A Comprehensive Compliance Strategy: From Data to Verification
FuelEU Maritime introduces a complex set of obligations that require shipping companies to gather, calculate, and report a wide range of data. This is an even greater challenge for companies operating vessels on the spot market, where it is often difficult to plan the use of alternative fuels for voyages within the scope of the regulation in advance.
At Global Factor, we work alongside companies to implement a complete compliance strategy that integrates seamlessly into their operations. our team has the expertise and market access to help you achieve your goals.
Our support begins with the development of a FuelEU Maritime compliance plan. This includes assessing each vessel’s route, fuel mix, and energy consumption to identify potential compliance deficits or opportunities for improvement. We conduct gap analyses to align current practices with regulatory requirements and advise on how to reduce the greenhouse gas (GHG) intensity of energy used on board.
We also help companies define their fleet compliance strategy, including banking, borrowing, and pooling. These mechanisms are essential for optimising compliance over time and avoiding penalties. Our team evaluates each fleet’s structure to determine whether pooling between vessels may help reduce the overall penalty risk. In addition, we provide access to the most cost-efficient pooling options through bilateral agreements, securing competitive pricing by aggregating volumes.
When alternative fuels such as Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBOs) are in use or under consideration, we support companies in understanding their double-counting benefits and in planning for the potential 2% quota beginning in 2034. We also analyse the economic and environmental impact of investing in advance in on-shore power supply (OPS) for passenger ships and container vessels, particularly at TEN-T ports where OPS use becomes mandatory from 2030.
Anticipating Challenges and Supporting Long-Term Decarbonisation
At Global Factor, we understand that FuelEU Maritime is not just a compliance exercise — it’s a roadmap for long-term decarbonisation in maritime transport. That’s why we help companies go beyond short-term fixes and design strategies that are sustainable, scalable, and aligned with broader ESG goals.
We support clients in exploring:
● Energy efficiency improvements (e.g. retrofitting vessels, route optimisation).
● Fuel switching scenarios and cost-benefit analyses of transitioning to low-carbon alternatives.
● Investment planning for OPS.
● GHG emissions monitoring frameworks for multi-regulation alignment (FuelEU, EU ETS, MRV, IMO DCS).
Our cross-disciplinary team brings together expertise in climate regulation, maritime operations, and financial planning, allowing us to offer customised, practical, and forward-looking solutions.
Whether you manage a small fleet or a multinational shipping operation, Global Factor can help you turn regulatory compliance into a driver of innovation and climate leadership.
