Schulte Group Launches Ocean Opt for Emissions Management in Maritime Industry

Germany’s maritime solutions provider Schulte Group has launched Ocean Opt, a new company aimed at providing emissions management solutions for ship managers, owners, and charterers. The establishment of Ocean Opt underscores Schulte Group’s commitment to sustainability and innovation, especially as the pressure on the maritime industry to achieve climate neutrality continues to grow.

With the introduction of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) rating scheme and Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI) in 2023, the shipping industry has been included in the European Union’s emissions trading system (EU ETS) this year, with significant financial implications expected from 2025. The industry is now facing the challenge of complying with the FuelEU Maritime regulation, with monitoring plans for ships calling the EU required to be submitted to authorized verifiers by the end of August.

Ocean Opt offers independent consultancy, data management, and platform-based services tailored for fleet performance optimization, emission trading systems, and regulatory compliance, including preparations for the upcoming FuelEU Maritime regulation. According to Ian Beveridge, CEO of the Schulte Group, the establishment of Ocean Opt aims to expand their services to a wider client base, including ship owners managing their fleets in-house. Anil Jacob, Managing Director of Ocean Opt, emphasizes the company’s focus on empowering clients to navigate emissions tracking, reduction, and compliance with ease in the evolving landscape of decarbonizing the shipping industry.

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