Wallenius Wilhelmsen continued firm performance in 2025
Wallenius Wilhelmsen closes another solid year with an adjusted EBITDA of USD 1.8bn and net profit of USD 1.1bn. "I am very proud of how our team delivered in 2025, securing a strong financial result with a total dividend of USD 2.11 per share, significantly extending our book of business, and ensuring safe and resilient operations,” says Lasse Kristoffersen, President and CEO of Wallenius Wilhelmsen.
Adjusted EBITDA for 2025 totaled USD 1,811m, down from USD 1,901m in 2024. Net profit for 2025 was USD 1,104m, up from USD 1,065m in 2024.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen closes Q4 with an adjusted EBITDA of USD 400m, softer than the previous quarter. This is due to trade mix and extraordinary one-off costs.
The underlying momentum remains strong with high demand out of Asia. Hence, we maintain our financial outlook for 2026President and CEO of Wallenius Wilhelmsen
For the second half of 2025, Wallenius Wilhelmsen will pay a dividend of USD 1.01 per share. This results in a total dividend payout for 2025 of USD 2.11, well above the target range of 30-50% of net profit as it included extraordinary payments for both 1H and 2H.
Future-proofing the company
“We have used the last years to build the company stronger and better financially, commercially and operationally. This includes a significant expansion of our book of business, enhancing our fleet by replacing older tonnage, and strengthening customer partnerships through expanded service scope and longer contract durations. Wallenius Wilhelmsen is very well positioned for the years to come,” says Kristoffersen.
Q4 and full-year highlights:
- Adjusted EBITDA for 2025 ended at USD 1,811m (down 4.7% YoY)
- Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 2025 ended at USD 400m (down 16% QoQ)
- Resolved to pay a dividend of USD 1.01 per share for H2 25, based on 50% of the net profit combined with an extraordinary dividend of USD 200m following the strong liquidity position
- Continued strong demand for shipping ex-Asia absorbing fleet capacity growth in 2025
- Secured USD 1bn in contract renewals, extensions and new business in the quarter
- Maintained previous outlook for 2026 with adjusted EBITDA of USD 1.65bn - 1.75bn
For further information, please contact:
Idha Toft Valeur – External Communication Specialist
Tel: +47 406 05 210
Email: idha.valeur@walwil.com
