The maritime industry faces both challenges and opportunities, with efficiency and sustainability emerging as critical benchmarks of success. Signal’s commitment to excel in spot performance not only stands out in the market, but also sets the example of compliance and innovation in the face of evolving environmental regulations.
By leveraging cutting-edge technology and unparalleled data analytics, Signal delivers superior performance compared to other commercial operators while meeting the industry’s growing regulatory demands for improvement of the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) and overall GHG emissions reduction in maritime shipping.
Exceptional Pool Fleet Performance: A Benchmark for Success
In a competitive maritime landscape, Signal sets a high standard not only through the performance of the Pool’s fleet but also by upholding values that guide responsible business practices. Historically, Signal has achieved significant over performance relative to the market average and peers, while maintaining a transparent operational approach.
Since its inception in 2018, Signal’s Aframax Pool has managed to outperform the average of peers by 2,400 $/day and 1-year Time Charter rates by 3,100 $/day. Signal’s Aframax Pool has achieved a TCE performance (net of any pool commissions) of 29,400 $/day since 2018, with 2023 and 2024 standing at 51,600 $/day and 37,000 $/day respectively.
These impressive figures are backed by Signal’s analytically-driven global trading strategies, cutting-edge pool infrastructure, and strong relationships with top-tier oil majors and traders. This combination highlights the tangible value created for Pool Partners, even in complex and competitive markets. But Signal’s commitment doesn’t stop there. Performance metrics are not just about spot performance, they’re also about sustainability and compliance with regulations.
Adapting to CII, EU ETS and Fuel EU Emissions Regulations
As the maritime industry undergoes a profound transformation toward greater sustainability, compliance with frameworks such as the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII), the EU ETS and the recently launched Fuel EU regulations has become essential. Signal recognises this new norm and has positioned its brand as a leader in supporting this transition through comprehensive operational strategies and systems.
CII Compliance and Commitment
More than 90% of the fleet managed by Signal, traded for at least nine months in the Pool, has achieved a CII rating of C or higher for 2024, reflecting Signal's commitment to balancing sustainability and operational excellence.
By leveraging predictive analytics and optimising vessel operations, ranging from speed adjustments to energy-efficient routing, Signal ensures compliance, while maintaining competitive performance in the market.
Signal is the only Pool and one of the few commercial operators that commit to redeliver a vessel with a CII rating of C or higher.
EU ETS handling
Signal actively contributes to the EU's goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2050, with transparent and consistent methods for monitoring and reporting emissions under the EU ETS.
More specifically Signal provides:
- Proactive vessel monitoring: Overseeing vessel performance to ensure regulatory compliance while optimising profitability for the Pool and safeguarding the interests of the Partners
- Post-Voyage EUA management: Handling the calculation, validation, purchase and transfer of EUA units, on behalf of the Partners, streamlining their administrative workload and ensuring smooth compliance with EU regulations
- Equitable Cost Distribution: Signal’s “ EUA Adjustment” system allocates costs fairly, incentivising efficiency and supporting Chartering decisions
Fuel EU Emissions Readiness
Signal’s proactive approach to the Fuel EU regulations includes thorough research, data collection, and evaluation of compliance options, such as penalties, biofuels, and collaboration with third-party emission pools. After engaging with several emission pools, Signal shortlisted two that align best with our goals and operations.
Internally, Signal has developed monitoring tools and has streamlined processes to manage compliance across all stages:
- Pre-fixing arrangements to ensure regulatory alignment
- Real-time monitoring during voyage execution to address any issues proactively
- Post-fixture assessments to refine and enhance our practices
Leading the Industry Forward
Signal’s Pool fleet stands as a benchmark of what’s achievable in today’s maritime industry. By blending top-tier performance with a steadfast commitment to regulations, Signal is not only navigating today’s challenges but also shaping the industry’s future.
Signal has developed an innovative energy monitoring solution that processes noon reports and provides live insights into vessel energy performance, voyage emissions, and regulatory compliance. This tool enables real-time tracking of emissions, CII progression, and FuelEU compliance, including analytics like fuel mix monitoring to meet FuelEU milestones, all without requiring additional installation.
Signal’s innovative services and tools represent a commitment to maritime sustainability and efficiency without penalising performance, setting a new benchmark for accountability in maritime operations.
Creating a sustainable world requires us to embark on a journey towards a zero emission future, where every step is a commitment to preserve our planet for future generations.
Albert Greenway
Environmental Scientist, Sustainability Expert
Increased Use of Renewable Energy:
Shipping companies are embracing renewable energy sources to power onboard systems and reduce emissions during port operations. Solar panels and wind turbines are being installed on vessels to generate clean energy, reducing reliance on auxiliary engines, and cutting down emissions. Shore power facilities in ports allow ships to connect to the electrical grid, eliminating the need for onboard generators while docked.
Collaboration and Industry Partnerships:
Recognizing that addressing emissions requires collective action, shipping companies, governments, and organizations have formed partnerships and collaborations. These initiatives focus on research and development, sharing best practices, and promoting knowledge transfer. Joint projects aim to develop and deploy innovative technologies, improve infrastructure, and create a supportive regulatory framework to accelerate the industry's transition towards a greener future. The Zero Emission Shipping - Mission Innovation.
To pave the way for a greener future in shipping, the availability of alternative fuels plays a vital role in their widespread adoption. However, this availability is influenced by factors such as port infrastructure, local regulations, and government policies. As the demand for cleaner fuels in shipping rises and environmental regulations become more stringent, efforts are underway to improve the accessibility of these fuels through infrastructure development, collaborations, and investments in production facilities.
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) infrastructure has seen significant growth in recent years, resulting in more LNG bunkering facilities and LNG-powered vessels. Nonetheless, the availability of LNG as a marine fuel can still vary depending on the region. To ensure consistent availability worldwide, there is a need for further development of LNG supply chains and infrastructure. For biofuels, their availability hinges on production capacity and the availability of feedstock. Although biofuels are being produced and utilized in various sectors, their availability as a marine fuel remains limited. Scaling up biofuel production and establishing robust supply chains are imperative to ensure wider availability within the shipping industry.Hydrogen, as a fuel for maritime applications, is still in the early stages of infrastructure development. While some hydrogen vessels have been tested or introduced in the first quarter of last year, the infrastructure required for hydrogen production and distribution needs further advancement.
Ammonia, as a marine fuel, currently faces limitations in availability. The production, storage, and handling infrastructure for ammonia need further development to support its widespread use in the shipping industry.Methanol, on the other hand, is already a commercially available fuel and has been used as a blend with conventional fuels in some ships. However, its availability as a standalone marine fuel can still be limited in certain regions. Bureau Veritas in October 2022 published a White Paper for the Alternative Fuels Outlook. This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of alternative fuels for the shipping industry, taking into account key factors such as technological maturity, availability, safety, emissions, and regulations.
Creating a sustainable world requires us to embark on a journey towards a zero emission future, where every step is a commitment to preserve our planet for future generations.
Albert Greenway
Environmental Scientist, Sustainability Expert
Increased Use of Renewable Energy:
Shipping companies are embracing renewable energy sources to power onboard systems and reduce emissions during port operations. Solar panels and wind turbines are being installed on vessels to generate clean energy, reducing reliance on auxiliary engines, and cutting down emissions. Shore power facilities in ports allow ships to connect to the electrical grid, eliminating the need for onboard generators while docked.
Collaboration and Industry Partnerships:
Recognizing that addressing emissions requires collective action, shipping companies, governments, and organizations have formed partnerships and collaborations. These initiatives focus on research and development, sharing best practices, and promoting knowledge transfer. Joint projects aim to develop and deploy innovative technologies, improve infrastructure, and create a supportive regulatory framework to accelerate the industry's transition towards a greener future. The Zero Emission Shipping - Mission Innovation.
To pave the way for a greener future in shipping, the availability of alternative fuels plays a vital role in their widespread adoption. However, this availability is influenced by factors such as port infrastructure, local regulations, and government policies. As the demand for cleaner fuels in shipping rises and environmental regulations become more stringent, efforts are underway to improve the accessibility of these fuels through infrastructure development, collaborations, and investments in production facilities.
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) infrastructure has seen significant growth in recent years, resulting in more LNG bunkering facilities and LNG-powered vessels. Nonetheless, the availability of LNG as a marine fuel can still vary depending on the region. To ensure consistent availability worldwide, there is a need for further development of LNG supply chains and infrastructure. For biofuels, their availability hinges on production capacity and the availability of feedstock. Although biofuels are being produced and utilized in various sectors, their availability as a marine fuel remains limited. Scaling up biofuel production and establishing robust supply chains are imperative to ensure wider availability within the shipping industry.Hydrogen, as a fuel for maritime applications, is still in the early stages of infrastructure development. While some hydrogen vessels have been tested or introduced in the first quarter of last year, the infrastructure required for hydrogen production and distribution needs further advancement.
Ammonia, as a marine fuel, currently faces limitations in availability. The production, storage, and handling infrastructure for ammonia need further development to support its widespread use in the shipping industry.Methanol, on the other hand, is already a commercially available fuel and has been used as a blend with conventional fuels in some ships. However, its availability as a standalone marine fuel can still be limited in certain regions. Bureau Veritas in October 2022 published a White Paper for the Alternative Fuels Outlook. This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of alternative fuels for the shipping industry, taking into account key factors such as technological maturity, availability, safety, emissions, and regulations.
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