Regulations under pressure: Coming to terms with reality
Global climate targets are intact, but regulatory pathways are redrawn as the UN and EU struggle to align ambition with economic and technological reality.
Vitali Kisliuk is Solvang’s site-manager at Hyundai’s shipyard in Korea. With a captain’s determination he prepares the seven VLGC newbuilds with an impressive set of environmental equipment – set to minimize the climate footprint and rule the waves of ECO gas carriers.
Bosun Elmer Malbyuo: – Plan what you do, do what you plan
“As a bosun, I contribute by detecting small things before they grow into bigger problems. I tell the crew to look for the smallest issues, stop whatever is going on and act according to procedure,” says Bosun Elmer Malbyuo.
The new GHG regulations from the EU and IMO announce a new era for global shipping. Solvang has carefully prepared for what is to come. By 2030, all our vessels will be fully compliant with AER, while the GFI target level will depend on the availability of CCS and biofuel.
Captain Christian Gonzaga was granted a lightning career in Solvang. By returning the trust to his crew, he builds a culture of openness and quality on board Clipper Eris.
Seven new VLGCs, all settled on long-term charters, will expand Solvang’s Panamax capacity in the LPG segment from delivery in 2026 and 2027. All vessels will boost climate performance as they come ready for onboard carbon capture.
Highlights 2023: Massive ECO upgrades during dry-dockings
11 vessels were dry-docked due to scheduled classing and certification during 2023. All vessels achieved EEXI certification after installing EPL (engine power limitation), sandblasting and hull anti-fouling treatment, Mewis Ducts installed (9 vessels), as well as full drivetrain optimization on four of the vessels.
