:
Discount rate 3.60% 1.80% 3.70% 3.60%Anticipated pay regulation 3.50% 2.25% 3.50% 3.50%Anticipated increase in National Insurance base amount (G) 3.50% 2.25% 3.50% 3.50%Anticipated regulation of pensions 1.70% 0.10% 2.40% 1.70%
USD mill 2023 2022
Pension expenses
Service cost/ net interest cost (1)Cost of contribution plan (22) (17)Pension expenses (23) (18)Total remeasurements included in OCI (1) 1
USD mill 31.12.2023 31.12.2022
Pension obligations
Defined benefit obligation at end of prior year 37 43 Effect of changes in foreign exchange rates (2) (4)Service cost 1 Interest expense 1 1 Benefit payments from plan (2)Remeasurements - change in assumptions 1 (1)Pension obligations at 31.12 37 37
Fair value of plan assets
Fair value of plan assets at end of prior year 15 17 Effect of changes in foreign exchange rates (2)Benefit payments from plan (1) (1)Return on plan assets (excluding interest income) (1)Gross pension assets at 31.12 14 15
Defined benefit obligation 37 37 Fair value of plan assets 14 15 Net liability 23 21
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Note 12 Combined items, balance sheet
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
Loans and receivables at amortised cost
Loans and receivables are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable
payments, which are not traded in an active market.
Loans and receivables are recognised initially at their fair value plus transaction costs.
Accounts payable and other payables
Accounts payable and other payables are recognised at the original invoiced amount,
where the invoiced amount is considered to be approximately equal to the vale
derived if the amortised cost method would have been applied.
USD mill Note 2023 2022
OTHER NON CURRENT ASSETS
Non current equity investments 18 12 14 Non current loans to associates and joint ventures 18 20 5 Non current loans to others 18 3 3 Non current financial derivatives 18 2 Other non current assets 18 5 6 Total other non current assets 42 28
OTHER CURRENT ASSETS
Account receivables 240 241 Prepaid expenses 52 56 Accrued revenue 13 9 Other current assets 17/18 36 42 Total other current assets 342 349
OTHER CURRENT LIABILITIESAccount payables 303 277 Accrued employee benefits 35 31 Other accrued expenses 55 56 Financial derivatives 18 9 Other current liabilities 59 74 Cylinder deposit * 7 115 101 Total other current liabilities 567 547
* Wilhelmsen Maritime Services has cylinders recognised as other tangible asset in the balance sheet, see note 7. The cylinders are valued at USD 111 million (2022: USD
102 million). These cylinders are partly in the group’s own possession and partly on board customers vessels. Most customers have paid a deposit for the cylinders they have
onboard their vessels.
Provisions in other current liabilities, including cylinder deposit liability, does include
some degree of uncertainty due to the nature of the provisions. Provisions are
calculated and recognised based on available information and assumptions at the
time when the provision is made, and will be updated if needed when new information
becomes available.
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Note 13 Receivables
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
Account receivables and other receivables are recognised at the original invoiced
amount, where the invoiced amount is considered to be approximately equal to the
value derived if the amortised cost method would have been applied.
The group measure expected credit losses at lifetime expected loss allowance for all
trade receivables and contract assets, including receivables from lease contracts.
To measure the expected credit losses, trade receivables and contract assets have
been grouped based on shared credit risk charateristics and the days past due.
The expected loss rates are based on the payment profiles of sales over a period of
36 month before the reporting period and the corresponding historical credit losses
experienced within this period. The historical loss rates are adjusted to reflect current
and forward looking information on macroeconomic factors affecting the ability of
the customers to settle the receivables. The group has identified the GDP and the
unemployment rate of the countries in which it sells its goods and services to be
the most relevant factors, and accordingly adjusts the historical loss rates based on
expected changes in these factors.
USD mill Current
Less than
90 days past due
Between 90 and
180 days past due
More than
180 days past due
31 December 2023Expected loss rate 0% 6% 13% 49%Gross carrying amount - trade receivables 222 8 11 3 Loss allowance * (1) (1) (1)
31 December 2022
Expected loss rate 0% 16% 13% 44%Gross carrying amount - trade receivables 227 6 8 4 Loss allowance * (1) (1) (2)
USD mill 2023 2022
Aging of account receivables past due but not impaired
Up to 90 days 7 5 90-180 days 10 7 Over 180 days 1 2
Movements in group provision for impairment of account receivables are as follows
Balance at 01.01 4 3 Net provision for receivables impairment 1 Balance 31.12 3 4
Account receivables per segment
Maritime Services 177 183 New Energy 63 55 Strategic Holdings and Investments 4 Total account receivables 240 241
* Loss allowance is rounded to nil for trade receivables less than 90 days overdue.
See note 18 on credit risk.
ACCOUNT RECEIVABLES
At 31 December 2023, USD 18 million (2022: USD 14 million) in account receivables had fallen due but not been subject to impairment. These receivables are related to a
number of separate customers. Historically, the percentage of bad debts has been low and the group expects the customers to settle outstanding receivables. Receivables
fallen due but not subject to impairment have the following age composition:
2023 Account receivables 2022 Account receivables
74%
26%
0%
76%
23%
1%
Maritime Services
New Energy
Strategic Holdings and Investments
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Note 14 Non-current financial assets to fair value
Financial assets to fair value are held in subsidiaries with different reporting currency and thereby creating translation adjustments.
* The investment in Hyundai Glovis has been restated from fair value through income statement to equity method. The comparative figures are restated. Refer to note 21.
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
Management determines the classification of financial assets at their initial recognition, with financial assets held for trading carried at fair value.
USD mill 2023 2022*
Financial assets to fair value
At 01.01 75 105 Acquisition 1 2 Sale during the year (22)Currency translation adjustment through other comprehensive income (5)Change in fair value through income statement 11 (5)Total financial assets to fair value at 31.12 87 75
Financial assets to fair value
Qube Holdings Limited 55 45 Australian PE funds 19 21 Other 12 8 Total financial assets to fair value at 31.12 87 75
Qube Holdings Limited is Australia’s largest integrated provider of import and export
logistics services, and listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). As per
31 December 2023 the group held 25 million shares, 1.4% of total (2022: 25 million
shares, 1.4% of total). The shares in Qube Holdings Limited serve as collateral for a
credit facility. See note 17.
Note 15 Inventories
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
Inventories of purchased goods and work in progress are valued at cost in accordance with the weighted average cost method.
USD mill 2023 2022
InventoriesRaw materials 9 7 Goods/projects in process 2 3 Finished goods/products for onward sale 110 104 Total inventories at 31.12 121 114 Obsolescence allowance, deducted above 3 3
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Note 16 Current financial investments
The fair value of all equity securities, bonds and other financial assets is based on their closing prices in an active market.
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
Current financial investments consists of financial assets held for trading. Derivatives are also placed in this category unless designated as hedges.
USD mill 2023 2022
Market value current financial investments
Equities 88 71 Bonds 36 33 Total current financial investments at 31.12 124 104
USD mill 2023 2022
The net unrealised gain at 31.12 13 6
The parent company’s portfolio of equities and bonds of USD 124 million is held as
collateral within a securities’ finance facility. See note 17. The portfolio’s strategy
and mandate is set by the parent company’s Board of Directors and consists of a
benchmark of 50%/50% share of investment grade bonds and Nordic equities, with
a trading mandate within certain set limits with regards to equity/bond allocation,
portfolio weight, and currency exposure. Reporting is provided monthly to group
CEO/CFO and quarterly to parent company’s Board of Directors.
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Note 17 Interest-bearing debt and undrawn credit facilities
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
Loans are recognised at fair value when the proceeds are received, net of transaction costs. In subsequent periods, loans are stated at amortised cost using the effective
interest method.
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Note 2023 2022
Interest-bearing debtBank and mortgages loan 483 538 Lease liabilities 125 116 Total interest-bearing debt 18 608 654
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Note 2023 2022
Book value of collateral, mortgaged and leased assets:
Financial assets to fair value, current financial investments 1 211 150 Assets in the New Energy segment 834 849 Total book value of collateral, mortgaged and leased assets 1 045 999
The groups bank and mortages loan facilities are held in the Maritime Services
segment and the New Energy segment, amounting to USD 175 million and USD 308
million per 31 December 2023. The loan facilitiy in the Maritime Services segment
matures in 2027. The New Energy debt comprise two loan facilities, where the primiary
facility, amounting to USD 294 million per 31 December 2023, matures in 2027.
The group refinanced its current interest-bearing debt during 2022.
Loan agreements entered into by the group contain financial covenants relating to
liquidity, leverage and value-adjusted equity. The group was in compliance with all
covenants at 31 December 2023.
The parent company’s portfolio of financial investments is held as collateral within a securities’ finance facility.
The overview above shows the actual maturity structure, with the amount due in year one as the first year’s instalment classified under other current liabilities.
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Note 2023 2022
Repayment schedule for interest-bearing debt
Due in year 1 51 88 Due in year 2 19 17 Due in year 3 28 22 Due in year 4 435 24 Due in year 5 and later 76 503 Total interest-bearing debt 18 608 654
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Cont. note 17 Interest-bearing debt and undrawn credit facilities
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Note 2023 2022
The group net interest-bearing debt
Non current interest-bearing debt 456 473 Non current lease liabilities 101 93 Current interest-bearing debt 27 65 Current lease liabilities 24 23 Total interest-bearing debt 608 654
Cash and cash equivalents 224 163 Current financial investments 16 124 104 Net interest-bearing debt 260 386
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Guarantee commitments
Guarantees for group companies 15 18 Bank guarantees 20 Payroll tax guarantees 5 4 Total 40 22
The carrying amounts of the group’s bank loans are denominated in the following currencies
USD 175 188 NOK 294 336 DKK 14 15 Total 483 538
See otherwise note 18 for information on financial derivatives (currency hedges) relating to interest-bearing debt.
* Liquid investments are investment grade bonds and liquid equities traded in active markets. These assets are held at fair value recognised through the income statement.
** Interest-bearing debt is exposed to movements in floating interest rates in USD and NOK. Material parts of the interest rate risk in the NOK-denominated debt is hedged
within the New Energy segment.
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2023 2022
Net debt
Cash and cash equivalents 224 163 Liquid investments * 124 104 Borrowings - repayable within one year (51) (88)Borrowings - repayable after one year (557) (566)Net debt (260) (386)
Cash and cash equivalents and liquid investments 349 267 Gross debt - variable interest rates ** (608) (654)Net debt (260) (386)
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Liabilities from financing activities
Finance leases due
within 1 year
Finance leases due
after 1 year
Borrow. due
within 1 year
Borrow. due
after 1 year
Total financing
activities
Total interest-bearing debt at 31.12.2022 23 93 65 473 654 Reclass 19 (19) (2) 2 Cash flows (27) (41) (31) (99)Business combinations 2 2 Foreign exchange adjustments 1 (2) (8) (10)Other non-cash movements 10 26 7 19 62 Total interest-bearing debt at 31.12.2023 24 101 27 456 608
Total interest-bearing debt at 01.01.2022 30 139 270 203 642 Reclass (2) 2 8 (8)Cash flows (5) (23) (200) 218 (10)Business combinations 1 (5) 72 68 Foreign exchange adjustments (2) (12) (5) (28) (47)Other non-cash movements 1 (14) (3) 16 Total interest-bearing debt at 31.12.2022 23 93 65 473 654
Cont. note 17 Interest-bearing debt and undrawn credit facilities
Cash and cash equivalents, undrawn credit facilities
The group has cash pool arrangements within each segment. Each cash pool
arrangement is considered as one financial instrument and the net balance against
the bank is presented as cash and cash equivalents. Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA
(Strategic Holdings and Investments segment) owns and operates a multicurrency cash
pool with a header-account in NOK, comprising of subsidiaries registered in Norway.
Wilhelmsen Maritime Services AS (Maritime Services segment) owns and operates
a multicurrency cash pool with a header-account in USD, comprising of subsidiaries
in Europe, Asia-Pacific and North America. NorSea Group AS (part of the New Energy
segment) owns and operates a multicurrency cash pool with a header-account in NOK,
comprising of subsidiaries in Norway, Denmark, Germany and the United Kingdom.
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2023 2022
Committed undrawn credit facilities 321 172
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2023 2022
Cash and cash equivalents
Banks 224 163 Banks 224 163
Committed undrawn credit facilities are key part of the liquidity reserve.
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Note 18 Financial risk
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
The group uses derivatives to address financial risk. Derivatives are included in
current assets or current liabilities, except for maturities greater than 12 months
after the balance sheet date. These are classified as non-current assets or other
non-current liabilities as they form part of the group’s long-term economic hedging
strategy and are not classified as held for trading.
Derivatives are recognised at fair value on the date a derivative contract is entered
into and are revalued on a continuous basis at their fair value.
Derivatives which do not qualify for hedge accounting
Most derivative instruments do not qualify for hedge accounting. Changes in the fair
value of any derivative instruments which do not qualify for hedge accounting are
presented in the income statement as financial income/expense.
Derivatives which do qualify for hedge accounting
The group designates certain derivatives as hedges of highly probable forecast
transactions (cash flow hedges).
At the date of the hedging transaction, the group documents the relationship
between hedging instruments and hedged items, as well as the objective of its risk
management and the strategy underlying the various hedge transactions.
The group also documents the extent to which the applied derivatives are effective
in offsetting changes in fair value or cash flow associated with the hedge items.
Such assessments are documented both initially and on an ongoing basis.
The fair value of derivatives used for hedging is shown below. Changes in the
valuation of qualified hedges are recognised directly in other comprehensive income
until the hedged transactions are realised.
The fair value of financial derivatives traded in active markets is based on quoted
market prices at the balance sheet date. The fair value of financial derivatives not
traded in an active market is determined using valuation methodology, such as
the discounted value of future cash flows. Independent experts verify the value
determination for instruments which are considered material.
The group has exposure to the following financial risks from its operations:
• Market risk
• Foreign exchange rate risk
• Interest rate risk
• Equity market risk
• Credit risk
• Liquidity risk
MARKET RISK
The group has established hedging strategies to mitigate risks on material exposures
originating from movements in currencies and interest rates. This is compliant with
the financial strategy approved by the board of directors.
To mitigate risk, the group holds financial instruments for the following purposes:
• Financing: to raise finance for the group’s operations or, in the case of short-term
deposits, to invest surplus funds. The types of instruments used include bank
debt, cash and short-term deposits.
• Operational: the group’s activities generate financial instruments, including cash,
trade receivables, trade payables and finance advances.
• Risk management: to reduce risks arising from the financial instruments described
above, including foreign exchange contracts, interest rate swaps and cross-
currency interest rate swaps.
Changes in the market value of foreign exchange financial derivatives are recognised
through the income statement. New Energy segment apply hedge accounting for
interest rate hedges where derivatives are recognised in other comprehensive income.
Associates hedge their own exposures. The group records the effects of realised and
unrealised changes in financial derivatives held in these entities in accordance with
the equity method under “share of profit from joint ventures and associates”. The
material associates are Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA group and Hyundai Glovis group in
Strategic Holdings and Investments segment and the joint venture investment Coast
Center Base group in New Energy segment.
Foreign exchange rate risk
The group is exposed to currency risk on revenues and costs in non-functional
currencies (transaction risk), and balance sheet items denominated in non-functional
currencies (translation risk).
The group’s largest foreign exchange exposures are NOK, EUR and SGD - all
against USD.
TRANSACTION RISK HEDGING (CASH FLOW)
The group’s operating segments are responsible for hedging their own material
transaction risk. Within Maritime Services, USD/NOK, EUR/USD and USD/SGD
exposures are subject to a systematic 3-year rolling hedge program, utilizing a
portfolio of currency options and currency forwards. The group target current hedge
ratio to be within the interval of 30-70% of future opex. USD/MYR is hedged using
currency forwards with maturities up to 12 months. Remaining exposures are non-
material and not hedged.
TRANSLATION RISK HEDGING (BALANCE SHEET)
The group’s policy for mitigating translation risk is to match the denomination
currency of assets and liabilities to as large extent as possible.
FX SENSITIVITES (TRANSLATION RISK)
The group monitors the net exposure and calculates sensitivities on a regular basis,
based on average market volatility per currency cross. Sensitivities showing a potential
accounting effect below USD 5 million on group level are considered non-material.
The sensitivity analysis below shows the impact that a reasonably possible change
in foreign exchange rates over a financial year would have on profit after tax and
equity, based solely on the group’s foreign exchange risk exposures existing at the
balance sheet date. The group has used the observed range of actual historical rates
for the preceding one-year period, in determining reasonably possible exchange
movements to be used for the current year’s sensitivity analysis.
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Note 2023 2022
Currency through Income Statement
Included in other financial income/(expenses)
Operating currency, net (2) 10 Currency derivatives, realised (3) (3)Currency derivatives, unrealised 10 (9)Net currency items in other financial income/(expenses) 1 (1) (9)
Through other comprehensive income
Currency translation differences through OCI (15) (99)Total net currency effects (16) (108)
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Cont. note 18 Financial risk
For Maritime Services, New Energy and Strategic Holdings and Investments, material
translation risks are booked to other comprehensive income due to the functional
currency for most of the entities being different from the reporting currency USD.
The group’s segments perform sensitivity analyses on the unhedged part of the
transaction risk on a regular basis.
The portfolio of derivatives used to hedge the group’s transaction risk (described on
the previous page), exhibit the following income statement sensitivity:
INTEREST RATE RISK
Interest rate risk is identified as the effect on the Group’s future cash flows or fair
value of financial instruments when interest rates change. Changes in interest rates
expose the Group to changes in the fair value of borrowings subject to fixed interest
rates (fair value risk), and changes in future interest payments on borrowings subject
to floating interest rates (cash flow risk).
The group’s strategy is to hedge material parts of the interest-bearing debt against
rising interest rates. As the capital intensity varies across the group’s business
segments, which have their own policies on hedging of interest rate risk, hedge
ratios vary. The main source of exposure to interest rate risk arises from the risk
associated with fair value interest rates.
Within Strategic Holdings and Investments and Maritime Services respectively, no
interest rate hedging is implemented due to low net interest-bearing debt (NIBD),
whereas New Energy have hedged about 40% of its interest-bearing debt (Interest
bearing debt of USD 308 million, with hedged amout totalling USD 120 million) as of
31 December 2023.
The Group has financial liabilities that are exposed to NIBOR and USD Term SOFR
reference rates. The Group has interest-bearing liabilities of USD 175 million that
have a USD Term SOFR reference rate. Other interest-bearing debt is primarily linked
to NIBOR and NOWA. No date has been set for the transition of NIBOR, however the
Group is monitoring the development of the IBOR reform.
The risk exposure related to financial instruments as a consequence of the
transition is considered to be low. The IBOR reform will not change the risk
management strategy.
Sustainability-linked loans
During the year, the group amended the loan agreements in the Maritime Services
and New Energy segment, including sustainability-linked KPIs in the agreements.
Based on the annual fulfilment of the KPI targets, the interest rate on the loans
may be adjusted up to maximum of +/- 5 basis points. The first measurement
period in both agreements is the fiscal year of 2023, with the resulting interest rate
adjustment, based on fulfillment of targets, to be conducted in 2024.
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Sensitivity (10%) (5%) 0% 5% 10%
Income statement sensitivities of economic hedge program
Transaction riskUSD/NOK spot rate 9.12 9.62 10.13 10.64 11.14 Income statement effect 14 7 (7) (14)Equity effect 14 7 (7) (14)EUR/USD spot rate 1.00 1.05 1.11 1.16 1.22 Income statement effect (10) (5) 5 10 Equity effect (10) (5) 5 10 USD/SGD spot rate 1.19 1.25 1.32 1.39 1.45 Income statement effect 6 3 (3) (6)Equity effect 6 3 (3) (6)
(Tax rate used is 22% that equals the Norwegian tax rate).
The average remaining term of the existing total debt portfolio is later than 5 years.
The hedges have an average remaining term of later than 5 years.
Interest rate sensitivity
The group’s interest rate risk originates from differences in duration between assets
and liabilities. On the asset side, bank deposits and investments in interest-bearing
instruments are subject to risk from changes in the general level of interest rates,
primarily in USD and NOK.
The group uses the weighted average duration of interest-bearing liabilities, and
financial interest rate derivatives to compute the group’s sensitivity towards changes
in interest rates.
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2023 2022
Maturity schedule interest rate hedges (nominal amounts)Due in year 1 23 41 Due in year 2 28 Due in year 3 Due in year 4 39 Due in year 5 and later 58 100 Total interest rate hedges 120 169
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Cont. note 18 Financial risk
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2023 2022
Assets Liabilities Assets Liabilities
Interest rate derivatives
New Energy 2 1 Total interest rate derivatives 2 1
Currency derivatives
Maritime Services 10 Total currency derivatives 10 Total market value of financial derivatives 2 2 10
Book value equals market value
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Fair value sensitivities of interest rate riskChange in interest rates' level (2%) (1%) 0% 1% 2% Income statement effect (4) (2) 2 4 Equity effect (4) (2) 2 4
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Change in equity prices
Change in market value (20%) (10%) 0% 10% 20%
Income statement effect (24) (12) 12 24
Equity effect (24) (12) 12 24
(Tax rate used is 22% that equals the Norwegian tax rate)
EQUITY MARKET RISK
The group holds several assets listed on equity markets as well as a defined portfolio
of financial assets for a proportion of the group’s short-term liquidity. The investment
portfolio is divided between stocks and bonds, holding positions in various sectors.
All investments are concentrated within the Nordic countries and are diversified
across more than 30 different companies. The bond positions exclusively fall within
the Investment Grade space.
Below table summarizes the equity market sensitivity towards the market value of all
listed equities held as current financial investments, see note 16.
The following sensitivity analysis shows the impact that a reasonably possible
change in interest rates over a financial year would have on profit after tax and equity.
The impact is determined by assessing the effect of a reasonably possible change
in interest rates would have had on interest income and expense and the impact on
financial instrument fair values existing at the balance sheet date. The analysis is
performed assuming a parallel shift in the relevant interest rate curves of 1%- and
2 %-points.
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Cont. note 18 Financial risk
CREDIT RISK
Credit risk is the risk of financial loss to the group if a customer or counterparty
to a financial derivative fails to meet its contractual obligations. The group’s credit
risk originates primarily from the account receivables, financial derivatives used to
hedge interest rate risk or foreign exchange risk, as well as investments, including
bank deposits.
TRADE RECEIVABLES
The group’s exposure to credit risk on its receivables varies across segments and
subsidiaries.
Within the Maritime Services and New Energy, the global customer base provides
diversification with respect to credit risk on receivables. The segments monitor
and manage their respective credit risk on a regular basis. Reference is made to
note 13.
BANK DEPOSITS AND FINANCIAL DERIVATIVES
The group maintains cash management operations and trades financial derivatives
with a selection of financially solid banks (as determined by their official credit
ratings), limiting the corresponding credit risk.
OTHER CREDIT EXPOSURES
No material loans or receivables were past due or impaired at 31 December 2023
(analogous for 2022).
Guarantees
The group’s policy is that no financial guarantees are provided by the parent
company. However, financial guarantees are provided within Maritime Services and
New Energy. See note 17 for further details.
Credit risk exposure
The carrying amount of financial assets represents the maximum credit exposure.
The maximum exposure to credit risk at the reporting date was as per below table:
LIQUIDITY RISK
The group’s approach to managing liquidity is to ensure that the group meets
its liabilities, under both normal and stressed conditions, without incurring
unacceptable losses or risking damage to the group’s reputation.
The group’s liquidity risk is low in that it holds significant liquid assets in addition to
credit facilities with the banks.
At 31 December 2023, the group had in excess of USD 404 million (2022: USD
313 million) in cash, investment grade bonds and listed equities (cash and cash
equivalents, current financial investments and investment in Qube Holdings
Limited), in addition to USD 321 million (2022: USD 172 million) in committed
undrawn credit facilities.
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Note 2023 2022
Exposure to credit risk
Financial derivatives (liability) 12 (9)Account receivables 12 240 241 Bonds 16 36 33 Cash and bank deposits 17 224 163 Total exposure to credit risk 501 429
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Less than
1 year
Between
1 and 2 years
Between
2 and 5 years
Later than
5 years
Undiscounted cash flows financial liabilities 2023
Mortgages 14 13 265 14 Finance lease liabilities 24 18 24 59 Bank loan 174 3 Interest due 36 35 67 33 Total undiscounted cash flow financial liabilities 73 67 529 109 Current liabilities (excluding next year's instalment on interest-bearing debt) 477 Total gross undiscounted cash flows financial liabilities 31.12.2023 550 67 529 109
Undiscounted cash flows financial liabilities 2022Mortgages 35 12 25 244 Finance lease liabilities 23 4 20 69 Bank loan 30 2 189 Financial derivatives 10 Interest due 33 33 33 32 Total undiscounted cash flow financial liabilities 132 50 79 535 Current liabilities (excluding next year's instalment on interest-bearing debt) 547 Total gross undiscounted cash flows financial liabilities 31.12.2022 679 50 79 535
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Cont. note 18 Financial risk
COVENANTS
The group’s bank and lease financing are subject to financial or non-financial
covenant clauses related to one or several of the following:
• Limitation on the ability to pledge assets
• Change of control
• Minimum liquidity
• NIBD / EBITDA or equivalent Debt-Service Coverage-Ratios
• Loan-to-Value
As of the balance date, the group is not in breach of any financial or non-financial
covenants. Covenants are related to the consolidated accounts of Wilhelmsen
Maritime Services AS and NorSea Group AS.
CAPITAL RISK MANAGEMENT
The group’s overall policy is to maintain a strong capital base to maintain investor,
creditor and market confidence and to sustain future business development. The
board of directors monitors various return metrics, where Return on Equity and
dividend levels are predominant.
The group seeks to maintain a balance between the potential higher returns
stemming from higher levels of financial gearing and the advantages of a strong
balance sheet. The financial strategy and setting of thresholds for capital structure,
return requirements and risk are revised by the board of directors.
FAIR VALUE ESTIMATION
The fair value of financial instruments traded in an active market is based on
quoted market prices at the balance sheet date. The fair value of financial
instruments not traded in an active market (over-the-counter contracts) is based
on third party quotes. These quotes use observable market rates for price
discovery. Specific valuation techniques used by financial counterparties (banks)
to value financial derivatives include:
• Quoted market prices or dealer quotes for similar derivatives.
• The fair value of interest rate swaps is calculated as the net present value of the
estimated future cash flows based on observable yield curves.
• The fair value of interest rate swap option (swaption) contracts is determined
using observable volatility, yield curve and time-to-maturity parameters at the
balance sheet date, resulting in a swaption premium. Options are typically valued
by applying the Black-Scholes model.
• The fair value of forward foreign exchange contracts is determined using forward
exchange rates at the balance sheet date, with the resulting value discounted
back to net present value.
• The fair value of foreign exchange option contracts is determined using
observable forward exchange rates, volatility, yield curves and time-to-maturity
parameters at the balance sheet date, resulting in an option premium. Options
are typically valued by applying the Black-Scholes model.
The carrying value less impairment provision of receivables and payables are
assumed to approximate their fair values. The group estimates the fair value of
financial liabilities for disclosure purposes by discounting the future contractual
cash flows at current market interest rates available to the group for similar
financial derivatives.
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Note Fair value Book value
Interest-bearing debt
Mortgages 306 306 Finance lease liabilities 125 125 Bank loan 178 177 Total interest-bearing debt 31.12.2023 17 610 608
Mortgages 317 316 Finance lease liabilities 116 116 Bank loan 224 222Total interest-bearing debt 31.12.2022 17 657 654
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Cont. note 18 Financial risk
USD mill
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total
Financial assets to fair value
Equities 88 88 Bonds 36 36 Financial derivatives 2 2 Financial assets to fair value 55 8 24 87 Total financial assets 31.12.2023 179 10 24 214
Financial liabilities to fair value
Financial derivativesTotal financial liabilities 31.12.2023
Financial assets to fair value
Equities 71 71 Bonds 33 33 Financial derivatives 1 1 Financial assets to fair value 45 7 22 75 Total financial assets 31.12.2022 150 8 22 180
Financial liabilities to fair valueFinancial derivatives (10) (10)Total financial liabilities 31.12.2022 (10) (10)
The fair value of financial instruments traded in active markets is based on quoted
market prices at the balance sheet date. A market is regarded as active if quoted
prices are readily and regularly available from an exchange, dealer, broker, industry
group, pricing service, or regulatory agency, and those prices represent actual
and regularly occurring market transactions on an arm’s length basis. The quoted
market price used for financial assets held by the group is the current close price.
These instruments are included in level 1. Instruments included in level 1 at the end
of 2023 are liquid investment grade bonds and listed equities (analogous for 2022).
The fair value of financial instruments not traded in an active market (over-the-
counter contracts) are based on third party quotes (Mark-to-Market). These
quotes use observable market rates for price discovery. The different techniques
typically applied by financial counterparties (banks) were described above. These
instruments - FX and IR derivatives - are included in level 2.
If one or more of the significant inputs is not based on observable market data,
the derivatives is in level 3.
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2023 2022
Changes in level 3 instruments
Opening balance 01.01 22 24
Gain/(loss) recognised through income statement 2 (2)
Closing balance 31.12 24 22
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Cont. note 18 Financial risk
Financial instruments by category
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Note
Financial assets at
amortised cost
Fair value through the
income statement
Total
Assets
Other non current assets 12 30 12 42 Financial asset to fair value 14 87 87 Current financial investments 16 124 124 Current financial derivatives 12 2 2 Other current assets 12 276 276 Cash and cash equivalent 224 224 Assets at 31.12.2023 531 225 756
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Note
Financial assets at
amortised cost
Fair value through the
income statement
Total
Assets
Other non current assets 12 6 14 20 Financial asset to fair value 14 75 75 Current financial investments 16 104 104 Current financial derivatives 12 2 2 Other current assets 12 284 284 Cash and cash equivalent 163 163 Assets at 31.12.2022 453 195 648
Liabilities at fair value through
the income statement
Other financial liabilities
at amortised cost
Total
Liabilities
Non current interest-bearing debt 17 557 557 Current interest bearing liabilities 17 51 51 Other non current liabilities 12 11 11 Other current liabilities 12 477 477 Liabilities at 31.12.2023 11 1 085 1 096
Liabilities at fair value through
the income statement
Other financial liabilities
at amortised cost
Total
Liabilities
Non current interest-bearing debt 17 566 566 Current interest bearing liabilities 17 88 88 Current financial derivatives 12 10 10 Other non current liabilities 12 11 11 Other current liabilities 12 452 452 Liabilities at 31.12.2022 21 1 106 1 127
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Note 19 Related party transactions
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
Transactions with related parties include shared services and other services
provided by the group. Shared Services are priced in accordance with the principles
set out in the OECD Transfer Pricing Guidelines and are delivered according to
agreements that are renewed annually.
The services are:
• Ship management including crewing, technical and management service
• Agency services
• Freight and liner services
• Marine products
• Shared services
The ultimate owner of the group is Tallyman AS, which controls about 60% of voting shares of the group. Tallyman AS is controlled by Thomas Wilhelmsen.
Detailed remuneration discloures are provided in the remuneration report.
Detailed remuneration discloures are provided in the remuneration report.
Business office,
country
Ownership
Material related parties in the group are:Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA Norway 37.9%Coast Center Base AS / KS Norway 50.0%
USD thousand 2023 2022
KEY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL COMPENSATIONBase salary 2 086 2 067 Bonus 1 436 3 456 Pension 513 534 Other benefits 341 383 Total 4 376 6 440
USD thousand 2023 2022
OPERATING REVENUE FROM RELATED PARTY
Sale of goods and services to joint ventures and associates:WAWI group 22 20 Maritime Services 7 4 New Energy 1 1 Operating revenue from related party 31 25
OPERATING EXPENSES TO RELATED PARTY
Purchase of goods and services from joint ventures and associates:
Maritime Services (1) (2)New Energy (28) (1)Operating expenses to related party (29) (3)
ACCOUNT RECEIVABLES FROM RELATED PARTY
Maritime Services 4 12 Account receivables from related party 4 12
ACCOUNT PAYABLES TO RELATED PARTYMaritime Services 4 New Energy 3 6 Account payables to related party 7 6
NON CURRENT ASSETS TO RELATED PARTYMaritime Services 3 New Energy 1 Non current assets to related party 1 3
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Note 20 Subsidiaries with material non-controlling interests
* At 31 December 2023 Treasure ASA had nil own shares (31 December 2022 had 2 594 566 own shares)
Set out below is the summarised financial information for the subsidiary that has non-controlling interests (NCI) material to the group. The amounts disclosed are 100% and
before inter-company eliminations. In 2023, the group changed the classification to consider Hyundai Glovis as an associated company and to recognise the investment
according to the equity method. Please refer to note 21 for more information.
Business office, country
2023
Voting/control share
Treasure ASA * Norway 78.68%
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Treasure ASA
2023 2022
Summarised balance sheet
Non current assets 675 620 Current assets 4 10 Total assets 680 630
Non current liabilitiesCurrent liabilities 1 Total liabilities 1 Net assets 679 630
Accumulated non-controlling interests (NCI) 145 145
Summarised income statement/OCI
Total incomeProfit for the year 84 100 Other comprehensive income (16) (26)Total comprehensive income 68 73
Profit allocated to NCIs 15 16 Dividends paid to NCIs 4 5
Summarised cash flows
Net cash flow provided by/(used in) operating activities 13 10 Net cash flow provided by/(used in) investing activitiesNet cash flow provided by/(used in) financing activities (19) (27)Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (5) (17)
USD mill
2023 2022
Total allocation to NCIs
Profit for the period to material NCIs 18 26 Profit for the period to other immaterial NCIs 3 1 Profit for the period to NCIs 21 27
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Note 21 Change in classification of asset - restated financial figures
Change in classification of the group’s investment in Hyundai Glovis Co., Ltd.
As of 31 December 2023 the group holds a 78.68% share in the company Treasure
ASA, who through the fully owned subsidiary Den Norske Amerikalinje AS holds a
11% share in Hyundai Glovis, a logistics company headquartered in Seoul, Republic
of Korea, listed on the Korean Stock Exchange.
Hyundai Glovis’ principal activity is logistics and distribution services. The company
provides overseas logistics services, including vehicle export logistics, air freight
forwarding, ocean freight forwarding and international express service. Hyundai
Glovis also has a growing shipping segment with its own fleet of car carriers and
bulk carriers.
Basis for change in accounting method
The group has previously recognised the investment as financial assets to fair value
(”FV”) measurement with changes in FV recognised in profit or loss in accordance
with IFRS 9 - Financial Instruments.
In 2023 the group has changed the classification to consider Hyundai Glovis as
an associated company and to recognise the investment according to the equity
method in accordance with IAS 28 - Investments in Associates and Joint Ventures,
with the group’s share of changes in net assets of Hyundai Glovis reported as share
of profit from associates and dividends from associates. This change comes as a
result from discussions with Financial Supervisory Authority of Norway (the ”NFSA”).
The group received a preliminary notice from the NFSA regarding it’s accounting
treatment of the Hyundai Glovis investment in the group’s consolidated financial
statements for the period ending 31 December 2021. In the notice, the NFSA has
concluded the group has significant influence over Hyundai Glovis, and is therefore
required to classify the investment as an associated company, and to measure
the investment using the equity method in accordance with IAS 28 Investments in
Associates and Joint Ventures. The change in classification should be corrected
retrospectivly as an error according to IAS 8 - Accounting Policies, Changes in
Accounting Estimates and Errors.
Presentation of restated comparable amounts
Applying IAS 8 - Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors,
the group have in this note presented the restated comparable amounts for each
period presented as if the investment in Hyundai Glovis had been recognised in
accordance with the equity method, starting from the reporting period beginning
1 January 2022.
Impact of the change on accounting method on the group’s consolidated
financial statements
The impact on the consolidated balance sheet as of 1 January 2022 is a decrease
in total equity and retained earnings of USD 27 million, with a decrease of USD 20
million attributable to equity holders of the parent and a decrease of USD 7 million
attributable to non-controlling interests.
The group’s restated financial statements for the previous period is presented below.
RESTATED FINANCIAL FIGURES FOR THE PERIOD ENDING 31 DECEMBER 2022
Income statement and comprehensive income
USD mill
2022 2022 2022
as reported adjustments restated
Operating profit 83 83 Share of profit from joint ventures and associates 296 102 397 Change in fair value financial assets (50) 46 (5)Other financial income 32 (13) 19 Other financial items (55) (55)Profit before tax 306 134 440 Tax income/(expense) (13) (13)Profit for the period 293 134 427 Profit attributable to the equity holders of the company 296 105 400 Profit/(loss) attributable to non-controlling interests (3) 30 27
Other comprehensive income
Comprehensive income from associates 4 1 6 Currency translation differences (73) (26) (99)Other items in other comprehensive income 5 5 Total comprehensive income 229 110 339 Attributable to the equity holders of the company 240 86 326 Attributable to non-controlling interests (11) 23 13 Basic / diluted earnings per share (USD) 6.63 2.35 8.98
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Cont. note 21 Change in classification of asset - restated financial figures
RESTATED FINANCIAL FIGURES FOR THE PERIOD ENDING 31 DECEMBER 2022
Balance sheet
USD mill
31.12.2021 01.01.2022 01.01.2022 31.12.2022 31.12.2022 31.12.2022
as reported adjustments restated as reported adjustments restated
Assets
Investments in joint ventures and associates 1 093 556 1 649 1 342 620 1 962 Financial assets to fair value 688 (583) 105 613 (538) 75 Other non current assets 921 921 943 943 Total non current assets 2 702 (27) 2 675 2 898 83 2 981 Total current assets 746 746 730 730 Total assets 3 448 (27) 3 421 3 628 83 3 711
Equity and liabilities
Attributable to equity holders of the parent 2 009 (20) 1 989 2 212 66 2 278 Non-controlling interests 221 (7) 214 144 17 160 Total equity 2 230 (27) 2 203 2 355 83 2 438 Total liabilities 1 218 1 218 1 273 1 273 Total equity and liabilities 3 448 (27) 3 421 3 628 83 3 711
Cash flow statement
USD mill
2022 2022 2022
as reported adjustments restated
Profit before tax 306 134 440 Share of (profit)/loss from joint ventures and associates (296) (102) (397)Changes in fair value financial assets 50 (46) 5 Financial (income)/expenses 23 13 36 Other net cash flow provided by operating activities (19) (19)Net cash provided by operating activities 64 64
Dividend received from joint ventures and associates 37 13 50 Proceeds from dividend and sale of financial investments 66 (13) 53 Other net cash flow provided by investing activities (97) (97)Net cash flow from investing activities 6 6
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Note 22 Contingencies
Note 23 Alternative performance measures
Note 24 General accounting policies
The size and global activities of the group dictate that companies in the group will be
involved from time to time in disputes and legal actions.
The group is not aware of any financial risk associated with disputes and legal actions
which are not largely covered through insurance arrangements. Nevertheless,
any such disputes/actions which might exist are of such a nature that they will not
significantly affect the group’s financial position.
Risks factors related to climate and environmental changes as well as regulatory
changes responding to such changes are taken into consideration when assessing
the risk of events occurring that could significantly affect the group’s financial
position. The group has not identified any material exposure that could significantly
affect the group’s financial position.
Alternative performance measures
This section describes non-GAAP financial alternative performance measures (APM)
that may be used in the quarterly and annual reports and related presentations.
The following measures are not defined nor specified in the applicable financial
reporting framework of IFRS. They may be considered as non-GAAP financial
measures that may include or exclude amounts that are calculated and presented
according to the IFRS. These APMs are intended to enhance comparability of the
results, balance sheet and cash flows from period to period and it is the group’s
experience that these are frequently used by investors, analysts and other parties.
Internally, these APMs are used by the management to measure performance on a
regular basis. The APMs should not be considered as a substitute for measures of
performance in accordance with IFRS.
EBITDA is defined as Total income (Operating revenue and gain/(loss) on sale of
assets) adjusted for Operating expenses. EBITDA is used as an additional measure of
operational profitability, excluding the impact from financial items, taxes, depreciation
and amortization.
EBITDA adjusted is defined as EBITDA excluding certain income and/or cost items
which are not regarded as part of the underlying operational performance for the
period. The group does not report EBITDA adjusted on a regular basis, but may use it
on a case by case basis to better explain operational performance.
EBITDA margin is defined as EBITDA as a per cent of of Total income.
EBITDA margin adjusted is defined as EBITDA adjusted as a per cent of Total
income, with Total income also adjusted for the same income elements as those
which have been adjusted for in EBITDA adjusted.
EBIT is defined as Total income (Operating revenue and gain/(loss) on sale of assets)
less Operating expenses, Other gain/loss and depreciation and amortization. EBIT
is used as a measure of operational profitability excluding the effects of how the
operations were financed, taxed and excluding foreign exchange gains & losses.
EBIT adjusted, EBIT margin and EBIT margin adjusted will, if used, be prepared in
the same manner as described under EBITDA.
Net interest-bearing debt (NIBD) is defined as total interest bearing debt (Non-
current interest-bearing debt and Current interest-bearing debt) less Cash and cash
equivalenets and Current financial investments.
Equity ratio is defined as Total equity as a percent of Total assets.
Enterprise Value (EV) is defined as the market capitalization of a company plus NIBD.
EV/EBITDA is derfined as Enterprise Value (EV) divided by EBITDA.
SUMMARY OF MATERIAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES
This note provides a list of the significant accounting policies adopted in the
preparation of theses consolidated financial statements to the extent they are not
disclosed separately in the other notes in the consolidated financial statements or
in the notes of the financial statements of the parent company. Accounting policies
have been consistently applied to all the years presented, unless otherwise stated.
New and amended standards adopted by the group
The following are new or amended to standards and interpretations have been issued
and become effective during the current period:
Amendment to IAS 1 Disclosure of Accounting Policies. The amendment requires an
entity to disclose material accounting policy information. The group has assessed
the new requirements arising from the amendment and conducted an update of
accounting policy information disclosed in the group’s financial statements notes
disclosures.
Amendment to IAS 12 International Tax Reform – Pillar Two Model rules. The
amendment includes a mandatory temporary exception to the accounting for
deferred taxes arising from the jurisdictional implementation of the Pillar Two model
rules. In addition, the amendment introduces disclosure requirements for affected
entities in relation to entities exposure to Pillar Two income taxes arising from that
legislation. Refer to Note 9 - Tax for more information.
Other new or amended standards and interpretations issued during the current period
are not expected to have material impact on the entity in the current or future periods.
New standards and interpretations not yet adopted
Certain new or amended accounting standards and interpretations have been
published that are not mandatory for 31 December 2023 reporting periods and have
not been early adopted by the group. These standards are not expected to have a
material impact on the entity in the current or future reporting periods.
FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATION
Functional and presentation currency
Items included in the financial statements of each of the group’s entities are
measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the
entity operates (‘the functional currency’). The exceptions are investments activity
in Malta, where Australian dollar (AUD) is the functional currency and the parent
company Wilhelmsen Maritime Services (WMS AS) has US dollar (USD). The
consolidated financial statements are presented in USD, rounded off to the nearest
whole million.
The presentation currency of the separate statements of the parent is NOK which
is also its functional currency. The accounts are rounded off to the nearest whole
thousand.
Translations and balances
Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency using the
exchange rates at the dates of the transactions.
Foreign exchange gains and losses are presented on a net basis in the income
statement, within finance income/expenses.
Business combination
The acquisition method of accounting is used to account for all business
combinations, regardless of whether equity instruments or other assets are acquired.
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Note 25 Events after the balance sheet date
In January 2024, Wilhelmsen Ship Management, a fully owned subsidiary of Wilh.
Wilhelmsen Holding ASA together with MPC Capital agreed to acquire 100 % of the
company Zeaborn Ship Management. The closing of the transaction is expected for
Q1 2024 and is subject to approval by the competent antitrust authorities.
No other material events occured between the balance sheet date and the date
when the accounts were presented providing new information about the conditions
prevailing on the balance sheet date.
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Accounts
and notes
– Parent
company
Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA parent company Page 75
Income statement Page 75
Comprehensive income Page 75
Balance sheet Page 76
Cash flow statement Page 77
Equity Page 78
Notes Page 79
Auditor’s report Page 96
Responsibility statement Page 101
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People
People have always been key to the
Wilhelmsen group. An experienced and
highly skilled workforce leads to quality,
expertise, and value for customers.
In addition, a sharp focus on equality,
diversity and inclusion and employee
development, has and will continue to be
the Wilhelmsen way of working.
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NOK thousand Note 2023 2022
Operating income 1 34 030 35 343
Operating expenses
Employee benefits 2 (94 466) (106 778)
Operating expenses 1 (59 474) (53 891)
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment 3/4 (7 036) (4 997)
Total operating expenses (160 976) (165 666)
Operating profit/(loss) (126 946) (130 323)
Financial income/(expenses)
Net financial income 1/4 2 541 250 704 592
Net financial expenses 1/4 (76 676) (101 875)
Financial income/(expenses) 2 464 574 602 717
Profit before tax 2 337 628 472 394
Tax income/(expense) 5 (54 089) 74 552
Profit for the year 2 283 539 546 946
Transfers and allocations
To equity 1 664 828 145 726
Proposed dividend 441 937 267 480
Interim dividend paid 176 775 133 740
Total transfers and allocations 2 283 539 546 946
NOK thousand 2023 2022
Profit for the year 2 283 539 546 946
Items that will not be reclassified to the income statement
Remeasurement postemployment benefits, net of tax (5 851) 5 789
Total comprehensive income 2 277 689 552 735
Income statement Wilh.Wilhelmsen Holding ASA
Comprehensive income Wilh.Wilhelmsen Holding ASA
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NOK thousand Note 31.12.2023 31.12.2022
ASSETS
Non current assets
Deferred tax assets 5 88 778 141 899
Intangible assets 3 10 329 6 592
Properties and other tangible assets 3 13 377 8 344
Right-of-use assets 4 41 689 46 896
Investments in subsidiaries and associates 6 6 328 989 5 594 516
Financial assets to fair value 7/14 76 075
Sublease receivable 4/15 212 185 246 252
Other non current assets 15 41 048 35 912
Total non current assets 6 812 469 6 080 411
Current assets
Current financial investments 8/14 1 263 938 1 024 970
Trade and other receivables 15 102 107 3 425
Sublease receivable 4/15 34 067 32 708
Other current assets 10 69 180 133 727
Cash and cash equivalents 9 636 489 118 308
Total current assets 2 105 782 1 313 137
Total assets 8 918 252 7 393 549
EQUITY AND LIABILITIES
Equity
Paid-in capital 11 891 600 891 600
Retained earnings and other reserves 6 940 774 5 385 736
Total equity 7 832 374 6 277 336
Non current liabilities
Pension liabilities 12 74 417 66 900
Non current lease liabilities 4 253 680 291 917
Total non current liabilities 328 097 358 817
Non current liabilities
Public duties payable 5 278 4 853
Trade and other payables 15 9 055 11 079
Current portion of lease liabilities 4/15 38 236 36 517
Other current liabilities 10/15 705 212 704 947
Total current liabilities 757 781 757 396
Total equity and liabilities 8 918 252 7 393 549
Balance sheet Wilh.Wilhelmsen Holding ASA
Lysaker, 20 March 2024
The board of directors of Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA
Electronically signed
Carl E Steen (chair)
Trond Westlie
Morten Borge
Rebekka Glasser Herlofsen
Ulrika Laurin
Thomas Wilhelmsen (group CEO)
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NOK thousand Note 2023 2022
Cash flow from operating activities
Profit before tax 2 337 628 472 394
Financial (income)/expenses 1 (2 464 574) (602 717)
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment 3/4 7 036 4 997
Other (gain)/loss 2 922
Change in net pension asset/liability 16 4 102
Change in working capital 55 017 28 224
Withholding tax (paid)/received 5 682 (7 149)
Net cash provided by operating activities (61 273) (100 150)
Cash flow from investing activities
Dividend/group contribution received from group companies 15 2 197 628 687 195
Investments in tangible and intangible assets 3 (10 598) (6 592)
Net proceeds from sale of entity 6 700
Investments in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates 6 (656 584) (411 729)
Repayment of financial sublease 4 32 708 40 356
Loans (to)/from subsidiaries, cash pool 126 603 (101 116)
Proceeds from sale of financial investments 263 965
Purchase of current financial investments (146 482) (163 942)
Dividend and other financial income received from financial assets 36 186 12 841
Interest received included interest of sublease receivable 1 25 054 15 744
Net cash flow from investing activities 1 605 215 336 722
Cash flow from financing activities
Net proceeds from issue of debt after debt expenses 600 000 755 000
Repayment of debt (977 671) (655 000)
Repayment of lease liabilities 4 (43 292) (43 901)
Interest paid included interest of financial lease debt (10 477) (20 315)
Cash from/(to) financial derivatives (44 717)
Net purchase of own shares (105 350)
Dividend to shareholders (444 255) (312 060)
Net cash flow from financing activities (1 025 761) (276 276)
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents 518 182 (39 704)
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period 118 308 158 012
Cash and cash equivalents at 31.12 636 489 118 308
Cash flow statement Wilh.Wilhelmsen Holding ASA
The company has several bank accounts in different currencies.
Unrealised currency effects are included in net cash provided by operating activities.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
NOK thousand Note Share capital Own shares Retained earnings Total
Current year's change in equity
Equity 31.12.2022 891 600 5 385 736 6 277 336
Interim dividend paid (176 775) (176 775)
Proposed dividend (441 937) (441 937)
Purchase of own shares (8 000) (101 500) (109 500)
Sale of own shares 274 3 880 4 154
Repayment of previous years dividend 1 407 1 407
Profit for the year 2 283 539 2 283 539
Comprehensive income for the year (5 851) (5 851)
Equity 31.12.2023 11 891 600 (7 726) 6 948 500 7 832 374
NOK thousand Note Share capital Own shares Retained earnings Total
Current year's change in equity
Equity 31.12.2021 891 600 5 234 221 6 125 821
Interim dividend paid (133 740) (133 740)
Proposed dividend (267 480) (267 480)
Profit for the year 546 946 546 946
Comprehensive income for the year 5 789 5 789
Equity 31.12.2022 891 600 5 385 736 6 277 336
Equity Wilh.Wilhelmsen Holding ASA
At 31 December 2023 the company’s share capital comprises 34 000 000 Class A
shares and 10 580 000 Class B shares, totalling 44 580 000 shares with a nominal
value of NOK 20 each. Class B shares do not carry a vote at the general meeting.
Otherwise, each share confers the same rights in the company.
In May 2023 the company aquired 400 000 own shares (300 000 A - shares and
100 000 B - shares). In November 2023, a total of 13 700 own A- shares were sold
to employees as part of the employee share program. At 31 December 2023 the
company had 386 300 own shares (corresponding figures at 31 December 2022 was
nil own shares).
The proposed dividend for fiscal year 2023 is NOK 10.00 per share. A decision on the
proposal will be taken by the annual general meeting on 2 May 2024.
Dividend for fiscal year 2022 was NOK 10.00 per share, with NOK 6.00 per share paid
in April 2023 and NOK 4.00 per share paid in November 2023.
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NOK thousand Note 2023 2022
OPERATING INCOME
Other income 1 397 1 137
Income from group companies 15 35 555 34 206
Other gain/(loss) (2 922)
Total operating income 34 030 35 343
OTHER OPERATING EXPENSES
Expenses to group companies 15 (14 367) (11 962)
Communication and IT expenses (6 402) (7 352)
External services 2 (22 608) (14 735)
Travel and meeting expenses (2 724) (4 445)
Marketing expenses (3 537) (2 102)
Lease expenses (6 724) (2 332)
Other expenses (3 112) (10 963)
Total other operating expenses (59 474) (53 891)
FINANCIAL INCOME/(EXPENSES)
Financial income
Investment management 8 160 804
Interest income 8 391 5 493
Interest income financial sublease 10 583 11 904
Dividend/group contribution from associates and subsidiaries 15 2 243 531 687 195
Other financial income 15 117 941
Total financial income 2 541 250 704 592
Financial expenses
Investment management 8 (52 211)
Interest expenses (10 477) (8 411)
Interest expenses financial lease 4 (12 511) (11 903)
Other financial expenses 15 (53 688) (29 349)
Total financial expenses (76 676) (101 875)
Net financial income 2 464 574 602 717
Note 1 Combined items, income statement
NOK thousand Note 2023 2022
Payroll (63 888) (82 638)
Payroll tax (14 597) (8 811)
Pension cost 12 (12 513) (12 576)
Other remuneration (3 468) (2 753)
Total employee benefits (94 466) (106 778)
Average number of employees 30 35
Note 2 Employee benefits
Detailed remuneration disclosures are provided in the remuneration report.
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NOK thousand
2023 2022
EXPENSED AUDIT FEE (EXCLUDING VAT)
Statutory audit (758) (868)
Tax advisory fee (2) (29)
Other assurance services (419)
Total expensed audit fee (1 179) (897)
Cont. note 2 Employee benefits
Note 3 Intangible and tangible assets
NOK thousand
Intangible assets Properties Other tangible assets Total
2023
Cost at 01.01 12 976 10 582 9 084 32 642
Additions 5 029 5 510 59 10 598
Reclass (43) (3 386) (3 429)
Cost at 31.12 17 962 16 092 5 757 39 811
Accumulated depreciation/amortisation at 01.01 (6 384) (4 714) (6 609) (17 706)
Depreciation/amortisation (1 292) (535) (2) (1 828)
Reclass 43 3 386 3 429
Accumulated depreciation/amortisation at 31.12 (7 633) (5 248) (3 224) (16 105)
Carrying amounts at 31.12 10 329 10 844 2 533 23 705
Depreciation/amortisation intangible and tangible assets (1 828)
Depreciation of right-of-use assets (5 207)
Total depreciation 2023 (7 036)
2022
Cost at 01.01 6 383 10 582 9 084 26 050
Additions 6 592 6 592
Reclass
Cost at 31.12 12 976 10 582 9 084 32 642
Accumulated depreciation/amortisation at 01.01 (6 324) (4 290) (6 448) (17 063)
Depreciation/amortisation (59) (423) (160) (643)
Reclass
Accumulated depreciation/amortisation at 31.12 (6 384) (4 714) (6 609) (17 706)
Carrying amounts at 31.12 6 592 5 868 2 475 14 936
Depreciation/amortisation intangible and tangible assets (643)
Depreciation of right-of-use assets (4 354)
Total depreciation 2022 (4 997)
Useful life 3-5 years Up to 25 years 3-10 years
Amortisation/depreciation schedule Linear Linear Linear
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Note 4 Right-of-use assets and lease liabilities
THE LEASE CONTRACTS
The company has leases related to property and land. The main part of the leasing
liability refers to headquarter and parking places. The external lease of headquarter is
subleased to group company. The right-of-use assets relate to internal lease of
the company’s location in Strandveien 20.
Summary of the lease liabilities in the financial statements
NOK thousand
2023
Lease liability 01.01 328 434
Cash payments for the principal portion of the lease liability (49 028)
Interest expense on lease liabilities 12 511
Lease liability 31.12 291 917
2022
Lease liability 01.01 309 495
Cash payments for the principal portion of the lease liability (43 281)
Cash payments for the interest portion of the lease liability (13 646)
Interest expense on lease liabilities 13 646
Additions and remeasurements 62 099
Change in estimates 120
Lease liability 31.12 328 434
All financial lease is leased from external party
Summary of sublease receivable
NOK thousand
2023
Sublease receivable 01.01 278 961
Repayment of sublease receivable (32 708)
Total financial sublease receivable 31.12 246 252
Non current sublease receivable 212 185
Current sublease receivable 34 067
Total financial sublease receivable 31.12 246 252
2022
Sublease receivable 01.01 273 585
New sublease agreements/change of estimates 45 732
Repayment of sublease receivable (40 356)
Total financial sublease receivable 31.12 278 961
Non current sublease receivable 246 252
Current sublease receivable 32 708
Total financial sublease receivable 31.12 278 961
Property including parking places are subleased to the subsidiary WilService AS in 2023 and 2022.
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Summary of right of use assets not subleased to subsidiary
NOK thousand
Note Property
2023
Right-of-use assets at 01.01 62 443
Right-of-use assets cost at 31.12 62 443
Accumulated depreciation at 01.01 (15 548)
Depreciation 3 (5 207)
Accumulated depreciation at 31.12 (20 755)
Carrying amounts 31.12 41 689
2022
Right-of-use assets at 01.01 45 776
Additions and remeasurements 16 368
Change of estimates 300
Right-of-use assets cost at 31.12 62 443
Accumulated depreciation at 01.01 (11 636)
Depreciation 3 (4 354)
Change of estimates 442
Accumulated depreciation at 31.12 (15 548)
Carrying amounts 31.12 46 896
Cont. note 4 Right-of-use assets and lease liabilities
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NOK thousand
2023 2022
Allocation of tax income/(expense) for the year
Payable tax/withholding tax 682 (7 149)
Change in deferred tax (54 771) 81 701
Total tax income/(expense) (54 089) 74 552
Basis for tax computation
Profit before tax 2 337 628 472 394
22% tax (514 278) (103 927)
Tax effect from
Net permanent differences 459 507 138 236
Withholding tax 682 243
Reversal impairment deferred tax asset 40 000
Current year calculated tax income/(expense) (54 089) 74 552
Effective tax rate 2.3% neg.
Deferred tax assets
Tax effect of temporary differences
Fixtures 1 248 1 728
Current assets and liabilities (814) 1 797
Non current liabilities and provisions for liabilities 37 945 31 903
Tax losses carried forward 50 400 106 470
Deferred tax assets 88 778 141 899
Deferred tax assets
Deferred tax asset at 01.01 141 899 61 830
Tax effect of group contribution (45 098) (909)
Charge to equity (tax of OCI) 1 650 (1 633)
Change of deferred tax through income statement (9 673) 42 610
Reversal of impairment of deferred tax asset 40 000
Deferred tax assets at 31.12 88 778 141 899
Note 5 Tax
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Note 6 Investments in subsidiaries and associates
Note 7 Financial assets to fair value
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
Shares in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associated companies are presented
according to the cost method in the parent company. Group contribution received
is included in dividends from subsidiaries. Group contributions and dividends from
subsidiaries are recognised in the parent company the year for which they are
proposed by the subsidiary to the extent the parent company can control the
decision of the subsidiary through its shareholdings on the balance sheet date.
Shares in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates are reviewed for impairment
whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may
exceed the recoverable amount of the investment. An impairment loss is reversed if
the impairment situation is deemed to no longer exist.
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
Management determines the classification of financial assets at their initial recognition, with financial assets held for trading carried at fair value.
NOK thousand
Business office country
Voting share/
ownership share
2023
Book value
2022
Book value
Associate
Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA Lysaker, Norway 37.9% 1 142 694 1 142 694
Subsidiaries
Treasure ASA * Lysaker, Norway 78.7% 1 065 301 1 043 967
Wilhelmsen New Energy AS Lysaker, Norway 100.0% 2 128 714 2 128 714
Wilhelmsen Maritime Services AS Lysaker, Norway 100.0% 1 264 440 1 264 440
WilNor Governmental Services AS ** Lysaker, Norway 51.0% 10 9 499
Wilhelmsen Accounting Services AS *** Lysaker, Norway 0.0% 3 622
Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding Invest Malta Limited **** Valetta, Malta 100.0% 700 000
WilService AS Lysaker, Norway 100.0% 1 550 1 550
Wilh. Wilhelmsen Invest AS Lysaker, Norway 100.0% 26 273 23
Wilhelmsen GRC Sdn Bhd Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 100.0% 8 8
Total investments in subsidiaries and associates 6 328 989 5 594 516
* At 31.12.2023 Treasure ASA had nil own shares (31.12.2022: 2 594 566 own shares)
** Impairment of investment in WilNor Governmental Services AS with NOK 9.489 in 2023
*** Wilhelmsen Accounting Services AS was sold to Wilh. Wilhelmsen Invest AS in 2023
**** Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding Invest Malta Limited was bought from Wilhelmsen New Energy in 2023
NOK thousand
2023 2022
Financial assets to fair value
At 1 January
Acquisition 76 075
Total financial assets to fair value 76 075
Financial assets to fair value
Nordic Corporate Bank ASA 76 075
Total financial assets to fair value 76 075
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Note 8 Current financial investments
Note 9 Restricted bank deposits and undrawn committed drawing rights
NOK thousand
2023 2022
Market value asset management portfolio
Equities 891 565 701 333
Bonds 368 937 323 647
Financial derivatives 3 436 (11)
Total current financial investments 1 263 938 1 024 970
The fair value of all equity securities, bonds and other financial assets is based on their closing prices in an active market.
The net unrealised gain at 31.12 181 006 60 238
The portfolio of financial investments is held as collateral within a securities’ finance facility. See note 13.
NOK thousand
2023 2022
Undrawn committed drawing rights
Undrawn committed drawing rights for 31 December 1 191 266 666 128
Cash and cash equivalents
Banks 636 489 118 308
Total Cash and cash equivalents 636 489 118 308
Restricted bank deposits
Banks 17 304 7 026
Total restricted bank deposits 17 304 7 026
WWH ASA is the owner of the cash pool with the Norweigian subsidiaries as
participants. Bank balances in subsidiaries are presented as intercompany
receivables/payables in the parent financial statements. The cash pool covers
following currencies; NOK, USD, EUR, SEK, GBP, JPY, AUD and DKK.
There are no credit line related to the cash pool. The parent company has a bank
guarantee for the payroll tax. Per 31 December 2023 the guarantee amounted to
NOK 20 million (31 December 2022 NOK 10 million).
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Note 10 Current financial investments
NOK thousand
Note 2023 2022
OTHER CURRENT ASSETS
Cash pool intercompany receivables 15 40 863 33 141
Other current assets 11 014 93 560
Resticted bank deposits 9 17 304 7 026
Total other current assets 69 180 133 727
OTHER CURRENT LIABILITIES
Next year's instalment on interest-bearing debt 13 300 000
Proposed dividend 441 937 267 480
Cash pool intercompany payables 15 167 466 28 512
Other current liabilities 95 809 108 955
Total other current liabilities 705 212 704 947
The fair value of current receivables and payables is virtually the same as the carried amount, since the effect of discounting is insignificant. Lending is at floating rates of interest.
Fair value is virtually identical with the carried amount. See note 14.
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Note 11 Equity
The largest shareholders at 31 December 2023
Shareholders A shares B shares
Total number
of shares
% of total
shares
% of voting
stock
Tallyman AS 20 784 730 2 281 044 23 065 774 51.74% 61.13%
Pareto Aksje Norge Verdipapirfond 1 502 898 725 980 2 228 878 5.00% 4.42%
Verdipapirfondet Nordea Norge Verdi 318 268 1 069 361 1 387 629 3.11% 0.94%
J.P. Morgan SE Nominee 425 784 823 624 1 249 408 2.80% 1.25%
Citibank Europe plc Nominee 460 547 348 865 809 412 1.82% 1.35%
Intertrade Shipping AS 261 000 527 000 788 000 1.77% 0.77%
Citibank Europe plc Nominee 414 438 313 946 728 384 1.63% 1.22%
VJ Invest AS 171 941 532 587 704 528 1.58% 0.51%
Stiftelsen Tom Wilhelmsen 370 400 236 000 606 400 1.36% 1.09%
The Bank Of New York Mellon Nominee 277 836 297 674 575 510 1.29% 0.82%
Forsvarets Personellservice 562 300 562 300 1.26% 1.65%
J.P. Morgan SE Nominee 126 875 415 630 542 505 1.22% 0.37%
Varner Equities AS 108 222 323 520 431 742 0.97% 0.32%
Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA 286 300 100 000 386 300 0.87% 0.84%
Salt Value AS 225 462 143 828 369 290 0.83% 0.66%
MP Pensjon PK 79 965 276 636 356 601 0.80% 0.24%
Clearstream Banking S.A. Nominee 333 701 4 345 338 046 0.76% 0.98%
UBS Europe SE Nominee 319 329 319 329 0.72% 0.94%
Verdipapirfondet Nordea Avkastning 102 359 165 619 267 978 0.60% 0.30%
JPMorgan Chase Bank Nominee 248 356 248 356 0.56% 0.73%
Other 6 619 289 1 994 341 8 613 630 19.32% 19.47%
Total number of shares 34 000 000 10 580 000 44 580 000 100.00% 100.00%
FINANCIAL REPORTING PRINCIPLES
Share capital and own shares
When the parent company purchases its own shares (treasury shares), the
consideration paid, including any attributable transaction costs net of income tax, is
deducted from the equity attributable to the parent company’s shareholders until the
shares are liquidated or sold. Should such shares subsequently be sold or reissued,
any consideration received is included in share capital.
Dividend and group contribution in the parent accounts
Proposed dividend for the parent company’s shareholders is shown in the parent
company account as a liability at 31 December current year. Group contribution to
the parent company is recognised as a financial income and current asset in the
financial statement at 31 December current year.
At 31 December 2023 Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA had 386 300 own shares (corresponding figure at 31 December 2022 was nil own shares).
Shares on foreigners hands
At 31 December 2023, 4 679 625 (13.76%) A shares and 2 860 813 (27.04%) B shares were held by foreign shareholders.
Corresponding figures at 31 December 2022 were 4 737 284 (17.11%) A shares and 2 891 999 (29.39%) B shares.
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Note 12 Pension
Number of people covered by pension schemes at 31.12
Funded Unfunded
2023 2022 2023 2022
In employment 1 1 3 2
On retirement (inclusive disability pensions) 4 4
Total number of people covered by pension schemes 1 1 7 6
Financial assumptions for the pension calculations
Expenses Commitments
2023 2022 31.12.2023 31.12.2022
Discount rate 3.60% 1.80% 3.70% 3.60%
Anticipated pay regulation 3.50% 3.25% 3.50% 3.25%
Anticipated increase in National Insurance base amount (G) 6.50% 3.25% 3.50% 3.25%
Anticipated regulation of pensions 1.70% 1.50% 2.40% 1.50%
NOK thousand
2023 2022
Funded Unfunded Total Funded Unfunded Total
Pension expenses
Service cost (1 995) (825) (2 820) (2 391) (3 919) (6 310)
Net interest cost (358) (1 827) (2 185) (246) (922) (1 168)
Cost of defined contribution plan (7 508) (7 508) (5 098) (5 098)
Net pension expenses (9 861) (2 652) (12 513) (7 735) (4 841) (12 576)
Description of the pension scheme
The company’s defined contribution pension schemes for Norwegian employees
are with financial institute, similar solutions with different investment funds.
The company has “Ekstrapensjon”, a contribution plan for all Norwegian employees
with salaries exceeding 12 times the Norwegian National Insurance base amount (G).
The contribution plan replaced the company obligations mainly financed from
operation. In addition the company has agreements on early retirement. These
obligations are mainly financed from operations. The company has obligation
towards one employee in the company’s senior executive management. The
obligation is mainly covered via group annuity policies in Storebrand.
Pension costs and obligations include payroll taxes. No provision has been made for
payroll tax in pension plans where the plan assets exceed the plan obligations.
The liability recognised in the balance sheet in respect of the remaining defined
benefit pension plans is the present value of the defined benefit obligation at the
end of the reporting period less the fair value of plan assets. The defined benefit
obligations are calculated annually by independent actuaries using the projected
unit credit method. The present value of the defined benefit obligation is determined
by discounting the estimated future cash outflows using interest rates of high-
quality corporate bonds that are denominated in the currency in which the benefits
will be paid, and that have terms to maturity approximating to the terms of the
related pension obligation.
Actuarial gains and losses arising from experience adjustments and changes in
actuarial assumptions are charged or credited to equity in other comprehensive
income in the period in which they arise.
Anticipated pay regulation are business sector specific, influenced by composition
of employees under the plans. Anticipated increase in G is tied up to the anticipated
pay regulations. Anticipated regulation of pensions is determined by the difference
between return on assets and the hurdle rate.
Actuarial assumptions: all calculations are calculated on the basis of the K2013
mortality tariff. The disability tariff is based on the KU table.
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Cont. note 12 Pension
NOK thousand
2023 2022
Remeasurements - Other comprehensive income
Effect of changes in financial assumptions 5 087 (4 962)
Effect of experience adjustments 1 577 (2 195)
(Return) on plan assets (excluding interest income) 837 (297)
Gross remeasurement (gain) loss included in OCI 7 501 (7 454)
Tax effect (1 650) 1 665
Remeasurement (gain) loss recognised in OCI - net of tax 5 851 (5 789)
Pension obligations
Defined benefit obligation at end of prior year 87 100 88 421
Service cost 2 820 6 030
Interest expense 2 971 1 510
Benefit payments from plan (1 738) (1 704)
Effect of changes in financial assumptions 5 087 (4 962)
Effect of experience adjustments 1 577 (2 195)
Pension obligations 31.12 97 817 87 100
Fair value of plan assets
Fair value of plan assets at end of prior year 20 200 18 200
Interest income 786 342
Employer contributions 3 613 1 673
Administrative expenses paid from plan assets (362) (312)
Return on plan assets (excluding interest income) (837) 297
Gross pension assets 31.12 23 400 20 200
Other comprehensive income
Gross pension other comprehensive income 7 501 (7 454)
Tax effect (1 650) 1 640
Net equity effect 5 851 (5 814)
Specification of funded and unfunded obligation
Defined benefit obligation funded 38 601 31 783
Defined benefit obligation unfunded 59 216 55 317
Fair value of plan assets 23 400 20 200
Net liability 74 417 66 900
Premium payments in 2024 are expected to be NOK 11 million (2023: NOK 10 million). Payments from operations are estimated at NOK 1.8 million in 2024 (2023: NOK 1.7 million).
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Note 13 Interest-bearing debt
Note 14 Financial risk
NOK thousand
2023 2022
Interest-bearing debt
Bank loan 300 000
Total interest-bearing debt 0 300 000
Repayment schedule for interest-bearing debt
Due in year 1 300 000
Total interest-bearing debt 0 300 000
Held as collateral within a securities’ finance facility
The portfolio of financial investments 1 260 502 1 024 980
The parent company had in addition undrawn revolving facilities at 31 December
2023. The parent company’s financing arrangement provides for customary
financial covenants related to minimum liquidity, and minimum value adjusted equity
ratio. The company was in compliance with these covenants at 31 December 2023
(analougue for 31 December 2022).
FINANCIAL RISK
See note 14 to the parent accounts and note 18 to the group accounts for further
information on financial risk, and note 17 to the group accounts concerning the fair
value of interest-bearing debt.
CREDIT RISK
Guarantees
The group’s policy is that the parent company will not provide any financial
guarantees.
Cash and bank deposits
The parent’s exposure to credit risk on cash and bank deposits is considered to be
very limited as the parent maintain banking relationships with a selection of banks
with strong credit ratings.
LIQUIDITY RISK
The parent’s approach to managing liquidity is to ensure sufficient liquidity to meet its
liabilities, under both normal and stressed conditions, without incurring unacceptable
losses or risking damage to the parent and group’s reputation.
The parent’s liquidity risk is considered to be low in the sense that it holds significant
liquid assets in addition to undrawn credit facilities.
FAIR VALUE ESTIMATION
The fair value of financial instruments traded in an active market is based on quoted
market prices on the balance sheet date. The fair value of financial instruments not
traded in an active market (over-the-counter contracts) are based on third party quotes.
Specific valuation techniques used to value financial instruments include:
Quoted market prices or dealer quotes for similar instruments.
The fair value of interest rate swaps is calculated as the present value of the
estimated future cash flows based on observable yield curves.
The fair value of interest rate swap option (swaption) contracts is determined using
observable yield curve, volatility and time-to-maturity parameters at the balance
sheet date, resulting in a swaption premium.
The fair value of forward foreign exchange contracts is determined using forward
exchange rates at the balance sheet date, with the resulting value discounted back to
present value.
The fair value of foreign exchange option contracts is determined using observable
forward exchange rates, volatility, yield curves and time-to-maturity parameters at
the balance sheet date, resulting in an option premium.
The carrying value less impairment provision of receivables and payables are assumed
to approximate their fair values. The fair value of financial liabilities for disclosure
purposes is estimated by discounting the future contractual cash flows at the current
market interest rate that is available to the company for similar financial instruments.
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Cont. note 14 Financial risk
NOK thousand
Fair value Carrying amount
2023
Interest-bearing debt
Bank loan
Total interest-bearing debt at 31.12 0 0
2022
Interest-bearing debt
Bank loan 300 000 300 000
Total interest-bearing debt at 31.12 300 000 300 000
The fair value of financial instruments traded in active markets is based on closing
prices at the balance sheet date. A market is regarded as active if quoted prices
are readily and regularly available from an exchange, dealer, broker, industry group,
pricing service, or regulatory agency, and those prices represent actual and regularly
occurring market transactions on an arm’s length basis.
The fair value of financial instruments not traded in an active market is determined
by using valuation techniques. These valuation techniques use observable market
data where available and rely as little as possible on entity specific estimates. These
instruments are included in level 2. Instruments included in level 2 are FX and IR
derivatives.
If one or more of significant valuation inputs is not based on observable market data,
the instruments are included in level 3.
Total financial instruments and short term financial investments
NOK thousand
Note Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total balance
2023
Financial assets to fair value through income statement
– Bonds 368 937 368 937
– Equities 891 565 891 565
– Financial derivatives 3 436 3 436
– Financial assets to fair value 7 76 075 76 075
Total assets 31.12 1 260 502 3 436 76 075 1 340 014
2022
Financial assets to fair value through income statement
– Bonds 323 647 323 647
– Equities 701 333 701 333
– Financial derivatives (11) (11)
Total assets 31.12 1 024 980 (11) 1 024 970
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Financial instruments by category
NOK thousand
Note
Financial assets at
amortised cost
Fair value through
income statement
Total
2023
Assets
Sublease receivable non current 4 212 185 212 185
Other non current assets 41 048 41 048
Financial assets to fair value 7 76 075 76 075
Current financial investments 8 1 260 502 1 260 502
Financial derivatives 8 3 436 3 436
Sublease receivable 4 34 067 34 067
Other current assets 171 287 171 287
Cash and cash equivalent 9 636 489 636 489
Assets at 31.12.2023 1 095 077 1 340 014 2 435 090
Note
Other financial liabilities
at amortised cost
Fair value through
income statement
Total
Liabilities
Property lease liabilities non current 4 253 680 253 680
Current portion of property lease liabilities 4 38 236 38 236
Other current liabilities 10 705 212 705 212
Liabilities 31.12.2023 997 128 997 128
NOK thousand
Note
Financial assets at
amortised cost
Fair value through
income statement
Total
2022
Assets
Sublease receivable non current 4 246 252 246 252
Other non current assets 35 912 35 912
Current financial investments 8 1 024 980 1 024 980
Financial derivatives 8 (11) (11)
Sublease receivable 4 32 708 32 708
Other current assets 137 152 137 152
Cash and cash equivalent 9 118 308 118 308
Assets at 31.12.2022 570 332 1 024 970 1 595 302
Note
Other financial liabilities
at amortised cost
Fair value through
income statement
Total
Liabilities
Property lease liabilities non current 4 291 917 291 917
Current interest-bearing debt 13 300 000 300 000
Current portion of property lease liabilities 4 36 517 36 517
Other current liabilities 10 404 947 404 947
Liabilities 31.12.2022 1 033 380 1 033 380
Cont. note 14 Financial risk
See note 18 to the group financial statement for further information about the group risk factors.
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Note 15 Related party transactions
The ultimate owner of Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA is Tallyman AS, which controls about 60% of voting shares of the group. Tallyman AS is controlled by Thomas Wilhelmsen.
Detailed remuneration discloures are provided in the remunertation report.
WWH ASA delivers services to other group companies, primarily human resources,
communication and treasury (“Shared Services”).
In accordance with service level agreements, WilService AS delivers in-house
services such as canteen, post, switchboard and rent of office facilities, Wilhelmsen
Global Business Services delivers accounting services and IT to WWH. Generally,
Shared Services are priced using a cost plus 5% margin calculation, in accordance
with the principles set out in the OECD Transfer Pricing Guidelines and are delivered
according to agreements that are renewed annually.
Shares owned or controlled by related party of Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA at 31 December 2023
Name A shares B shares
Total number
of shares
% of total
shares
% of voting
stock
Thomas Wilhelmsen - group CEO 20 834 524 2 288 210 23 122 734 51.87% 61.28%
NOK thousand
2023 2022
KEY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL
Short-term employee benefits 23 104 24 086
Key management personnel compensation 23 104 24 086
NOK thousand
Note 2023 2022
OPERATING REVENUE FROM GROUP COMPANIES
WAWI group 3 369 2 815
Maritime Services 10 109 10 120
New Energy 14 189 2 138
Strategic Holdings and Investments 7 888 19 133
Operating revenue from group companies 1 35 555 34 206
OPERATING EXPENSES TO GROUP COMPANIES
Maritime Services (8 456) (3 178)
Strategic Holdings and Investments (5 911) (8 784)
Operating expenses to group companies 1 (14 367) (11 962)
FINANCIAL INCOME FROM GROUP COMPANIES
WAWI group 1 446 039 221 364
Maritime Services 267 508 300 000
New Energy 386 099 7 222
Strategic Holdings and Investments 160 547 175 401
Financial income from group companies 2 260 193 703 987
FINANCIAL EXPENSES TO GROUP COMPANIES
Maritime Services (261) (45)
New Energy (1 466) (105)
Strategic Holdings and Investments (1 295) (5 360)
Financial expenses to group companies (3 022) (5 509)
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Cont. note 15 Related party transactions
NOK thousand
Note 2023 2022
ACCOUNT RECEIVABLES AND ACCOUNT PAYABLES WITH RELATED PARTY
Account receivables
Maritime Services 1 119 4 189
New Energy 542
Strategic Holdings and Investments 186
Account receivables from group companies 1 305 4 731
Account payables
Maritime Services (8) (642)
Strategic Holdings and Investments (111) (722)
Account payables to group companies (118) (1 365)
Cash pool receivables
New Energy 34 033 15 884
Strategic Holdings and Investments 6 830 17 257
Cash pool receivables from group companies 10 48 863 33 141
Cash pool payables
Maritime Services (1 020) (1 572)
New Energy (148 478) (26 579)
Strategic Holdings and Investments (17 969) (361)
Cash pool payables to group companies 10 (169 466) (28 512)
NON CURRENT LOAN TO GROUP COMPANIES
Strategic Holdings and Investments 41 048 35 912
Non current loan to group companies 41 048 35 912
CURRENT LOAN TO GROUP COMPANIES
New Energy 100 996 26 281
Current loan to group companies 100 996 26 281
NON CURRENT SUBLEASE TO GROUP COMPANIES
Strategic Holdings and Investments - Wilservice AS 212 185 246 252
Non current sublease to group companies 4 212 185 246 252
CURRENT SUBLEASE TO GROUP COMPANIES
Strategic Holdings and Investments - Wilservice AS 34 067 32 708
Current sublease to group companies 4 34 067 32 708
Note 16 Events after the balance sheet date
No material events occurred between the balance sheet date and the date when the accounts were presented which provide new information about conditions prevailing on
the balance sheet date.
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Partnerships
Since 1861, Wilhelmsen’s
strong partnerships have been
key to performance, growth,
and new markets. Close and
trusted partners are the reason
Wilhelmsen continues to shape
the maritime industry.
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Auditor’s Report
To the General Meeting of Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA
Independent Auditor’s Report
Report on the Audit of the Financial Statements
Opinion
We have audited the financial statements of Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA, which comprise:
● the financial statements of the parent company Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA (the Company),
which comprise the balance sheet as at 31 December 2023, the income statement, comprehensive
income, equity and cash flow statement for the year then ended, and notes to the fin
ancial
statements, including a summary of significant accounting policies, and
● the consolidated financial statements of Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA and its subsidiaries (the
Group), which comprise the balance sheet as at 31 December 2023, the income statement,
comprehensive income, equity and cash flow statement for the year then ended, and notes to the
financial statements, including material accounting policy information.
In our opinion
● the financial state
ments comply with applicable statutory requirements,
● the financial statements give a true and fair view of the financial position of the Company as at 31
December 2023, and its financial performance and its cash flows for the year then ended in
accordance with simplified application of international accounting standards according to section
3-9 of the Norwegian Accounting Act, and
● the consolidated financial statements give a true and fair view of the financial posi
tion of the Group
as at 31 December 2023, and its financial performance and its cash flows for the year then ended
in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards as adopted by the EU.
Our opinion is consistent with our additional report to the Audit Committee.
Basis for Opinion
We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISAs). Our responsibilities
under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audi
t of the Financial
Statements section of our report. We are independent of the Company and the Group as required by
relevant laws and regulations in Norway and the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants’
International Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (including International Independence Standards)
(IESBA Code), and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these
requirements. We believe that the audit evide
nce we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a
basis for our opinion.
To the best of our knowledge and belief, no prohibited non-audit services referred to in the Audit Regulation
(537/2014) Article 5.1 have been provided.
We have been the auditor of the Company for 14 years from the election by the general meeting of the
shareholders on 25 February 2010 for the accounting year 2010.
Key Audit Matters
Key audit matters are those matters that, in our profession
al judgment, were of most significance in our
audit of the financial statements of the current period. These matters were addressed in the context of our
audit of the financial statements as a whole, and in forming our opinion thereon, and we do not provide a
separate opinion on these matters.
The Group’s business activities are largely unchanged compared to last year. We have not identified
regulatory changes, transactions or other event that qualified as new Key Audit Mat
ters for our audit of the
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Auditor’s Report
2023 financial statements. Furthermore, Revenue from contracts with customers has the same
characteristics and risks as in the prior year, and therefore continues to be an area of focus this year.
Key Audit Matters
How our audit addressed the Key Audit Matter
Revenue from contracts with customers
R
evenue from contracts with customers in the
M
aritime Services and New Energy segments was
U
SD 733 million and USD 290 million respectively
f
or the year ended 31 December 2023.
W
e have focused on revenue from contracts with
c
ustomers because of the significant amounts
i
nvolved, and because of the inherent risk of
e
rrors when a business handles multiple revenue
s
treams that consist of large numbers of
t
ransactions that add up to material amounts.
F
urther, the inherent risk of errors increases from
t
he complexity that sometimes accompanies the
r
equired application of management
j
udgment, particularly in determining the
t
ransaction price and deciding when
p
erformance obligations are satisfied.
W
e refer to note 3 Revenue from contracts with
c
ustomers, where management explains the
v
arious revenue streams and how they are
a
ccounted for under IFRS 15 - Revenue from
c
ontracts with customers and IFRS 16 -
L
eases. Here, management also explains
t
he different performance obligations, measuremen
t
o
f the transaction price and whether income should
b
e recognized net or gross.
W
e obtained and studied management’s
a
ccounting policy to assess it against relevant
I
FRSs. We discussed with management how the
s
pecific requirements of the standards, in particular
I
FRS 15 – Revenue from contracts with customers,
w
ere met. We found that we were able to agree
w
ith management about their accounting policies
a
nd that their assessments were reasonable.
T
o assess the accuracy of recorded revenues, we
t
ested, on a sample basis, each revenue stream
t
owards information such as contract terms,
i
nvoices, and bank payments. We found that the
r
evenue was recorded accurate and in accordance
w
ith underlying documentation.
F
urther, to assess the determined transaction
p
rices, we obtained an understanding of the price
f
or services and products, including discounts and
c
ustomer bonus through interviews with
m
anagement, walkthroughs, and review of process
d
escriptions. In addition, we obtained and read a
s
election of customer contracts to
u
nderstand whether the determined prices were in
a
ccordance with the contract terms. We found no
s
ignificant deviations in management's
a
ssessments.
T
hrough interviews with management and review o
f
a
selection of sales documentation, such as
c
ustomer contracts and invoices, we obtained an
u
nderstanding of assumptions applied by
m
anagement in deciding when performance
o
bligations were satisfied. We found that
m
anagement’s assumptions were reasonable.
W
e compared the related disclosures in note 3 to
t
he financial statements for the Group to the
r
equirements of the applicable financial reporting
f
ramework, IFRS. We found that the disclosure
a
ppropriately explained the revenue from contracts
w
ith customers and lease revenue.
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Other Information
The Board of Directors and the Managing Director (management) are responsible for the information in the
Board of Directors’ report and the other information accompanying the financial statements. The other
information comprises information in the annual report, but does not include the financial statements and
our auditor’s report thereon. Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the information in the
Board of Directors’ report n
or the other information accompanying the financial statements.
In connection with our audit of the financial statements, our responsibility is to read the Board of Directors’
report and the other information accompanying the financial statements. The purpose is to consider if there
is material inconsistency between the Board of Directors’ report and the other information accompanying
the financial statements and the financial statements or our knowledge obtaine
d in the audit, or whether the
Board of Directors’ report and the other information accompanying the financial statements otherwise
appears to be materially misstated. We are required to report if there is a material misstatement in the
Board of Directors’ report or the other information accompanying the financial statements. We have nothing
to report in this regard.
Based on our knowledge obtained in the audit, it is our opinion that the Board of Directors’ report
● is con
sistent with the financial statements and
● contains the information required by applicable statutory requirements.
Our opinion on the Board of Director’s report applies correspondingly to the statements on Corporate
Governance and Corporate Social Responsibility.
Responsibilities of Management for the Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation of financial statements of the Company that give a true and
fair view in accordance with simp
lified application of international accounting standards according to the
Norwegian Accounting Act section 3-9, and for the preparation of the consolidated financial statements of
the Group that give a true and fair view in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards as adopted by the
EU. Management is responsible for such internal control as management determines is necessary to enable
the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement
, whether due to fraud or
error.
In preparing the financial statements, management is responsible for assessing the Company’s and the
Group’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern
and using the going concern basis of accounting unless management either intends to liquidate the Group
or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so.
Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial
Statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are
free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes
our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit
conducted in accordance with ISAs will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements
can arise from fraud or error and are cons
idered material if, individually or in aggregate, they could
reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial
statements.
As part of an audit in accordance with ISAs, we exercise professional judgment and maintain professional
scepticism throughout the audit. We also:
● identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to
fraud or error. We design and perform audit pr
ocedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit
evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not
detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as
fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of
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internal control.
● obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures
that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the
effectiveness of the Company's and the Group's internal control.
● evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting
estimates and related disclosures made by management.
● conclude on the appropriateness
of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting
and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events
or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Company's and the Group's ability to continue
as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw
attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the financial statements or, if such
disclosures are inade
quate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit
evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor's report. However, future events or conditions may
cause the Company and the Group to cease to continue as a going concern.
● evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the financial statements, including the
disclosures, and whether the financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events
in a manner that achieves a true
and fair view.
● obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the entities or
business activities within the Group to express an opinion on the consolidated financial statements.
We are responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the group audit. We remain
solely responsible for our audit opinion.
We communicate with the Board of Directors regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing
of the aud
it and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we
identify during our audit.
We also provide the Audit Committee with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical
requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other matters
that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable, actions taken to
eliminate threats or safeguards applied.
From the matters communicated with the Board of Directors, we determine those matters that were of most
significance in the audit of the financial statements of the current period and are therefore the key audit
matters. We describe these matters in our auditor’s report unless law or regulation precludes public
disclosure about the matter or when, in extremely rare circumstances, we determine that a matter should
not be communicated in our report because the adverse cons
equences of doing so would reasonably be
expected to outweigh the public interest benefits of such communication.
Report on Other Legal and Regulatory Requirements
Report on Compliance with Requirement on European Single Electronic Format (ESEF)
Opinion
As part of the audit of the financial statements of Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA, we have performed an
assurance engagement to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements included in
the ann
ual report, with the file name Wilhelmsen Holding-2023-12-31-en, have been prepared, in all
material respects, in compliance with the requirements of the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU)
2019/815 on the European Single Electronic Format (ESEF Regulation) and regulation pursuant to Section
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5-5 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act, which includes requirements related to the preparation of the
annual report in XHTML format, and iXBRL tagging of the consolidated financial statements.
In our opinion, the financial statements, included in the annual report, have been prepared, in all material
respects, in compliance with the ESEF regulation.
Management’s Responsibilities
Management is responsible for the preparation of the annual report in complianc
e with the ESEF regulation.
This responsibility comprises an adequate process and such internal control as management determines is
necessary.
Auditor’s Responsibilities
For a description of the auditor’s responsibilities when performing an assurance engagement of the ESEF
reporting, see: https://revisorforeningen.no/revisjonsberetninger
Oslo, 20 March 2024
PricewaterhouseCoopers AS
Thomas Fraurud
State Authorised Public Accountant
(This document i
s signed electronically)
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Responsibility statement
We confirm, to the best of our knowledge, that the condensed set of financial
statements for the period 1 January to 31 December 2023 have been prepared in
accordance with current applicable accounting standards and give a true and fair
view of the group assets, liabilities, financial position and profit for the entity and the
group taken as a whole.
We also confirm, that the Board of Directors’ Report includes a true and fair review of
the development and performance of the business and the position of the entity and
the group, together with a description of the principal risks and uncertainties facing
the entity and the group.
Lysaker, 20 March 2024
The board of directors of Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA
Electronically signed
Carl E Steen (chair)
Trond Westlie
Morten Borge
Rebekka Glasser Herlofsen
Ulrika Laurin
Thomas Wilhelmsen (group CEO)
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Corporate
structure
Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding group main structure Page 104
Strategic Holdings and Investments segment Page 105
Maritime Services segment Page 106
New Energy segment Page 114
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Governance
Wilhelmsen has strong corporate
governance practices. The well-
defined governance structure and
clear policies and procedures that
are crafted from long-term strategies,
ensure ethical and transparent
operations, and create a robust
governing structure for long-term
resilience.
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At 31 December 2023
Corporate structure
WWH group
Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA, Norway
Wallenius Wilhelmsen ASA,
Norway 37.87%
Treasure ASA,
Norway 78.68%
Wilhelmsen Maritime Services AS,
Norway
Wilhelmsen New Energy AS,
Norway
Maritime Services Segment New Energy Segment
For group company list sorted by segment and business area see below list
Group management team
Bjørge Grimholt
(Executive vice president Maritime Services)
Jan Eyvin Wang
(Executive vice president New Energy)
Thomas Wilhelmsen
(group CEO)
Christian Berg
(group CFO)
Benedicte Teigen Gude
(Chief of Staff)
Unless otherwise stated, the company is wholly-owned.
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Strategic Holdings and Investments segment
Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA, Norway
Wallenius
Wilhelmsen ASA
37.87%
Treasure ASA
78.68%
Den Norske
Amerikalinje AS
Hyundai Glovis Ltd
Republic of Korea
11.00%
WilNor Governmental
Services AS
100% *)
Olavsvern Group AS
66%
Wilh. Wilhelmsen
Invest AS
Wilh. Wilhelmsen
Holding Invest
Malta Ltd
Wilhelmsen
GRC Sdn.Bhd.
Malaysia
WilService AS
Wilhelmsen Invest
Infrastructure AS
Unless otherwise stated, the company is wholly-owned.
*) 51% owned by Wilh Wilhelmsen Holding ASA and 49% of the shares are owned by NorSea Group
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Maritime Services
Wilhelmsen Maritime Services AS, Norway
Maritime Services
Company name Country Ownership %
Wilhelmsen Maritime Services
Wilhelmsen Global Business Services Sdn. Bhd. Malaysia 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Insurance Services AS Norway 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Maritime Services AS Norway 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Chemicals AS Norway 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Global Business Services AS Norway 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Maritime Services Invest AS Norway 100.00%
C-Loop AS Norway 100.00%
Consigli Portuali AS Norway 100.00%
WavesApp AS Norway 100.00%
Ceataec AS Norway 100.00%
Marine Supply System AS Norway 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Business Service Center Sp z o.o. Poland 100.00%
Denholm Port Services Limited United Kingdom 40.00%
Wilhelmsen Ship
Management
Wilhelmsen Ship
Management
Holding AS, Norway
Wilhelmsen Ships Service
Wilhelmsen Ships
Service AS,
Norway
Wilhelmsen Port Services
Wilhelmsen Port
Services AS,
Norway
Wilhelmsen Global
Business Services
Wilhelmsen Global
Business Services AS,
Norway
For group company list sorted by segment and business area see below list.
Wilhelmsen
Chemicals AS,
Norway
Wilhelmsen Insurance
Services AS, Norway
Denholm Port
Services Ltd
40%, UK
Unless otherwise stated, the company is wholly-owned.
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Cont. Maritime Services
Company name Country Ownership %
Wilhelmsen Ship Management
Wilhelmsen Ship Management Serviços Marítimos do Brasil Ltda. Brazil 100%
Wilhelmsen Marine Personnel d.o.o. Croatia 100%
Diana Wilhelmsen Management Limited Cyprus 50%
Barber Ship Management Germany GmbH & Co. KG Germany 80%
Verwaltung Wilhelmsen Ahrenkiel GmbH Germany 100%
Wilhelmsen Ahrenkiel Ship Management GmbH & Co. KG Germany 50%
Wilhelmsen Marine Personnel Germany GmbH & Co. KG Germany 100%
Wilhelmsen Marine Personnel Germany Verwaltungs GmbH Germany 100%
Barklav (Hong Kong) Limited Hong Kong 50%
BWW LPG Limited Hong Kong 49%
Wilhelmsen Marine Personnel (Hong Kong) Limited Hong Kong 100%
Wilhelmsen Ship Management Limited Hong Kong 100%
WSM Global Services Limited Hong Kong 100%
Wilhelmsen Marine Personnel D.O.O. Hungary 100%
Wilhelmsen Ship Management (India) Private Limited India 100%
Wilhelmsen Ship Management Korea Ltd Korea, Republic of 100%
Wilhelmsen Ship Management Sdn Bhd Malaysia 100%
RightProc Sdn. Bhd. Malaysia 100%
Wilhelmsen Ahrenkiel Ship Management B.V Netherlands 50%
Wilhelmsen Marine Personnel (Norway) AS Norway 100%
Wilhelmsen Ship Management (Norway) AS Norway 100%
Wilhelmsen Ship Management Holding AS Norway 100%
WSM Invest AS Norway 100%
Hecla Emissions Management AS Norway 50%
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Cont. Maritime Services
Company name Country Ownership %
Wilhelmsen Ship Management
OOPS (Panama) S.A Panama 100%
Wilhelmsen-Smith Bell Manning, Inc Philippines 25%
*
Wilhelmsen Marine Personnel Sp. z o.o. Poland 100%
Barklav S.R.L. Romania 50%
Wilhelmsen Ship Management Singapore Pte Ltd. Singapore 100%
RightProc Pte.Ltd Singapore 100%
Wilhelmsen Ship Management Denizcilik Ve Ticaret Anonim Sirketi Turkey 100%
Wilhelmsen Marine Personnel (Ukraine) Ltd Ukraine 100%
Wilhelmsen Ship Management (USA), Inc. United States 100%
Wilhelmsen Port Services
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Algeria S.P.A. Algeria 49.00%
*
Cargomax Pty Ltd Australia 100.00%
Hunter Marine Holdings Pty Ltd Australia 80.00%
Hunter Marine Surveyors Pty Ltd Australia 80.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services (Australia) Pty Ltd Australia 100.00%
WLB Shipping Pty. Ltd. Australia 100.00%
WWHI Property Australia Pty Ltd Australia 100.00%
Almoayed Wilhelmsen (Ltd) W.L.L Bahrain 40.00%
*
Wilhelmsen Port Services Antwerp N.V. Belgium 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Belgium N.V Belgium 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Brasil Ltda Brazil 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Bulgaria Ltd Bulgaria 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Huayang Ships Service (Beijing) Co., Ltd. China 50.00%
Wilhelmsen Huayang Ships Service (Shanghai) Co. Ltd. China 49.00%
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Cont. Maritime Services
Company name Country Ownership %
Wilhelmsen Port Services
Barwil Arabia Shipping Agencies SAE Egypt 50.00%
*
Barwil Egytrans Shipping Agencies S.A.E. Egypt 49.00%
*
Scan Arabia Shipping Agencies S.A.E. Egypt 49.00%
Auxiliaire Maritime SAS France 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Marine Products France SAS France 100.00%
Tbilisi Dry Port LLC Georgia 55.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Georgia Ltd Georgia 50.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Germany GmbH Germany 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Hamburg GmbH Germany 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Service (Gibraltar) Limited Gibraltar 100.00%
Wiltrans (Gibraltar) Limited Gibraltar 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Service (Gibraltar) Limited Greece 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services (Hong Kong) Limited Hong Kong 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services India Private Limited India 100.00%
Barwil For Maritime Services Co. Ltd. Iraq 100.00%
Iraqi-Norwegian Co For Marine Navigation & Maritime Services Ltd Iraq 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Japan Co., Ltd. Japan 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services (Japan) Pte. Ltd. - Japan Branch Japan 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Ltd. (Kenya) Kenya 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Hyopwoon Port Services Ltd Korea, Republic of 50.00%
Alghanim Wilhelmsen Shipping Co.W.L.L Kuwait 49.00%
Wilhelmsen Freight & Logistics Sdn Bhd Malaysia 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Malaysia Sdn Bhd Malaysia 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Holdings Sdn. Bhd. Malaysia 100.00%
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Cont. Maritime Services
Company name Country Ownership %
Wilhelmsen Port Services
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Malta Limited Malta 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service (Mozambique), Limitada Mozambique 100.00%
Diize B.V. Netherlands 50.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Holding B.V. Netherlands 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Rotterdam B.V. Netherlands 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Terneuzen B.V. Netherlands 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Amsterdam B.V. Netherlands 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Limited New Zealand 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services AS Norway 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Norway AS Norway 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Towell Co. L.L.C. Oman 60.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services, S.A. Panama 100.00%
Intertransport Air Logistics, S.A. Panama 100.00%
Lowill S.A. Panama 100.00%
Scan Cargo Services S.A. Panama 100.00%
Transcanal Agency, S.A. Panama 100.00%
Wilhelmsen-Smith Bell (Subic), Inc. Philippines 50.00%
Wilhelmsen-Smith Bell Shipping, Inc. Philippines 40.00%
*
Wilhelmsen Port Services Sp. z o.o. Poland 100.00%
Argomar - Navegacao e Transportes, S.A. Portugal 100.00%
Perez Torres Portugal Lda Portugal 50.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Portugal S.A. Portugal 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service QFZ LLC Qatar 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Qatar Ltd. Qatar 0.00%
*
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Cont. Maritime Services
Company name Country Ownership %
Wilhelmsen Port Services
Wilhelmsen Port Services Romania S.R.L. Romania 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service OOO Russian Federation 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services (S) Pte. Ltd. Singapore 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Global Pte. Ltd. Singapore 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services (Japan) Pte. Ltd. Singapore 100.00%
Barwil (South Africa) Pty Ltd South Africa 100.00%
Krew-Barwil (Pty) Ltd. South Africa 49.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services South Africa (Pty) Ltd South Africa 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Spain S.L Spain 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Service Canarias SA Spain 100.00%
Ocean Shipping Co. Ltd Sudan 0.00%
*
Wilhelmsen Port Services Sweden AB Sweden 50.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services (Taiwan) Inc. Taiwan (Province of China) 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Limited [Tanzania] Tanzania, United Republic of 49.00%
*
Wilhelmsen Port Services (Thailand) Ltd. Thailand 49.00%
*
Wilhelmsen Denizcilik Hizmetleri Ltd. Sti Turkey 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Ukraine Ltd. Ukraine 100.00%
Triangle Shipping Agencies LLC United Arab Emirates 49.00%
*
Wilhelmsen Marine Products LLC -Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates 49.00%
*
Wilhelmsen Port Services LLC United Arab Emirates 50.00%
*
Wilhelmsen Port Services LLC - Fujairah United Arab Emirates 42.50%
Wilhelmsen W P S Dubai Port Services LLC United Arab Emirates 49.00%
*
Barwil Abu Dhabi Ruweis L.L.C. United Arab Emirates 0.00%
*
Wilhelmsen Port Services, Inc. United States 100.00%
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Cont. Maritime Services
Company name Country Ownership %
Wilhelmsen Port Services
Wilhelmsen Sunnytrans Co., Ltd Vietnam 49.00%
International Shipping Co. Ltd. Yemen 0.00%
*
Wilhelmsen Ships Service
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Argentina S.A. Argentina 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Port Services Belgium N.V Belgium 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service do Brasil Ltda. Brazil 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Bulgaria Ltd Bulgaria 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Inc. (Canada) Canada 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service (Chile) S.p.A. Chile 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Co., Ltd. (China) China 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Cyprus Ltd Cyprus 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service A/S Denmark 100.00%
ShipDan ApS Denmark 100.00%
Navadan A/S Denmark 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service LLC - Free Zone Egypt 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Oy Ab Finland 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Marine Products France SAS France 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service GmbH Germany 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Hellas S.A. Greece 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Marine Products India Private Limited India 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service S.p.A. Italy 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Co. Ltd (Japan) Japan 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Co., Ltd (S.Korea) Korea, Republic of 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Trading Sdn. Bhd. Malaysia 100.00%
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Cont. Maritime Services
Company name Country Ownership %
Wilhelmsen Ships Service
Unitor De Mexico, S.A. de C.V. Mexico 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service B.V. Netherlands 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Marine Products Contracting AS Norway 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service AS Norway 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service, S.A. Panama 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Philippines Inc. Philippines 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Polska Sp. z o.o. Poland 100.00%
Havtec Pte. Ltd. Singapore 100.00%
Unitor Cylinder Pte. Ltd. Singapore 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service (S) Pte. Ltd. Singapore 100.00%
Timm Slovakia s.r.o Slovakia 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Spain S.A. Spain 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service AB Sweden 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Lojistik Hizmetleri Ticaret Ltd. Sti Turkey 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service (L.L.C.) United Arab Emirates 49.00%
*
Wilhelmsen Ships Service AS - Dubai Branch United Arab Emirates 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Marine Products LLC – Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates 49.00%
*
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Limited (UK) United Kingdom 100.00%
Unitor Holding Inc. United States 100.00%
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Inc. (USA) United States 100.00%
* additional profit share agreement
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New Energy
Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA, Norway
Wilhelmsen New Energy AS
NorSea Wind Holding AS*
RaaLabs AS
75.1%
Topeka Nattruten AS
Topeka Hagland Greenbulk AS
50%
Topeka MPC Maritime AS
50%
Massterly AS
50%
Nordlys Studio AS
45.98%
Loke Marine Minerals AS
15%
Ivaldi Group Inc
10%
Reach Subsea ASA
19.18%
Edda Wind ASA
25.38%
NorSea Group AS
98.96%
Topeka Holding AS
For group company list sorted by segment and business area see below list
*NorSea Wind Holding AS is owned 50% by Wilhelmsen Ship Management Holding AS and NorSea Group.
New Energy
Company name Country Ownership %
Norsea Group (Australia) Pty Ltd Australia 100.00%
Norsea Denmark A/S Denmark 100.00%
NorSea Denmark Property A/S Denmark 100.00%
Norsea Wind A/S Denmark 100.00%
NSG Wind A/S Denmark 100.00%
Norsea Wind GmBH Germany 100.00%
Norsea Wind BV Netherlands 100.00%
Energy Innovation Holding AS Norway 50.00%
Hammerfest Næringsinvest AS Norway 32.26%
Key figures │ Content │ Group CEO’s statement │ Directors’ report │ Accounts and notes – group │ Accounts and notes – parent company │ CORPORATE STRUCTURE
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New Energy
Company name Country Ownership %
Maritime Waste Management AS Norway 100.00%
Orvikan Eiendom AS Norway 100.00%
Polarbase Eiendom AS Norway 97.97%
Strandparken Holding AS Norway 50.00%
Tangen 7 AS Norway 100.00%
Tangen 7 Eiendom AS Norway 100.00%
Tangen 7 Invest AS Norway 100.00%
Elevon AS Norway 50.00%
KONCIV AS Norway 43.10%
Norsea Impact AS Norway 100.00%
Nsg Maritime AS Norway 85.00%
Ventyr Energy AS Norway 50.00%
Westport AS Norway 66.67%
Westport Bergen AS Norway 100.00%
Windworks Jelsa AS Norway 38.52%
Norsea Logistics AS Norway 100.00%
Norsea Norbase AS Norway 78.95%
Norsea Polarbase AS Norway 95.14%
OS Expressene AS Norway 100.00%
Polar Algae AS Norway 60.02%
Polar Lift AS Norway 50.00%
Averoy Eiendom AS Norway 100.00%
Dusavik Utvikling AS Norway 93.50%
Eldøyane Holding AS Norway 50.00%
Eldøyane Næringspark AS Norway 50.00%
Key figures │ Content │ Group CEO’s statement │ Directors’ report │ Accounts and notes – group │ Accounts and notes – parent company │ CORPORATE STRUCTURE
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Cont. New Energy
Company name Country Ownership %
K2 Stavanger AS Norway 13.45%
Love Miljøbase AS Norway 33.33%
Norsea Eiendom Dusavik AS Norway 100.00%
Norsea Eiendom Tananger AS Norway 100.00%
Norsea Property AS Norway 100.00%
Norsea Tananger 107 AS Norway 100.00%
Risavika Eiendom AS Norway 42.00%
Risavika Havnering 14 AS Norway 100.00%
RTN AS Norway 50.00%
Sørsea AS Norway 50.00%
Tananger Eiendom AS Norway 100.00%
Vestbase Eiendom AS Norway 100.00%
Vikan Næringspark Invest AS Norway 100.00%
CCB Energy Holding AS Norway 50.00%
CCB Holding AS Norway 50.00%
CCB Subsea AS Norway 68.00%
Coast Center Base AS Norway 50.00%
KS Coast Center Base Norway 49.75%
Logiteam AS Norway 68.00%
Norsea Industrial Holdings AS Norway 100.00%
Narvikeiendommen AS Norway 100.00%
Nordlys Studio AS Norway 45.98%
Edda Wind ASA Norway 25.38%
Massterly AS Norway 50.00%
Norsea Group AS Norway 98.96%
Key figures │ Content │ Group CEO’s statement │ Directors’ report │ Accounts and notes – group │ Accounts and notes – parent company │ CORPORATE STRUCTURE
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Cont. New Energy
Company name Country Ownership %
RAA Investment AS Norway 69.87%
Raa Labs AS Norway 75.1%
Reach Subsea ASA Norway 19.18%
Topeka Holding AS Norway 100.00%
Topeka MPC Maritime AS Norway 50.00%
Topeka Hagland Greenbulk AS Norway 50.00%
Topeka Nattruten AS Norway 100.00%
Wilhelmsen New Energy AS Norway 100.00%
Norsea Offshore Wind I AS Norway 100.00%
Norsea Offshore Wind II AS Norway 100.00%
Norsea Wind Holding AS Norway 100.00%
AQ-Utvikling AS Norway 50.00%
Blåse Energy AS Norway 100.00%
Finnstadjordet 12 AS Norway 100.00%
Elevon AB Sweden 50.00%
Norsea 123 Limited United Kingdom 100.00%
Norsea UK Ltd United Kingdom 100.00%
Norsea Wind Limited United Kingdom 100.00%
Key figures │ Content │ Group CEO’s statement │ Directors’ report │ Accounts and notes – group │ Accounts and notes – parent company │ CORPORATE STRUCTURE
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