Recent bans and negative sentiment expressed in the press has created uncertainty about scrubbers.
Discusses compliance options available to shipping companies and associated funding for consideration.
‘Unfortunate at a time when the shipping industry is working hard to reduce sulphur emissions,’ says Director.
Co-ordinating bank and agent BNP Paribas, together with a syndicate of four other banks, offered loan.
Market advantage of lower heavy fuel oil prices which scrubbers offer for shipowners only temporarily.
Shipowner continued contract with engineering firm after initial retrofit project of two hybrid scrubbers.
Yard has developed ‘significant insight’ for geographical-specific drivetrain setups through experience.
Most ports and harbours already have discharge requirements which have been in place for years.
Drewry Maritime Research publishes data detailing scrubber-equipped and LNG-powered chemical tankers.
Imminent changes to global shipping fuels may not force crude discounts US refiners once expected.
