Our stories

Meet the people behind Damen

They’re the heart of everything we do. Curious minds, passionate builders, and forward-thinkers who create a real impact every day. Every ship we build tells a story of teamwork, growth, and bold ideas. Want to know what it’s really like to work at Damen? Dive into our employee stories and feel the energy, fun, and pride that make our company special.

Johan Mannak | Project Manager

Seljan Abbas | Digital Strategy Analyst

Bastiaan Vink | Product Group Manager

Testimonials

What I love about Ship Repair is that no two days are the same,” says Wesley. “Some projects last a single day, others take up to a year and a half. It keeps things dynamic.

Wesley de Marco

Project Manager – Damen Ship Repair Vlissingen
I enjoy the pressure, the logistics, and the people. It’s like Tetris with steel and schedules,” he says. “The best part? When everything works and the customer says they’ll come back.

Laurent Salou

Project Manager – Damen Ship Repair Brest
You get the space to solve problems in your own way. You lead, but you also listen. Collaboration is everything.

Koert van Houwelingen

Project Manager – Newbuild Specials
From junior engineer to leading full newbuilds—Damen gave me the trust and space to grow. Every project is a puzzle, and solving it with a great team? That’s what drives me.

Wesley Biesheuvel

Project Manager – Newbuild

See what we’re working on

At Damen, innovation, sustainability, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do. Do you want to learn more about what we do at Damen? Visit our Insights Center for articles about the projects we’re working on and the ideas we’re exploring. From new projects to smart innovations, it’s a great way to see how we work.

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