Shipping markets must reward most efficient vessels, say researchers

Madeleine Cuff
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Although efficient ships save shipowners money on fuel, they do not attract green premiums or preferential contracts, research suggests

The market is failing to adequately reward shipowners that invest in the most energy efficient vessels, according to new research published today which calls on the industry to better reward investment...

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