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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)...
Mar 96 min read


Case Study VII: FuelEU Surplus Value Versus Biofuel Premium
With the introduction of FuelEU Maritime following the famous EU ETS, shipping companies must make strategic decisions about meeting...
Mar 33 min read


Case Study VI: How does EU ETS Influence the Business Cases of e-LNG, Biofuel, and FuelEU Maritime Pooling?
The previous two newsletters touched upon different business cases for compliance with FuelEU Maritime, namely biofuel vs pooling and...
Feb 236 min read


The Business Case for e-LNG Under FuelEU Maritime
Throughout recent years, and especially last year, LNG has emerged as a widely used transition fuel, offering lower CO2 emissions compared to other fossil fuels. As described previously, under the FuelEU Maritime Regulation, LNG vessels are at an advantage over other fossil fuel ships due to their lower greenhouse gas intensity. Looking beyond fossil LNG, bio-LNG is already a common surplus generator under FuelEU, especially seen as the enabler of some of the super pools offe
Feb 176 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 103 min read


Why Early Trading in FuelEU Maritime Surplus Markets is a Smart Move
With the FuelEU Maritime compliance mechanisms taking full effect and the FuelEU Marketplace officially starting this month, early movers...
Feb 34 min read


Understanding FuelEU Maritime Borrowing: Risks and Strategies
The FuelEU Maritime Regulation introduces several compliance mechanisms. These help companies meet their greenhouse gas (GHG) intensity...
Jan 204 min read


Complex Web of FuelEU Stakeholders and Legal Frameworks
The implementation of the FuelEU Maritime Regulation has introduced compliance mechanisms that connect legal, operational, and financial responsibilities. These changes affect ship owners, charterers, and ship managers while opening the door to even more players, such as fuel suppliers and EUA traders. This week, we explore the complex, evolving, and dynamic web of FuelEU stakeholders and discuss the opportunities and challenges ahead. Stage 1: The ISM Company is at the Heart
Dec 16, 20244 min read


FuelEU Maritime Pooling: Rules, Examples, and Opportunities
Pooling is one of the compliance mechanisms under the FuelEU Maritime Regulation and offers an advantageous but new compliance option. By...
Dec 16, 20246 min read
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