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Consultancy Services

Strategic maritime advisory for investors, shipowners, and institutions — covering ship finance, SNP broking, asset advisory, vetting consultancy, and terminal advisory.

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CFOs & Boards
Our Typical Clients
Investment Advisory
Asset-Backed Consulting
SNP & Finance
Broking & Advisory
SIRE / Vetting
Inspection Ready

Strategic Maritime Advisory You Can Trust

Carbon Shipping's Consultancy practice provides independent, expert advice to investors, shipowners, financial institutions, and corporate boards navigating the complexities of the maritime sector. Our consultants bring deep operational expertise — having worked as Heads of Chartering, Ship Owners, and Operators.

From advising on vessel acquisition strategy to preparing vessels for sale, and from structuring ship finance deals to achieving SIRE vetting approvals, we provide practical, actionable guidance at every stage of the maritime asset lifecycle.

Consultancy Services
Independent
Expert Advice

Our Consultancy Specialisations

Investment Consulting & Asset Advisory

We provide investment consulting and advisory on maritime assets — advising CFOs, Boards, sovereign wealth funds, and private equity on vessel acquisition strategy, fleet renewal, and asset monetisation. Our analysis covers market timing, asset selection, and returns modelling.

Asset valuation & market timing
Fleet strategy & renewal planning
Returns modelling & risk assessment
Sovereign wealth & PE advisory

Ship Finance Advisory & Broking

We assist shipowners and investors in structuring and securing ship finance — working with commercial banks, export credit agencies, leasing houses, and private lenders. We provide independent advice on deal structures and connect clients with the most appropriate financing sources.

Bank & ECA debt structuring
Sale & leaseback arrangements
Refinancing and restructuring
Financial due diligence support

S&P (SNP) Broking Services

Carbon Shipping acts as Sale & Purchase broker for both buyers and sellers of second-hand tonnage. Leveraging our global network and market knowledge, we identify counterparties, negotiate MoA terms, and manage the transaction through to completion.

Buyer representation & search
Seller representation & marketing
MoA negotiation & management
Due diligence & delivery support

SIRE / Vetting Consultancy

We prepare vessels and crew for SIRE (Ship Inspection Report) and CDI inspections — one of the most critical commercial requirements for tanker vessels. Our vetting consultants conduct thorough pre-inspection audits, crew coaching, and deficiency remediation to achieve top-rated results.

Pre-SIRE internal audit & coaching
OCIMF/SIRE question framework training
Deficiency analysis & remediation
CDI and USCG inspection preparation

Pre-Sale Preparation & Support

Maximising vessel sale price requires careful preparation. We advise on defect rectification priorities, documentation completeness, vessel presentation, and buyer due diligence management — ensuring your asset achieves its best possible value in the market.

Defect prioritisation & remediation
Certificate & class record audit
Buyer Q&A management
MoA condition negotiation support

Terminal, Tankage & Berth Advisory

We provide specialist consultancy on terminal operations, tankage investments, and berth utilisation. Our experience on both the vessel and shore side enables us to bridge the gap between ship operators and terminal operators, optimising logistics and commercial arrangements.

Terminal operational efficiency
Tankage investment analysis
Berth utilisation optimisation
Ship-shore interface consulting

Who We Work With

Financial Institutions

Banks, leasing companies, and export credit agencies requiring independent maritime advisory to support lending and investment decisions.

Private Equity & Family Offices

Alternative investors seeking exposure to the maritime sector through asset acquisition, management, and monetisation strategies.

Industrial Corporates

Energy companies, commodity traders, and industrial groups seeking to optimise their shipping logistics and terminal operations.

Shipowners & Operators

Private and public shipowners seeking independent advice on fleet strategy, asset transactions, vetting compliance, and finance optimisation.

Need Independent Maritime Advice?

Whether you're evaluating a vessel investment, seeking finance, or preparing for a SIRE inspection — our consultants are ready to help you navigate the challenge.