Your trust moves us

About ForestWave

ForestWave is your full-service maritime and offshore logistics provider.  As a member of Spliethoff Group we place the utmost importance on fulfilling our promises and providing trust: our commitment is as strong as our word. Your expectations steer our course.

  • People first: prioritizing needs, wellbeing, and satisfaction
  • Drive: committed to excellence and growth
  • Can do: proactive, adaptable and solution-oriented mindset
  • Courage: bold, innovative and embracing change
29 Vessels
10YR Average Age Fleet
1,700 Portcalls P/Year
10 M Tons Cargo Volume P/Year

We put our people first

It's not only about cargo - it's also about your success

We offer a comprehensive range of products and services, designing every aspect of our company to increase your success. We are your partner in chartering and ship management, as well as project development, operations services and the sale and purchase of vessels.

Our dedication to excellence is at the core of our entire company. We are continually seeking creative and innovative technical solutions for our vessels, making them safer, more cost efficient or eco-friendly. Because by improving our business, we elevate yours. One shipment at a time.

Member of Spliethoff Group

ForestWave is proud to be a member of Spliethoff Group, a global leader in maritime transportation. This strategic alliance, formed in 2024, combines ForestWave’s expertise in specialized cargo handling with Spliethoff’s extensive resources and worldwide network. As majority shareholder, Spliethoff enhances our capabilities while allowing us to maintain our unique identity and customer-focused approach.

This alliance unlocks new opportunities, enabling us to serve you even better. Both Spliethoff and ForestWave can now utilize the tonnage of our combined fleet when serving clients, offering greater flexibility and efficiency.

Our history

2003

ForestWave begins as Gerrit Diepeveen and Sam Gombra order two multi-purpose vessels. Gerrit sadly passes away in 2006.

2010

Gerrit’s son Fred Diepeveen joins the company, marking the start of our commercial activities.

2011

We initiate a joint venture with Schulte & Bruns, a distinguished and long-established shipping company in Germany.

2011

We enter into our first cooperation agreement with Spliethoff.

2016

ForestWave acquires Schulte & Bruns Nederland, strengthening our partnership.

2024

After years of dual branding with Schulte & Bruns, we unify operations under the brand name ForestWave.

2024

Our commercial partnership with Spliethoff Group evolves into a strategic alliance, with Spliethoff becoming our majority shareholder.

2025

We await the delivery of two more Ecobox XL vessels, which are under construction at Ferus Smit.