All G2 Ocean articles

  • G2 Ocean implements Seaber software
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    G2 Ocean implements Seaber software

    2025-02-06T09:54:00Z

    Norwegian shipping line G2 Ocean has implemented Seaber’s chartering and schedule optimisation software, Seaber.io.

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    Maritime sector embraces cyber risks to realise rewards

    2024-11-14T09:00:00Z

    DNV research shows that six in ten marine industry professionals believe that the industry needs to accept greater cyber risk from digitalisation if it facilitates innovation and new technologies. Multipurpose and heavy lift shipping lines are implementing robust security to deal with what is a growing threat.

  • Marubeni Corporation acquires share in Gearbulk
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    Marubeni acquires 28 percent share in Gearbulk

    2024-10-14T07:30:00Z

    Japan’s Marubeni Corporation will purchase a 28 percent stake in Gearbulk Holding.

  • G2 Ocean fleet expands with two additional dual-fuel vessels
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    More dual-fuel ships to join G2 Ocean fleet

    2024-08-23T08:00:00Z

    G2 Ocean confirmed that it will expand its fleet with two additional dual-fuel vessels.

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    High hurdles cleared in decarbonisation push

    2024-08-22T08:46:00Z

    The heavy lift and multipurpose shipping sector will play an integral role in the global energy transition, however, decarbonising its own activities has proven to be a challenge. Still, the regulatory net around the sector is tightening and the latest FuelEU Maritime rules are likely to have a significant impact.

  • MOL becomes larger partner in G2 Ocean
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    MOL becomes larger partner in G2 Ocean

    2024-06-27T07:30:00Z

    Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), which holds 49 percent of the shares in Gearbulk, will acquire an additional 23 percent stake in the company.

  • G2 Ocean’s record project cargo volumes and dual-fuel fleet expansion
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    ​G2 Ocean’s record project cargo volumes and dual-fuel fleet expansion

    2024-05-21T07:21:00Z

    Arthur English, ceo at G2 Ocean, speaks on the carrier’s second consecutive record year of project cargo volumes, and the steps it has taken to reduce the carbon intensity of its fleet.

  • G2 Ocean improves in PwC Climate Index
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    G2 Ocean improves in PwC Climate Index

    2023-08-21T12:49:00Z

    Norway-headquartered shipping line G2 Ocean has made significant strides in the 2023 PwC Climate Index. Having been placed in the lowest performance category in 2022, the company now secured a spot in Category 3, signifying its commitment to climate reporting and sustainability.

  • G2 Ocean ships 367-tonne reactor to Houston
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    G2 Ocean ships 367-tonne reactor to Houston

    2023-07-28T07:26:00Z

    G2 Ocean completed the delivery of a 367-tonne reactor from Rotterdam to Houston aboard its vessel Star Istind – the heaviest piece of cargo the shipping line has moved to date.

  • G2 Ocean joins ICHCA
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    G2 Ocean focuses on safety with ICHCA International membership

    2023-07-10T12:06:00Z

    Norwegian shipping line G2 Ocean is joining the International Cargo Handling Coordination Association (ICHCA International) as part of its commitment to providing a safe work environment and achieving zero injuries in its operations.

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    MyG2 opened up to third-parties to boost collaboration

    2023-06-21T08:56:00Z

    Shipping line G2 Ocean has opened up its digital shipping platform, MyG2, to port agents, freight forwarders, and spot customers.

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    G2 Ocean embarks on fleet expansion

    2023-06-01T08:56:00Z

    Norwegian shipping line G2 Ocean is strengthening its fleet with the addition of a 55,889 dwt semi-open vessel and up to four ammonia-ready 82,300 dwt open hatch vessels.

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    G2 Ocean reaffirms commitment to Brake

    2023-05-24T07:57:00Z

    Since July 2022, shipping line G2 Ocean’s inbound and outbound North American service has been calling at the port of Brake, Germany. The carrier has now affirmed its cooperation with terminal provider J. Müller having signed a strategic partnership agreement.

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    K2 Project Forwarding bolsters team

    2023-01-13T09:18:00Z

    K2 Project Forwarding – a joint venture of Peak Group and deugro group to serve the Norwegian market – has expanded its team with three appointments.

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    Multipurpose shipping in position to weather 2023 storms

    2023-01-12T10:48:00Z

    While multipurpose vessel rates are expected to soften through 2023, the rate of decline is expected to be less than in competing sectors such as containerships and handysize dry bulk carriers, according to the latest forecasts from Drewry. 

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    G2 Ocean opens Dubai office

    2022-11-21T14:00:00Z

    G2 Ocean has expanded its presence in the Middle East and opened an office in Dubai, UAE.

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    ​G2 introduces carbon offset programme

    2022-09-01T09:37:00Z

    Shipping line G2 Ocean has launched a carbon offset programme for its customers, enabling them to digitally offset the emissions of their shipments by choosing to fund one or multiple trusted climate projects.

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    G2 Ocean calls on StormGeo services

    2022-06-29T09:14:00Z

    Norway-based G2 Ocean has signed an agreement with StormGeo for weather routing and voyage performance services.

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    G2 in All Aboard Alliance

    2022-05-27T08:25:00Z

    G2 Ocean and 24 industry partners are establishing an alliance to advance diversity, equity and inclusion in the maritime industry – the All Aboard Alliance. 

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    G2 Ocean outlines net-zero future

    2022-03-31T08:22:00Z

    Ocean carrier G2 Ocean said that it aims to become a net-zero emissions company by 2050. Furthermore, it commits to bring zero-emission-capable vessels on to the water by 2030.