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Borrowing under FuelEU Maritime: why it is not a safety net when pooling fails
Borrowing under FuelEU Maritime is often described in market discussions as a convenient fallback option. The narrative is simple: if a pool does not work out or surplus cannot be sourced at an acceptable price, the vessel can simply borrow compliance from the following year. This narrative is misleading. Borrowing is not designed as a universal safety net, and in many practical situations it cannot even cover the deficit of a single conventional vessel. In addition, the regu
Mar 154 min read


Should an LNG Ship Bank or Trade Surplus Under FuelEU Maritime?
With the FuelEU Maritime Regulation now in effect, LNG-powered vessels are in a unique position. Their lower greenhouse gas (GHG) intensity compared to conventional marine fuels provides an opportunity to generate compliance surpluses at no extra OPEX. But can an LNG vessel rely solely on banking surpluses to stay compliant in the long run? And more importantly, should it? This week’s newsletter explores whether LNG ships can "bank their way" through FuelEU Maritime complianc
Mar 9, 20256 min read


Penalty, Biofuel or FuelEU Pooling: Best Compliance Option?
As the FuelEU Maritime regulation takes effect, companies must choose between paying the penalty, switching to biofuels, or pooling surplus from over-compliant ships. Each option has significant financial implications. This week, we present a case study comparing real-world costs for a non-compliant vessel, helping companies identify the most cost-effective strategy. Evaluating FuelEU Maritime Compliance Costs Scenario Overview A sample containership consumes 10,000 tonnes of
Feb 10, 20253 min read


The Role of Ports under FuelEU Maritime
Last Friday, we had another round of our Friday quiz! Let’s dive into the role of ports under FuelEU! Friday's Question: How many ports are TEN-T ports? Possible Answers with Given Responses: 0 to 100 - 0% 100 to 500 - 100% 500 to 1000 - 0% Correct Answer: 100 to 500 (328) General Overview: The Role of Ports under FuelEU Maritime Under FuelEU Maritime, ports play a vital role in promoting cleaner maritime fuel options. They provide essential infrastructure, enforce regulation
Jul 2, 20243 min read


FuelEU Maritime Banking
A summary of banking as a compliance option under FuelEU and its applicability for different vessels.
May 26, 20243 min read
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