Introduction
OceanOpt, a leading provider of emissions management solutions for the maritime industry, has announced a strategic partnership with Veracity by DNV, the prominent maritime emissions cloud from the independent assurance and risk management provider, DNV. This collaboration represents a significant advancement in helping shipping companies navigate the complexities of the European Union Emissions Trading System (EU ETS).
A Powerful Alliance for Emissions Management
This partnership brings together the specialized expertise of OceanOpt in emissions data management and compliance with DNV’s extensive industry knowledge and data verification capabilities. The integration of these strengths offers shipping companies enhanced visibility and confidence as they tackle the requirements of the EU ETS. Through a seamless API-backed data flow, vessel emissions verified by DNV’s Emissions Connect can be effortlessly transferred into OceanOpt’s EU ETS portal, simplifying the process of allocating and reconciling EU Allowances (EUAs).
Anil Jacob, Managing Director of OceanOpt, highlighted the importance of this partnership in addressing the maritime industry’s increasingly complex regulatory landscape. “By connecting OceanOpt to the Veracity cloud, we also integrate with DNV’s Emissions Connect, where customers can generate voyage statements for EU ETS,” Jacob stated. “This ensures that our customers meet regulatory requirements on time and comply with various Charter party clauses. Our approach liberates customers from the burdens of data management, allowing them to focus on strategic growth.”
Delivering Value Beyond Compliance
Beyond compliance, OceanOpt’s data management services provide actionable insights that enable clients to significantly reduce carbon tax costs while ensuring regulatory compliance. By merging OceanOpt’s expertise with DNV’s, the partnership empowers shipping companies to achieve operational efficiency, reduce emissions, and contribute to a sustainable future.
As part of the Schulte Group, OceanOpt offers a comprehensive suite of services, including independent consultancy, data management, and platform-based solutions tailored to the unique needs of ship managers, owners, and charterers. This partnership with DNV’s Veracity cloud further reinforces OceanOpt’s commitment to delivering exceptional value to its clients.
Trusted Solutions for a Complex Regulatory Environment
Helge Bartels, COO of Bernhard Schulte, emphasized the value this partnership brings to their fleet management. “OceanOpt provides the Bernhard Schulte fleet with a customer-specific service package covering all IMO DCS and EU MRV reporting requirements. Now, by partnering with Veracity and integrating with DNV’s Emissions Connect, we gain seamless access to verified emissions data within the OceanOpt solution. This provides us with a trusted baseline for managing emissions, reducing fuel consumption, and improving CII ratings.”
Bartels further noted that the tools provided by the partnership help identify necessary trade changes and related improvements, enhancing transparency and providing robust arguments to owners, charterers, authorities, and other stakeholders.
Looking Ahead
Mikkel Skou, Executive Director of Veracity by DNV, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “We are pleased to welcome OceanOpt to Veracity by DNV’s network of integrated solution partners. Their dedication to delivering timely and high-quality data management for the Bernhard Schulte fleet is commendable. We look forward to working with OceanOpt to help our common customers obtain, manage, and maximize the use of verified emissions data.”
Conclusion
The partnership between OceanOpt and Veracity by DNV represents a significant step forward in emissions management for the maritime industry. By combining their strengths, the two companies are poised to deliver innovative solutions that not only ensure compliance with complex regulatory requirements but also support the broader goals of operational efficiency and sustainability. As the maritime industry continues to navigate an increasingly challenging regulatory landscape, partnerships like this will be crucial in driving progress and achieving long-term success.