Fuel choice is the biggest factor in the decarbonisation strategy, but efficiency remains the most immediate and cost-effective way to cut emissions and improve competitiveness. With tightening CII ratings and the coming FuelEU requirements, shipowners are re-evaluating how energy performance impacts compliance and therefore the cost this incurs. With shipowners investing in improved hull design, digital voyage optimisation, hybrid systems, and wind-assist technologies, it is becoming closer to the forefront – especially with less certainty on alternative fuel compliance. Join this session to hear:

- What efficiency measures are proving most effective in improving CII ratings and offsetting fuel transition costs?

- How can class societies and technology providers support shipowners in implementing and verifying performance improvements?

- How can these investments be integrated into fuel strategy, and what is the realistic cost saving to be made?

- How do we measure return on investment and ensure efficiency upgrades support future low-carbon fuels?