UK-headquartered service and repair company CTS Offshore and Marine and Dutch maritime service provider Varuna Marine Services (VMS) have formed a strategic partnership to offer vessel owners and operators an informed pathway for carbon emission management.
By combining their respective strengths, the two companies aim to provide a comprehensive suite of services to help the maritime industry navigate the complexities of decarbonisation and comply with evolving regulations such as the EU ETS and FuelEU.
CTS brings experience in fleet decarbonisation, offering a range of solutions including CII fleet appraisals, 3D retrofitting services, hull cleaning, propeller optimisation, LED upgrades, and wind sail rotor installations. With a global presence and turnkey engineering and installation capabilities, CTS believes it is positioned to support vessel owners in improving their carbon intensity and meeting regulatory requirements.
VMS complements CTS’s offerings with its proficiency in EU ETS management, FuelEU compliance, and seamless data collection, cleaning, and verification through partnerships with IACS members. VMS’s CyberSmart platform, powered by AI and machine learning, is intended to streamline emissions reporting and provide actionable insights for optimising vessel performance. Additionally, VMS offers voyage optimisation services, hull performance monitoring, and deep data-driven analytics to help operators make informed decisions and reduce their environmental impact.
Through this strategic partnership, CTS and VMS are offering a one-stop-shop for decarbonisation solutions, enabling vessel owners and operators to:
- Assess their fleet’s carbon intensity and identify areas for improvement
- Develop and implement tailored decarbonisation strategies
- Comply with EU ETS, FuelEU, and other upcoming environmental regulations
- Optimise vessel performance through voyage planning, hull monitoring, and data analytics
- Access seamless data collection, cleaning, and verification services
- Benefit from the global reach and technical expertise of both companies
Rahul Ved, Technical Director CTS said: “We are excited to partner with Varuna Marine Services to offer a comprehensive decarbonization solution for the maritime industry.”
“By combining our expertise in fleet decarbonization with VMS’s strengths in regulatory compliance and data-driven insights, we can provide our clients with a clear path to reducing their environmental impact and staying ahead of the curve in an evolving landscape.”
VMS MD Sanjeev Wewerinke Singh added: “This strategic partnership with CTS Offshore and Marine represents a significant step forward in our mission to support the maritime industry’s transition to a sustainable future. Together, we will empower vessel owners and operators with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to effectively manage their carbon emissions and thrive in a decarbonising world.”
Image: CTS and VMS sign decarbonisation partnership (source: Varuna Marine Services)
