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Metis, a pioneer in digital solutions for fleet performance management, and Nereus Digital Bunkers, a maritime software company specialising in marine fuels have entered into a strategic cooperation that aims to revolutionise bunkering operations through data-driven insights and streamlined processes. By combining the strengths of both companies, this collaboration leverages cloud-to-cloud integration for seamless data exchange, delivering two unique services to support the optimal management and execution of bunkering processes. Fleet performance metrics The Metis platform will provide detailed bunkering information by port including indicative pricing, pricing trends, fuel quality reports, bunker delivery delays, and vendor performance ratings. This enables ship operators to access vital market data alongside fleet performance metrics. Meanwhile, the Nereus platform will benefit from real customer demand-driven inquiries during the voyage planning stage. Maritime operational efficiency “The synergy between Nereus’s expertise in marine fuel management and Metis’s comprehensive performance insights marks a new chapter for maritime operational efficiency,” said Nikolas Gkikas, Founder - CEO, of Nereus Digital Bunkers. “This is a collaboration which will drive greater value for the shipping community.” Holistic solutions “This partnership reflects our commitment to delivering holistic solutions that integrate diverse data sources for smarter decision-making,” commented Panos Theodossopoulos, Chief Executive Officer, of Metis. “It also underscores the vision we share with Nereus to empower the maritime sector with innovative tools that foster sustainability, efficiency, and transparency by providing actionable insights to optimise operations.”

Hoppe Marine GmbH (Germany) and Metis (Greece) have entered into a strategic cooperation in the field of onboard Data Acquisition. More specifically the cooperation ensures the seamless integration of Hoppe’s data collection systems with the Metis cloud-based performance management platform. This partnership aims to expand the use of high-frequency data analytics in vessel performance management, offering customers greater flexibility for real-time monitoring and strategic decision-making. Strategic agreement The agreement was formalised during the SMM exhibition, with Panos Theodossopoulos (CEO, Metis) and Hauke Hendricks (Head of Sales, Hoppe Marine) representing their respective companies. Hauke Hendricks said, "Hoppe's strength, the precise data collection on board and its transmission for further processing on land, together with Metis platform offer our customers a great overall package to get large amounts of data optimally processed for further decision making!" Telemetry-first approach "This partnership is fully aligned with our telemetry-first approach and underscores our belief that collaboration is key to driving innovation and transparency across the maritime sector," said Panos Theodossopoulos, CEO, of Metis.  Panos Theodossopoulos adds, "In addition to our in-house technology and expertise, we are commercially partnering with Hoppe, which through its accurate onboard data collection system will allow us to scale and extend our market reach, offering at the same time more flexibility to our customers." Both companies look forward to leveraging their combined strengths to provide state-of-the-art maritime technology solutions.

A collaboration between Metis, Kongsberg Digital, and Tankerska Plovidba has significantly advanced the Croatian owner’s strategy of using real-time analytics to enhance fleet efficiency and reduce ship emissions. The 49,990 dwt Tankerska ship Vukovar has been installed with an integrated Metis-Kongsberg package. The solution imports data acquired through Vessel Insight, Kongsberg Digital’s vessel-to-cloud infrastructure, into the advanced vessel and fleet performance analytics platform developed by Metis. Machinery and hull performance Information is presented to the user via live dashboards and performance updates Vessel Insight captures data from shipboard control systems and sensors, translating it into clear, usable sets. With an edge computer on the ship, data is aggregated, compressed and cached, then uploaded to a secure location in the cloud.  Once accessed by the Metis platform, it can be analysed for machinery and hull performance, ship emissions, or any other parameter set by the owner. Information is presented to the user via live dashboards and performance updates. IMO’s CII scheme  The Metis platform offers real-time monitoring of the ship’s machinery and operational status For Vukovar, the Metis platform offers real-time monitoring of the ship’s machinery and operational status, with analytics covering fuel oil consumption, main engine and diesel generators, operational profile and performance, and electrical power utilisation. “The collaborative nature of the project is reflected in the owner’s requirements for scheduled technical and noon reports, while the IMO’s Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) scheme is also included in the analytics,” said Panos Theodossopoulos, CEO Metis. “This project also brought an opportunity for Metis to offer enhanced voyage planning, with accurate weather predictions used to optimise fuel oil consumption, ETA and carbon intensity expectations.” Digital fleet management capabilities "This collaboration enhances Tankerska Plovidba's digital fleet management capabilities and sets a standard for utilising real-time data to support sustainable operations. Leveraging data from the vessel's sensors and systems is important in running their operations efficiently and effectively." "We are very pleased to see Tankerska take a major leap in their digitalisation journey through the Metis-Kongsberg Digital joint solution," says Kim Evanger, Director of Ecosystem P&A at Kongsberg Digital. Tankerska’s commitment “This installation is part of Tankerska’s commitment to be in the vanguard of the digital transformation that is helping shipping achieve its goals for greater efficiency and lower carbon operations,” said Mario Pavić, CEO Tankerska.  “The integrated solution is both state-of-the-art and straightforward to apply, while the Metis-Kongsberg combination of expertise and experience has met our support needs at every step of the project.”

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is having a profound and multifaceted impact throughout the business world, driving a transformation across all sectors by significantly increasing efficiency, enabling data-driven decision-making, and fostering innovation. Maritime is one of the many industries that are already benefiting from deploying AI. In the future, the potential is even bigger. In maritime as in many other markets, the key to success is balancing the use of AI with human labour. The current trend is to augment human work through automation of routine tasks and the creation of new business models. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: How can the maritime industry benefit from applying artificial intelligence (AI)? Please provide some examples.