Damen Shipyards on Trial Over Alleged Bribery, Forgery and Money Laundering
Company: Damen Shipyards Group N.V.
Summary
Dutch prosecutors announced in April 2025 that Damen Shipyards Gorinchem and Damen Naval Shipyards would be prosecuted for alleged bribery, forgery and money laundering connected with overseas ship sales. The investigation concerns conduct from 2006 through January 2017 and alleged high commissions paid to agents. The criminal case began in late 2025 and remains unresolved. This entry records allegations being litigated and does not state that Damen has been convicted. Damen has disputed the prosecution's case. Sources: Dutch Public Prosecution Service https://www.om.nl/actueel/nieuws/2025/04/25/om-vervolgt-damen-shipyards-en-directieleden RTL Nieuws, updated July 2026 https://www.rtl.nl/nieuws/economie/artikel/5539888/omkoping-witwassen-en-vervalste-documenten-hierom-staat-damen