By appointing Prime Navigation Shipping as your trusted Weather Routing bureau before starting your voyage, you can proactively assess your vessel’s performance speed and stay informed about the prevailing weather conditions, almost daily.
With PrimeWatch, our cutting-edge tool, operators and masters on board, receive alerts for potential hazards, in advance.
Upon request, our office will contact the master of the vessel and provide all necessary documents tailored to the vessel’s specific needs. Our team is equipped with a range of programs and is eager to take on the responsibility of monitoring any fleet.
At Prime Navigation Shipping, we have developed PrimeWatch, a state-of-the art platform, designed to alert operators and masters on board, during voyages. This advanced tool ensures that you will receive alerts in real time, maximizing safety and efficiency.
Our Weather Team of experts, works in close collaboration with the on board Masters and is dedicated to safeguarding vessels’, crew, and cargo. We provide daily weather forecast analyses, detailed navigational charts and route recommendations tailored to each voyage’s specific needs.
Our analyses utilize reliable, independent and globally respected meteorological sources, ensuring the highest level of accuracy.
Our sources include:
1. GEFS (Global Ensemble Forecast System).
2. The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
3. The U.S. Fleet Numerical Meteorology and Oceanography Center (U.S. Navy).
4. ICON global numerical weather prediction model which is provided by the German National Meteorological Service (DWD).
5. The European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF)
6. Ocean Current: The Global RTOFS (NOAA / NCEP)
Our Weather and Technical Teams are dedicated to assisting vessels in navigating challenging conditions, such as avoiding deep low-barometric systems and addressing tropical disturbances that could develop into cyclones or hurricanes.
Trust Prime Navigation Shipping to guide your fleet with precision and expertise.
In today’s highly demanding shipping industry, Prime Navigation Shipping offers a comprehensive range of services to meet diverse business needs.
Route Optimization is not just a current need, but a way of the future. Our highly trained staff in both the Weather and Technical Teams use advanced algorithms, including AI , to ensure route optimization for every voyage.
Masters on board are provided with a reliable, trusted and accurate daily weather update, compiled from leading independent meteorological organizations worldwide. This way they can feel secure about the weather conditions they will face from one port to the next. Appropriate updates are sent more than once per day, allowing the senior staff to make informed decisions about crew safety, route optimization and ship and cargo security.
Additional services are offered for a shipping company’s internal use. For example, before a vessel’s SOSP, there are available tools to calculate factors like prevailing weather conditions, dominating currents, expected bunker consumption, expected emissions and possible EUAs as well as the vessel’s hire. After the vessel’s SOSP, these calculations are automatically updated daily, based on the latest satellite weather data and client requirements.
Additionally, Prime Navigation Shipping offers shipping companies API access for daily fleet monitoring.
CO2 Emissions Monitoring Service for Real-Time Analysis
From 2023, ships with a gross tonnage of 5000 or more must prepare a fuel oil data report using the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII).
The fuel oil data report should include the following details:
– Method used to measure fuel oil consumption
– Fuel consumption for each type of fuel
– Hours underway and distance traveled
– Power output (auxiliary engine(s) and main propulsion power)
– Information such as ice class (if applicable), EEDI, DWT, NT, GT, ship type, IMO number, start and end dates
The fuel oil data report must be submitted to the Flag Administration, or any organization authorized by it for verification.
In light of the above, all vessels with a gross tonnage of 5000 or above must maintain environmental performance through a Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP) and a Data Collection Plan (DCP). The DCP should outline the ship’s particulars and the procedures, systems, and responsibilities used to monitor fuel consumption, hours underway, and distance traveled. The DCP must be included in Part I of the SEEMP and be available on-board the vessel.
Prime Navigation Shipping provides monitoring procedures, route optimization, and the state-of-the-art PrimeWatch platform that assist ship management, ship owners, operators and masters on board to meet the new reduced greenhouse target requirements and have real-time measurement of CO2 emissions (volume per steaming day and/or period), for their vessels.
At the end of each voyage, an Emissions Analysis report is provided to the operators to ensure compliance with IMO regulations.
EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) Compliance with Prime Navigation Shipping.
The EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) is a cap-and-trade system designed as a market-based measure to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. With the revision of the EU ETS Directive taking effect on June 5, 2023, its implementation for the maritime industry started on January 1, 2024, for cargo and passenger vessels of 5,000 GT and above. By 2025, shipping companies will need to surrender an adequate number of EU emissions allowances (EUAs) to cover their emissions.
What Are EU Allowances (EUAs)?
EU Allowances (EUAs) are carbon permits that allow companies participating in the EU ETS to emit a certain volume of CO2e (carbon dioxide equivalent). The market price of these allowances fluctuates and reflects the cost of reducing emissions, with the final amount determined by the previous year’s Emissions Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) data. The EU carbon market operates under strict oversight, ensuring compliance and providing a clear framework for companies to manage their emissions.
Why Choose Prime Navigation Shipping for EU ETS Compliance?
Prime Navigation Shipping is your ideal partner for successfully navigating the complexities of the EU ETS and ensuring full compliance with these new regulations. We offer a comprehensive range of services to make the process smooth and efficient:
- Proven Expertise: Our in-depth knowledge of MRV regulations and environmental compliance ensures that your emissions reporting is handled with precision and in line with EU standards.
- Optimizing Allowance Management: With our strategic insights, we help shipping companies manage their EUAs effectively, ensuring that you are prepared to navigate the carbon market and mitigate costs associated with fluctuating allowance prices.
- Tailored Reporting Solutions: Prime Navigation Shipping offers personalized solutions for collecting and verifying emissions data, allowing for efficient and hassle-free reporting under the EU ETS framework.
- Minimizing Administrative Burden: We streamline the compliance process, reducing the administrative workload on your team while ensuring that all documentation and reporting is handled thoroughly and accurately.
- Proactive Support: Our team stays ahead of regulatory changes and market trends, providing you with up-to-date guidance on EU ETS requirements and opportunities for cost savings through allowance trading and emissions reduction strategies.
Strengthening Your Environmental Reputation
By partnering with Prime Navigation Shipping, not only will your company meet its EU ETS obligations, but you’ll also enhance your reputation as a forward-thinking organization that prioritizes environmental responsibility. Our services ensure you remain compliant while positioning your company as a leader in sustainability within the maritime industry.
Navigating the EU Emissions Trading System with Prime Navigation Shipping.
The EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) is a cap-and-trade system designed to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions through a market-based mechanism. As part of the latest revisions to the EU ETS Directive, which came into effect on June 5, 2023, the maritime industry now plays a critical role in this environmental initiative. From January 1, 2024, cargo and passenger ships of 5,000 GT and above must adhere to these new regulations. By 2025, shipping companies will be required to surrender an adequate number of EU emissions allowances for their emissions.
Why Choose Prime Navigation Shipping for EU ETS Compliance?
- Expertise in Emission Reporting: With years of experience in environmental compliance and reporting, Prime Navigation Shipping is well-versed in preparing accurate and compliant emissions reports. Our team ensures that your company stays ahead of the regulatory curve, mitigating risks of penalties or costly non-compliance.
- Tailored Solutions: Understanding that each shipping company is unique, we offer customized strategies to help you efficiently monitor, report, and manage your emissions, keeping your operational needs and challenges in mind.
- Streamlined Processes: We simplify the complex reporting requirements under the EU ETS by providing streamlined, user-friendly processes for data collection, verification, and submission. Our aim is to reduce your administrative burden while ensuring full compliance.
- Strategic Support for Allowance Management: In addition to emissions reporting, we offer guidance on managing your EU emissions allowances, helping you navigate the allowance market efficiently to optimize costs.
- Proven Track Record: Our extensive background in weather routing, performance monitoring, and environmental regulations ensures that you have a reliable partner to guide you through the intricacies of the EU ETS and other regulatory challenges.
By partnering with Prime Navigation Shipping, you gain more than just a service provider—you gain a strategic partner dedicated to helping you achieve compliance and enhance sustainability in an evolving regulatory landscape.
The FuelEU Maritime Regulation complements the EU ETS by progressively reducing the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) intensity of fuels used in the shipping industry. This regulation aims to significantly lower emissions by promoting the adoption of cleaner fuels and alternative energy sources. By establishing maximum limits on the annual GHG intensity of the energy consumed by vessels, FuelEU Maritime fosters the decarbonization of maritime transport. The regulation considers not just carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions but also methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O), assessed across the entire fuel lifecycle through the Well to Wake approach.
At Prime Navigation Shipping, we are at the forefront of helping shipping companies navigate these evolving regulations. Our expertise ensures that your fleet will not only comply with the FuelEU Maritime targets but also optimize fuel consumption and operational efficiency, making the transition to cleaner fuels more seamless. With us, you gain a trusted partner committed to reducing your environmental footprint while maintaining top-tier operational standards.
By working with Prime Navigation Shipping, you can stay ahead of regulatory requirements, demonstrate leadership in sustainability, and contribute to the industry’s decarbonization efforts.
Prime Navigation Shipping announces the creation of internal and external systems and centrally managed application programming interfaces (APIs) to address the increased need for weather information requirements. These initiatives are aimed at ensuring faster service delivery and meeting your daily needs more effectively.
As the leading monitoring bureau, from the starting port to the destination port, Prime Navigation Shipping, leads cutting edge solutions to provide comprehensive data, including path waypoints, date-times, intended versus optimal routes, factoring in winds, waves, and ocean currents.
We’re committed to ensuring informed decision-making by delivering the best service and keeping you informed every step of the way.
Prime Navigation Shipping is your go-to expert for Speed Claims. With over 15 years of experience in speed claims and in full compliance with all Arbitration Awards and decision rulings held in High Court, the Legal Department provides comprehensive support for speed claims and performance evaluation reports.
We collaborate with highly experienced ship masters from our Technical Department to ensure fair assessments for all parties involved.
Our evaluation process considers the vessels’ description, the master’s reported data, weather conditions, and the performance clause agreed upon in the charter party and/ or fixture recap. Leveraging this data with advanced computerized systems, we deliver unbiased and impeccable performance evaluation reports.
In cases of unresolved disputes, charterers and owners, through mutual agreement, may appoint a third independent bureau to provide a feasible resolution for both parties.
Even though at Prime Navigation Shipping, we firmly believe this solution should be the last resort, our dedicated team is equipped to handle any dispute, utilizing all available resources to verify compliance with relevant requirements. After analyzing the presented speed claim in damages and the performance evaluation report, our bureau conducts an in-depth assessment to support shipping operators and strengthen their position in any dispute. It is important to note that any Post- Voyage Analysis report should be considered as a last resort, even if explicitly mentioned in the charter party or fixture recap. If an amicable solution cannot be reached, our team will present a detailed analysis and offer support until the case proceeds to arbitration, ensuring minimal involvement of the operator in charge.
Prime Navigation Shipping, provides a stress-free Bunkering process. We are dedicated to providing innovative, high-quality bunkering solutions and seamless service for bunkers at:
• Departure port
• Arrival port
• Next port of call
• or at any intermediate port
We have you covered for Bunkering with the most competitive prices worldwide.
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