- Skretting has entered into a 15-year agreement with Vertom and Strand Shipping to lease four modern diesel-electric vessels.
- This collaboration aims to streamline the import of raw materials while significantly reducing the environmental footprint of Skretting’s supply chain.
Skretting has signed a 15-year agreement with Vertom and Strand Shipping for the lease of four diesel-electric vessels, according to the company’s release.
Commitment to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence
The collaboration focuses on importing raw materials for Skretting’s supply chain while reducing environmental impact.
The partnership involves the construction of four vessels, most scheduled for delivery in 2026.
Vertom will oversee the building process, while Strand Shipping will manage daily operations. The vessels feature energy-efficient hulls and a diesel-electric, multi-fuel propulsion system, expected to reduce fuel consumption and emissions by approximately 30% compared to conventional systems.
Additional features include biofuel capabilities, shore-power connections, and, where feasible, wind-assisted propulsion systems, alongside other decarbonization measures.
Over the past year, Skretting, Vertom, and Strand Shipping, with support from logistics partner Kuehne + Nagel, have developed this solution to meet environmental and performance standards.
“This 15-year partnership underscores a shared commitment to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence,” the companies stated in a joint release. The agreement builds on prior cooperation among the partners.
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Source: Vertom
