Sustainability in shipping
Sustainability is a high priority for Schiffsbetrieb Walensee AG. We have a comprehensive understanding of sustainability and are working on various projects to reduce our CO2 emissions. In this way, Schiffsbetrieb Walensee AG is making a contribution to sustainable development and an ecological travel experience on the beautiful Swiss fjord - Lake Walen.
Sustainability program "Swisstainable - Level II engaged"
Receiving the Swisstainable sustainability label is testimony to the efforts of Walensee Navigation. The label from the Swiss Tourism Association (STV) recognizes tourism businesses that are committed to sustainability.
Good Travel Seal" certification
We are proud to have successfully passed the Green Destination Audit with the top result of 89%. We now carry the Good Travel Seal in silver - an award that stands for fair and responsible tourism.
"OK:GO" Association for the Promotion of Barrier-free Switzerland
The OK:GO initiative makes information on the accessibility of tourist offers publicly available. The aim is to meet the needs of a diverse society and make it easier for people with disabilities in particular to participate. Growing target groups such as senior citizens and families with small children should also be able to travel independently. On our website you will find all information on the accessibility of our ships and relevant details for each landing stage on Lake Walen.
Our certificates
Our projects
Digitalization for sustainable shipping
Together with the OST University of Applied Sciences, Shiptec AG and J+A Informatik AG, we are developing digital assistance systems for inland shipping in the DaMaFo - Data-driven manoeuvre and fleet optimization project. The aim is to make our ship operations more efficient, resource-saving and sustainable - regardless of the year of construction or propulsion of the ships. In this way, we use digitalization as a lever for greater sustainability on Lake Walen.
The focus is on three applications: More efficient berthing maneuvers through real-time data and recommendations for action, smart fleet planning depending on weather, demand and energy consumption, and assistance systems for steamships that combine tradition with modern technology (continuing for other shipping companies)
Further projects and outlook
- Further development in the area of barrier-free travel, social sustainability
- Decarbonization strategy
- Employee participation
- Safety in the operation and use of materials
- Shipyard construction incl. photovoltaic system on the shipyard building, energy management (in planning)
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