As of early 2026, DFDS (Det Forenede Dampskibs-Selskab) is a publicly traded company listed on the Nasdaq Copenhagen. However, it maintains a stable and dominant ownership structure led by the Lauritzen Foundation (Lauritzen Fonden). Through its holding company, Lauritzen Fonden Holding, the foundation owns approximately 40.4% of the share capital and voting rights, ensuring long-term Danish stewardship of the shipping and logistics giant. The remaining shares are held by a mix of institutional investors from around the world (accounting for about 63% of the total, including firms like Vanguard and BlackRock) and the general public. This ownership model, which has been in place for decades, allows the company to balance public market accountability with the strategic, mission-driven influence of a philanthropic foundation dedicated to maritime industry support and social causes.