Maritime Impact

In this episode, host Eirik Nyhus explains how the UK emissions trading scheme (UK ETS) is expanding into maritime. He unpacks the implications for shipowners, from reporting requirements to cost exposure, and what is already changing in practice as the industry prepares for compliance. UK ETS – Emissions Trading Scheme Get an FAQ on UK ETS and an overview of DNV services ensuring smooth complianc...

Shore power is increasingly becoming a baseline compliance requirement for shipowners trading to regulated ports. In this podcast episode, host Eirik Nyhus is joined by DNV expert Hilde Bølstad to unpack onshore power supply, including its emissions benefits, growing regulatory relevance, investment barriers, and what it will take to scale across shipping. Click here to download DNV's white paper...

Back from MEPC 84, host Eirik Nyhus breaks down the different positions and proposals on the Net‑Zero Framework brought to the meeting. He also explains what to watch next as negotiations continue, alongside the technical guideline work supporting a possible compromise.   Read our related Technical and Regulatory newsletter for MEPC 84: https://www.dnv.com/news/2026/imo-mepc-84-revisiting-the-net-...

In this episode of DNV Market Views, host Jakub Walenkiewicz talks with Carl-Johan Hagman, Managing Executive Officer of NYK Group Europe and Vice Chairman of the International Chamber of Shipping. Drawing on decades of leadership experience, Carl-Johan reflects on navigating geopolitical turbulence, the effectiveness of the IMO's consensus-based system and the role technical conversations play, t...

Rapid geopolitical developments, shifting trade flows, and rising uncertainty are reshaping the market today, while demographic and economic trends are redefining the world order of tomorrow. In this episode of DNV’s Market Views, host Jakub Walenkiewicz and his guest Christopher Pålsson, CEO and partner of maritime‑insight, discuss the short‑ and long‑term impacts on global trade and how these fo...

In this podcast episode, host Eirik Nyhus speaks with Marius Leisner, lead author of DNV’s latest methanol paper, to explore its key findings. The conversation covers major barriers and potential pathways for the uptake of low-greenhouse-gas (GHG) methanol, as well as insights from the report’s future demand modelling of this promising fuel option. Download the methanol paper for all insights: htt...

Entering into force on 1 July 2026, UK ETS is set to mirror the EU scheme but with its own requirements. In this podcast episode, host Eirik Nyhus, Director Environment at DNV, explains the regulatory details, affected operations, and reporting obligations.

In this episode of DNV’s Market Views videocast, host Jakub Walenkiewicz is joined by Eirik Nyhus to discuss the implications of the adjournment of the IMO’s Net-Zero Framework and what the new regulatory uncertainty means for the maritime market. They also discuss the guideline package that will be worked on until the next vote for adoption.

In this episode, host Eirik Nyhus examines Norway’s upcoming zero-emission rules for passenger ships in UNESCO fjords, their strict fuel requirements, and the broader implications for cruise tourism and compliance.

In this episode, host Eirik Nyhus unpacks the unexpected outcome of the latest IMO MEPC meeting, and explores why key decisions were delayed and what this could mean for the global shipping’s decarbonization efforts.

In this special podcast episode, guest host Øyvind Sekkesæter is joined by Andreas Enger, CEO of Höegh Autoliners to discuss their bold move toward ammonia as a scalable, zero-carbon fuel and what they have done so far to prepare technically and secure future demands.

In his last episode before the summer, Eirik Nyhus provides a round up of global greenhouse gas regulatory action, cutting through the complexity of maritime decarbonization policy to deliver a much-needed status check on FuelEU Maritime, UK ETS and IMO. Tune in to hear what’s known, what’s pending, and the big questions still unanswered.

In the latest episode of DNV’s Market Views videocast, host Jakub Walenkiewicz is joined by Claire Wright, Managing Director of Hanwha Ocean Europe to discuss what can be done about an increasingly ageing fleet, and the challenges being faced by the newbuild market.

In this episode, Eirik Nyhus welcomes Jason Stefanatos, Global Decarbonization Director at DNV to discuss possible industry responses to new greenhouse gas regulations and the role of energy efficiency in adopting sustainable fuels and reaching decarbonization targets. Tune in to explore the challenges and opportunities in the transition to greener shipping practices. You can find all recent white...

The IMO has reached agreement on its Net-Zero Framework and in this episode of the Maritime Impact podcast, host Eirik Nyhus brings you the lowdown from London. How did the member states reach the decision, what exactly does it include and what steps remain before and after the framework is adopted? Listen now to find out all the details. Watch our webinar recording summarizing MEPC 83 here: https...

In this episode of Maritime Impact, host Eirik Nyhus, Director Environment at DNV previews MEPC 83, breaking down the latest updates from ISWG-GHG 18, where political discussions and legal text for mid-term GHG measures moved forward, aiming to finalize a net-zero framework as time runs out.

Pooling arrangements bring over- and under-compliant vessels together to achieve compliance with FuelEU Maritime for all participating vessels. But what does it take to make this complex collaboration work in practice? Jacob Granqvist from Gasum discusses with host Eirik Nyhus possible pooling solutions and necessary measures to ensure that all pooling partners have continuous certainty of complia...

What are the key commercial implications of FuelEU Maritime that you need to be aware of? Helge Hermundsgård joins host Eirik Nyhus to discuss the key actions that stakeholders need to be taking to also prepare existing and new contracts for FuelEU Maritime. For DNV’s new FuelEU Maritime whitepaper, you can follow the link: www.dnv.com/fueleu-paper .

Is shipping prepared for FuelEU Maritime? In this episode of DNV’s Maritime Impact podcast, host Eirik Nyhus looks at the industry’s readiness for the upcoming regulation and provides a recap of the key things to consider and what decisions to expect from the EU until entry into force.

In the latest episode of DNV’s Market Views videocast, host Jakub Walenkiewicz is joined by Dr. Adam Kent of MSI to discuss why shipping is experiencing such high earnings that also drive newbuilding and second-hand prices. What are the current drivers, is it sustainable, and what are the longer-term projections for newbuilding prices?

What is the current direction of the IMO's efforts in formulating regulations to achieve their 2050 decarbonization target? In the first episode of the new series of DNV’s Maritime Impact podcast, host Eirik Nyhus focuses on the latest updates from MEPC 82, analyzing the negotiations and how they might impact the industry’s decarbonization journey.  

Introducing DNV’s new podcast series: Trust and transformations – leaders navigating change. Join us as DNV's CEOs sit down with leaders from a broad range of industries to find out how they’re tackling global transformation, building trust in their business and people, and what they think is coming next for their industry.  Head over to the Trust and transformations channel to hear firsthand how...

Wind assisted propulsion systems (WAPS) are among the promising green technologies helping shipping to decarbonize. Host Eirik Nyhus is joined by WAPS specialist Johanna Tranell to discuss this technology’s potential, important operational and design considerations, its performance measurement and how it can help to deal with current environmental regulations.

The latest episode of DNV’s Market Views videocast includes the second half of Jakub Walenkiewicz’s discussion with Dr. Martin Stopford, author of Maritime Economics. Attention turns to shipping’s greatest disruption: the journey to decarbonization. They discuss a three-point plan to move forward, the role of cargo owners, and consider which technologies will move shipping towards zero emissions.

The EU ETS has introduced new liabilities and responsibilities for maritime stakeholders. Host Eirik Nyhus and DNV Maritime Business Development Manager, Helge Hermundsgård, discuss the practical ramifications of some key features that have a significant commercial impact and how to address them.