About us - DFDS Group

European shipping and logistics solutions since 1866. Find information about the DFDS Group, its mission and strategy, financial performance, company structure, management, governance, policies and history.

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DFDS strives for continuous improvement of our customer services and operational efficiency, development of our digital capabilities, and leveraging the strength of our European platform through acquisition.

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In 2018, DFDS increased revenue to nearly 16 billion DKK, for an increase of 9.9%.

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DFDS has a two-tier management structure with an independent Board of Directors.

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DFDS' business structure comprises of two divisions and two corporate service functions.

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Our policies for corporate governance, diversity and remuneration are continuously evaluated with due consideration to current legislation, practice and recommendations.

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Our story begins in 1866, when C.F. Tietgen merged four Danish steamship companies of the day. Since then, DFDS has developed into a major European shipping and logistics company.

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DFDS aspires to act responsibly when we carry passangers and freight on our ships and provide transport and logistics solutions to manufacturers.

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