Hanwa Ocean’s 'retrofitability' key to sustainable tanker operation

At the Tanker Shipping & Trade Conference in London, Hanwa Ocean Europe chief executive Claire Wright mentioned the company’s adaptable approach to shipbuilding, designed to meet evolving regulatory demands.

"The challenge for any shipowner making a shipbuilding choice today is knowing what the future regulatory environment will be like," she noted.

Commenting on retrofit solutions, Ms Wright added, "At Hanwa, we are refocused on enabling shipowners to retrofit their assets," positioning flexible, energy-efficient designs as essential for long-term sustainable fleet management.