Maritime giant chooses IFS to drive digital transformation and operational efficiency

 IFS, the global cloud enterprise software company, today announced that Van Oord, a leading international marine contractor, has chosen IFS Cloud to automate and streamline its business functions. The solution will support the company’s ambition to increase revenue growth and achieve a competitive edge by driving digital transformation and operational efficiency across the organization.

Van Oord will use IFS Cloud as a cornerstone of its new “Founding the Future” business transformation program, as part of their 2030 Strategy for Growth.   

The implementation is scheduled to start at the beginning of 2024, with the plan to roll out the solution to 45 countries.

Frank Beerlage, Managing Director, IFS Benelux & DACH, said: “Operating in an increasingly complex and multifaceted industry means businesses in the maritime sector need to harness the latest automated digital technologies to ensure they can address the growing challenges, compete strongly and stand out from the crowd. That’s exactly what we are delivering for Van Oord through the implementation of IFS Cloud.”

About Van Oord

Van Oord is a Dutch family-owned company with more than 150 years of experience as an international marine contractor. The focus is on dredging, infrastructure and offshore energy. Its head office is in Rotterdam. Van Oord employs 5,800 staff (fte), who worked in 2022 on 191 projects in 42 countries. The fleet consists of about 60 vessels and a large amount of special-purpose and auxiliary equipment. Marine ingenuity is characteristic of Van Oord. By using innovative, smart and sustainable solutions, it aims to contribute to a better world for future generations.

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Artikel vom 17.10.2023

Schlagwörter: Supply Chain Management, Logistik