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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


Selling and Buying Ships Under FuelEU Maritime: Explained
Selling or buying ships under FuelEU Maritime introduces challenges for both buyers and sellers. The regulation adds complexity to the process, from managing compliance balances to ensuring compliance responsibility between both parties. This week’s newsletter explores the regulatory requirements for ship sales, highlights potential risks, and includes a practical example. Regulatory Requirements for Selling and Buying Ships under FuelEU Maritime The FuelEU Maritime Regulatio
Nov 18, 20244 min read


FuelEU Maritime and the Future of Carbon Markets in Shipping
With more and more decarbonisation regulations, the shipping industry is seeing a growing influence from carbon pricing mechanisms....
Sep 16, 20244 min read


Step-by-Step to Successful FuelEU Maritime Compliance
The upcoming FuelEU Maritime regulation goes beyond just data recording and reporting. It requires an overarching multi-faceted approach...
Sep 1, 20243 min read


Beyond Green Fuels with Ilyas Muhammad
Tune in to The Wavemakers Podcast for an insightful conversation with Ilyas Muhammad, the forward-thinking Head of Green Fuels at...
Aug 28, 20241 min read
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