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ZeroNorth consolidates existing bunkering business following acquisitions 

ZeroNorth Bunker will consolidate its 13 existing product offerings into six core products spanning Bunker Planning, Bunker Procurement, Bunker Supply and Trading, Bunker Pricing and e-BDN solutions.

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Marine technology company ZeroNorth on Tuesday (14 November) announced that it is consolidating its existing bunkering business under the ZeroNorth brand, to offer faster value delivery for customers, and driving enhanced data-driven insights, additional fuel savings, improved profit margins and emissions reduction.

ZeroNorth said it recognised the importance of digitisation across the entire bunker value chain to accelerate the decarbonisation of the shipping industry. 

“To this end, the past 18 months have seen ZeroNorth invest heavily in the bunkering space, acquiring Clearlynx, Prosmar Bunkering and BTS to serve all parts of the market. The integration into ZeroNorth Bunker will see one unified team come together under a single brand, creating synergies across the different solutions to enable faster release of new features that respond to market needs,” it said in a statement shared with Singapore-based bunkering publication Manifold Times

ZeroNorth Bunker is consolidating the company’s 13 existing product offerings into six core products spanning Bunker Planning, Bunker Procurement, Bunker Supply and Trading, Bunker Pricing and electronic bunker delivery notes (e-BDN) solutions.

“These solutions will facilitate data-driven decisions for customers, with this integrated approach bringing transparency and continuity to customers’ bunkering processes and delivering an enhanced user experience,” the firm added. 

Kenneth Juhls, Managing Director for ZeroNorth Bunker at ZeroNorth, said: “Leveraging real-time market insights and with 50 million tonnes of bunkers already traded annually on the platform, we take pride at ZeroNorth in our ability to drive positive change in the bunkering industry. This includes accelerating digitalisation and transparency in the sector, which ultimately contributes towards our customers’ decarbonisation and commercial goals.”

The firm added ZeroNorth Bunker turns millions of live data points into actionable recommendations by optimising the bunkering process.

“More robust insights will be generated for customers through this integrated approach, as more data is being interpreted which will in time enable the data flywheel effect, delivering a positive feedback loop.”

“The platform will be able to deliver deeper, more granular insights into bunker optimisation, reducing fuel consumption and associated costs and emissions for customers, driving benefit for both profit and planet.”

Manifold Times previously reported ZeroNorth acquiring BTS PTE Ltd., a software platform for marine fuel suppliers, headquartered in Singapore.

The deal saw ZeroNorth acquiring BTS’s flagship suite of services - iBMS (Intelligent Bunker Management System) - which is software specially tailored for the marine fuel supply chain.

iBMS was one of the first projects supported by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) under the Maritime Innovation and Technology Fund (MINT) in the early 2000s.

BTS is currently one of the three digital solution providers in MPA’s current list of approved digital bunkering solutions. MPA launched its digital bunkering initiative on 1 November 2023, becoming the first port in the world to implement e-BDN.

Last year, ZeroNorth launched ZeroNorth Bunker, an integrated solution for bunker planning, procurement, and analytics services. The firm said ZeroNorth Bunker enabled data-driven decision-making across a transparent marine fuel value chain.

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Photo credit: ZeroNorth
Published: 15 November, 2023

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General Index and XMAR to integrate marine fuel pricing data into trading platform

General Index said the partnership aims to provide XMAR’s users with accurate and timely bunker pricing information, enhancing their decision-making processes in the maritime industry.

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General Index and XMAR to integrate marine fuel pricing data into trading platform

Commodity pricing provider General Index recently announced its partnership with online bunker trading platform XMAR to integrate its marine fuel pricing data into their platform.

General Index said the partnership aims to provide XMAR's users with accurate and timely bunker pricing information, enhancing their decision-making processes in the maritime industry.

“Our comprehensive bunker pricing data covers various fuel types and global ports, ensuring that XMAR's users have access to the most relevant and up-to-date information,” it added. 

By incorporating its data into XMAR's platform, users can benefit from:

  • Real-time Pricing: Stay informed with the latest bunker prices across key ports worldwide.
  • Market Transparency: Gain insights into market trends and price fluctuations to make informed purchasing decisions.
  • Customised Data Feeds: Access tailored data solutions that meet specific operational needs.

This integration will empower maritime professionals to optimise their operations and fuel procurement strategies.

“At General Index, we are committed to delivering high-quality, transparent, and independent pricing data to support the maritime industry's evolving needs.

 

Photo credit: General Index
Published: 7 February, 2025

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StormGeo voyage optimisation solution to be deployed across G2 Ocean fleet

StormGeo’s Voyage Optimisation solution for G2 Ocean combines features such as onboard voyage planning, routing advisory, speed optimisation, and emissions monitoring and reporting.

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StormGeo voyage optimisation solution to be deployed across G2 Ocean fleet

Voyage optimisation and weather intelligence solutions provider StormGeo on Thursday (6 February) announced the expansion of its partnership with G2 Ocean, as its voyage optimisation solution will be deployed across the company’s fleet of 120 vessels. 

The new agreement builds on the success of a long-term collaboration between the two maritime companies, further solidifying G2 Ocean’s confidence in StormGeo’s ability to support their goals of operational efficiency and decarbonisation.

G2 Ocean has selected StormGeo’s Voyage Optimisation solution, which empowers both shoreside and onboard teams to plan and execute optimised, safe voyages. 

By integrating AI-driven insights, advanced technology, weather analytics, and the expertise of StormGeo’s route analysts and operational support professionals, this solution provides comprehensive, data-driven support at every stage of the voyage. 

As a recognised leader in maritime innovation, G2 Ocean is committed to accelerating their digitalisation and decarbonisation efforts in the coming years, with StormGeo as a trusted partner in driving sustainable growth.

Phil Curran, Director Fleet Operations, at G2 Ocean, said: “The foundation for optimising a sea passage is accurate weather prediction coupled with best-in-class routing advice.”

“StormGeo has been the industry leader in providing weather routing service for 25 years and has added to their expertise a suite of innovative tools to ensure we have the most accurate data and decision-making capability.”

“We are confident that their applications are the right combination to enable significant cost and emissions reductions on every voyage.”

Petter Andersen, Senior Vice President, Shipping, at StormGeo, said: “The expansion of our partnership with G2 Ocean is a testament to the strong trust and collaboration we've built over the years.”

“G2 Ocean’s confidence in our Voyage Optimisation solution underscores the value we bring to their fleet in supporting both operational efficiency and sustainability goals.”

StormGeo’s Voyage Optimisation solution for G2 Ocean combines features such as onboard voyage planning, routing advisory, speed optimisation, emissions monitoring and reporting, commercial and technical performance optimisation based on High-Frequency sensor data, and advanced APIs.

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Photo credit: StormGeo
Published: 7 February, 2025

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ZeroNorth achieves first operating profit in Dec with nearly USD 40 mil revenue in 2024

Firm achieved its first month of positive earnings before EBITDA in December 2024, after four and a half years of operations and reached just under USD 40 million in annual recurring revenue for 2024.

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ZeroNorth achieves first operating profit in Dec with nearly USD 40 mil revenue in 2024

Digital bunkering platform solutions provider ZeroNorth on Thursday (30 February) said it achieved its first month of positive earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) in December 2024, after four and a half years since its launch. 

The firm said the achievement comes on the back of significant growth, with the company reaching just under USD 40 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) for the year, a 38% increase from 2023.

“This marks an important milestone for ZeroNorth, particularly at a time when rising interest rates have put increasing pressure on startups and scaleups to prioritise financial sustainability over top-line growth. Despite the challenging economic climate, ZeroNorth has managed to balance growth and profitability, showing its ability to adapt to changing financial conditions,” the company said.

Founded in 2020, ZeroNorth has rapidly become a leader in the maritime industry’s digital transformation, helping more than 230 shipping and energy companies navigate the energy transition with solutions that optimise fuel consumption and reduce emissions. 

ZeroNorth has scaled from a team of six to 600 employees across 10 global locations and completed six strategic acquisitions, including joining forces with Singapore-based Alpha Ori Technologies in February 2024. 

Powered by AI-driven technologies developed in-house, the company has built a unified platform with a significant impact on sustainability and efficiency for customers. In 2024 alone, it optimised 72,000 voyage legs by generating 1.5 million routes, reducing more than one million metric tonnes of CO2 emissions.

ZeroNorth expects to achieve positive EBITDA for the full year 2025, while continuing to execute its growth strategy.

Søren Meyer, CEO of ZeroNorth, said: “Achieving operating profit is an important milestone for ZeroNorth and a reflection of the dedication of our team and the trust of our customers. Reaching this point highlights our ability to build a sustainable business model while scaling rapidly.” 

“More importantly, it reflects the critical role of data and technology as the shipping industry tackles the complexities of the energy transition.”

“With this foundation, we are strongly positioned to accelerate our growth, and continue to enable our customers to make informed decisions, boost efficiency and cut emissions.”

Related: ZeroNorth and Singapore-based Alpha Ori Technologies close deal to merge

 

Photo credit: ZeroNorth
Published: 4 February, 2025

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