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FuelEU Maritime and Risk Redefined in Key Industry Panel on Regulatory Impact. BetterSea proudly participated in ARACON 2024, where co-founder Maximilian Schroer took the stage in the conference’s opening session, “Changing Behaviour – The Impact of New Shipping Regulations and Redefining Risk.” Schroer's talk, “FuelEU Maritime: Pooling – Whos and Hows,” addressed the practical mechanics and strategic opportunities of pooling under the upcoming FuelEU Maritime regulation. Fol

BetterSea Calculator Cited for Delivering Cost-Efficient FuelEU Strategy As enforcement of the FuelEU Maritime regulation nears, Lloyd’s List showcases BetterSea as a leading provider of compliance solutions in their article, “FuelEU compliance taking shape as implementation nears.” The piece highlights the sharp financial implications facing shipowners in 2025 and the growing demand for smart, data-backed strategies to navigate these regulations. According to the article, a

Following up on last week’s newsletter on emission factors, this week we’ll focus on the practical application of those factors: calculating the GHG intensity of a ship under FuelEU Maritime. Using the example question posed on our LinkedIn quiz, we’ll provide a guide on how to correctly calculate the GHG intensity based on an example with a containership using heavy fuel oil (HFO). What is GHG Intensity? Under FuelEU Maritime, the GHG intensity is the ratio of total greenhou

Most essential for compliance with FuelEU Maritime is the emission factor used to determine the GHG intensity. The emission factor under FuelEU Maritime measures a fuel's lifecycle emissions (well-to-wake), which are expressed in grams of CO2 equivalent per megajoule (g CO2e/MJ). Today’s newsletter sheds light on where to find a fuel’s emission factor and how it is derived: Where to find a fuel’s emission factor for calculations under FuelEU Maritime? FuelEU Maritime is the f

In this episode of The Wavemakers Podcast, Eli Gjesdal reflects on her lifelong maritime journey. Inspired by her grandmother, Eli dreamed of working on tankers from an early age, and while that dream evolved, she has gone on to become a pioneer in the industry and advocate for women in maritime. Eli discusses being one of the first women in a predominantly male field, her belief in teamwork, and how her passion for helping others has shaped her role as a leader and coach. Jo

With more and more decarbonisation regulations, the shipping industry is seeing a growing influence from carbon pricing mechanisms. The FuelEU Maritime regulation is the EU's most recent way of tackling shipping emissions, but it’s not the only one. Regulatory carbon markets, such as the existing EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), and other globally or regionally discussed systems are setting the stage for a future where carbon costs will shape maritime. This week, we expl

As the maritime industry adapts to the upcoming FuelEU Maritime regulation, one area that presents unique challenges is the compliance of ships with ice class. These are essential for maintaining global trade routes that pass through colder climates. The ships are designed to handle harsh sea ice conditions, but their unique operational needs and technical characteristics also mean higher energy consumption, complicating their efforts to meet the regulation’s greenhouse gas (

The upcoming FuelEU Maritime regulation goes beyond just data recording and reporting. It requires an overarching multi-faceted approach to achieve and maintain compliance. Multiple maritime stakeholders must manage responsibilities, assess compliance status, and carefully plan their compliance actions throughout the year. In this week’s newsletter, we break down step-by-step what is required to master compliance with the upcoming FuelEU Maritime Regulation successfully. Alig

Tune in to The Wavemakers Podcast for an insightful conversation with Ilyas Muhammad, the forward-thinking Head of Green Fuels at Hapag-Lloyd. From his roots in chemical engineering to leading transformative green fuel projects, Ilyas shares his commitment to sustainability and the challenges of adopting cutting-edge technologies. Hear his bold vision for a carbon-neutral future in shipping and how he's driving meaningful change in the maritime industry. Join Us: Don’t miss t