Benchmarking bulkers delivered between 2010 and 2016, identifying the effect of the EEDI introduction

The EEDI is one measure to identify the energy efficiency of a vessel. Besides EEDI there are many other aspects relevant when considering the energy efficiency quality of a vessel, most based on design insights. In this paper, a set of ten relevant indicators are identified to establish the performance of the vessel and pinpoint the source of...

Generalized Additive Models on Estimation of Newbuilding Prices and Lead Times for Bulk Carriers

When placing orders of new vessels, shipowners are most concerned about two things: how much they need to pay and how long they need to wait, and the estimation of newbuilding prices and lead times for new vessels is important to both shipowners and shipbuilders. This thesis introduces the generalized additive model (GAM) as the specific...

Shipping and shipbuilding scenario evaluations through integration of maritime and macroeconomic models

This research focusses on the use of consistent scenarios to help ship owners, banks and other parties with an interest the maritime business get a better grip on the future. Three levels of detail can be distinguished for the maritime industry. The macroeconomic level is the highest and focusses on the behaviour of countries and the trade...