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James Helliwell

As a leading, global third-party ship manager, we at V.Ships work with a wide range of owners across different segments. EU ETS and FuelEU Maritime have added substantial complexity to our role – and we are happy to work with OceanScore to help us navigate these challenges.

Written by OceanScore

Posted on November 11, 2025

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EU ETS and FuelEU Compliance: The Hidden Risk of Manual Invoicing

Manual invoicing under EU ETS and FuelEU Maritime can quietly block cost recovery. See how one Greek owner-manager safeguarded €2–3…

Written by OceanScore

Posted on January 21, 2026

OceanScore’s review of BIMCO’s FuelEU Maritime clause and its challenges.

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EU ETS & MRV in Shipping: Defining Responsibility Between Owners and Managers

Shipping companies need to establish clear lines of responsibility both for reporting emissions under the EU’s MRV (Monitoring, Reporting and…

Written by OceanScore

Posted on February 20, 2024

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Environmental Ship Index (ESI): The Complete Guide for Shipping Companies and Ports

The Environmental Ship Index (ESI) is the world’s leading port incentive scheme, rewarding ships performing beyond emission standards with port…

Written by Damla Hasenclever

Posted on March 12, 2026

Shipping companies prepare for FuelEU Maritime regulation and compliance.

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FuelEU for thought: new regulation leaves DoC holder with fuel liabilities risk, says OceanScore

A collaboration agreement has been signed between a classification society ClassNK and a maritime data and technology firm OceanScore to…

Written by OceanScore

Posted on May 17, 2024

Cargo ship in Singapore, navigating EU ETS compliance.

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Singaporean vessels to contribute €330m share of Asian shipping’s emissions liabilities under EU ETS

Singapore-registered vessels will be required to contribute a significant €330m share of Asian shipping’s total emissions liabilities under the EU…

Written by OceanScore

Posted on April 12, 2024

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Maritime Compliance in 2026: What Commercial and Technical Teams Need to Prepare For

2026 will be a decisive year for maritime compliance. As FuelEU Maritime completes its first compliance cycle, EU ETS reaches…

Written by OceanScore

Posted on January 5, 2026

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OceanScore Pool-Price Index Market Commentary: November 2025

With the ability to generate additional surplus limited by the approaching year-end, and demand picking up, prices for pooling edged…

Written by Albrecht Grell

Posted on November 6, 2025

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Decoding alternative fuels: OceanScore supports tricky bunker selection process under FuelEU Maritime

OceanScore’s FuelEU Planner helps shipping companies navigate fuel selection, compliance costs, and market dynamics to meet FuelEU Maritime regulations with…

Written by OceanScore

Posted on November 16, 2024