Tanker owner explores trends, CII compliance

At the Tanker Shipping & Trade Conference in London, N2 Tankers and N1 Commercial Management director Captain Madhu Vadakkepat outlined shifting dynamics in the tanker industry amid decarbonisation efforts.

He discussed how evolving market demands are creating multi-tier chartering opportunities and highlighted an emerging trend of very large crude carriers (VLCCs) transporting clean products.

Addressing decarbonisation challenges, Capt Vadakkepat pointed to the complex requirements of Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) compliance, describing it as a critical aspect for modern tanker operations.