Arnaud Dianoux, CEO of Opsealog, highlights that the most impactful gains in fuel efficiency and emissions reduction for the shipping industry are already attainable through better management of current vessel operations. He argues that while the industry often looks to new technologies for solutions, substantial improvements can be made by optimizing how ships are presently run.
This perspective comes as shipowners face increasing pressure to comply with emissions regulations and manage volatile fuel prices, alongside disruptions from geopolitical events like rerouting around conflict zones. Dianoux suggests that a focus on operational excellence, including enhanced crew training, sophisticated data analysis, and real-time adjustments to vessel performance, can yield significant and immediate results.
For freight forwarders and operations managers, this means that carriers who invest in operational optimization are likely to offer more reliable schedules and potentially more competitive rates due to reduced fuel consumption. It also implies that forwarders should inquire about a carrier's operational efficiency practices when evaluating service providers, as this directly impacts their carbon footprint and overall cost structure.
