Maersk Tankers, a leading name in the global shipping industry, is set to launch a new chemical tanker pool called Maersk Tankers Chemicals on October 1st. This strategic move is designed to bolster its market presence and expand its service offerings. The new pool aims to maximize returns for J19 vessels, which are stainless-steel chemical tankers with a capacity ranging from 19 000 to 22 500 DWT.
The Maersk Tankers Chemicals pool promises a flexible and transparent operating model. It offers partners the advantage of no minimum commitment period and flexible redelivery terms, ensuring a smooth onboarding process. This model is intended to attract and retain partners by providing a fair earnings structure and leveraging Maersk Tankers‘ extensive expertise in chemical vessel operations.
Source: Maersk Tankers
This new venture follows Maersk Tankers‘ recent acquisition of Penfield Marine, a boutique commercial management company, completed in January. The acquisition has allowed Maersk Tankers to scale up its crude and product tanker operations significantly. The combined fleet now manages approximately 240 vessels, including around 45 owned by affiliated companies.
Penfield Marine, founded in 2012, brings additional value with its global operations across Panamax/LR1, Aframax/LR2, and Suezmax pools. Its diverse clientele includes major oil companies and traders, further enhancing Maersk Tankers’ service capabilities and market reach.
The establishment of the Maersk Tankers Chemicals pool is expected to strengthen Maersk Tankers’ position in the market, providing increased opportunities for partners and enhancing its overall service offerings in the chemical tanker segment.
