Top KPIs your Fleet and Chartering Teams should be Showing you in 2026

C suites are no longer satisfied with generic “utilization is good” and “markets are volatile” updates. They want a short list of hard KPIs that show whether fleet and chartering teams are actually turning...
Top 12 Hidden Costs That Kill Fleet Profits

Running a commercial fleet is already a high-stakes operation, but many shipowners are bleeding cash in ways they don’t even realize. Beyond the obvious costs like fuel and crew salaries, there’s a web of...
Top 20 KPIs Every Fleet Manager Should Track

Smart data. Sharp sailing. Running a commercial fleet without tracking KPIs is like navigating without instruments. These metrics help fleet managers make smarter decisions, from fuel and maintenance to safety and profitability. This report...
The Most Affordable Ways to Modernize Aging Fleets in 2025

In an industry where margins are tight, fuel costs are high, and regulations are becoming stricter, modernizing an aging fleet is no longer optional—it’s a necessity. But for shipowners operating older vessels, the thought...
51 Proven Strategies to Increase Fleet Profitability

Running a profitable fleet has never been more challenging—or more important. Rising fuel costs, unpredictable freight rates, stricter regulations, and global economic shifts are squeezing margins across the maritime industry. Shipowners and fleet managers...
Dark Fleets, Dark Consequences: Top 10 Ways Shadow Fleets Impact Us All

Hidden across international waters, shadow fleets present challenges that ripple through economies, ecosystems, and security frameworks. These ships, operating outside established norms, raise significant concerns for global trade, regulation, and safety. Let’s take a...
Fleet Longevity: 20 Key Strategies to Extend the Life of Your Ships

Extending the lifespan of a fleet can lead to massive savings. Replacing a single vessel can cost millions, while strategic maintenance and upgrades can achieve the same results for a fraction of the price....
Top Cost Cutting Strategies for Fleets

In an industry as competitive and capital-intensive as maritime shipping, fleet owners are constantly seeking ways to reduce operational costs while maintaining efficiency and compliance. Rising fuel prices, labor expenses, and increasing regulatory demands...