Independent classification society DNV has verified that Signal Ocean’s estimates of vessel CO2 emissions comply with IMO guidelines.
All aspects of a voyage, as well as any route deviations already taken by any vessel, are considered in the calculation. Additional factors such as vessel size, age, speed, loading conditions, shipyard, use of scrubbers, and fuel type are also considered and accounted for in the algorithm. Shipowners and traders of tankers, dry bulk and LPG vessels use the service to support their chartering decisions. Users can see historical estimates back to 2018 for all tankers over 25k dwt, all dry cargo vessels over 20k dwt, and all LPG vessels.
Signal Ocean’s emissions estimates have now been recognized as valid and robust by DNV’s formal Letter of Professional Opinion.
As a result of a detailed review, Dr. George Dimopoulos, Principal Specialist and Head of DNV Maritime’s R&D and Advisory Unit, said:
