It is important that all of our staff, regardless of their background or where they are in the world, feel at home within Boskalis - whether on a project, in the office, or aboard a vessel. Diversity and Inclusion
(D&I) was the focus of a designated section within Boskalis’ employee engagement survey and, based on the survey findings, we took the decision to develop a dedicated program on social safety.
We conducted a series of focused dialogue sessions in varied groups whereby colleagues from across the organization were invited to share their concerns, experiences and suggestions in relation to social safety. In total we held more than 20 sessions, attended by around 260 colleagues. Various groups – including exclusively female staff, vessel crews and project hires – were encouraged to speak openly about what social safety means to them personally. The feedback that was shared has helped inform a number of steps that are now being taken to strengthen the way in which we approach social safety at Boskalis.
During 2024 we presented the Boskalis Social Safety Principles that are currently being rolled out across the organization. The Principles seek to foster a culture of professional collaboration, with respect and
openness among colleagues.
In early 2025, we ran a series of social safety workshops, with a further 50 workshops planned later in the year for colleagues in leadership roles. The sessions seek to foster a common understanding of the Social Safety Principles and support managers to further embed them within the organization.
“Our international growth brings a rich texture of cultures, traditions, and perspectives which are invaluable,” explained Boskalis’ Chief Executive Officer, Peter Berdowski. “Different viewpoints lead to better solutions and collaborations. We cherish this diversity and work together to create a pleasant and productive working environment where everyone can bring out the best in themselves.”
