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More than a quarter of maritime parts and service suppliers have been identified as having high or very-high cyber vulnerabilities, according to new data from Achilles Network. Through Procureship’s integration with Achilles, shipping companies can now access Achilles’ verified ESG and cyber indicators directly inside their procurement workflows, giving them immediate visibility of verified supplier credentials. The long-term partnership between Procureship and Achilles, announced in March 2025, is now live and brings Achilles’ verified Sustainability Scores into the Procureship platform. This ensures that buyers can reference consistent, third-party-assessed ESG data at the exact moment of supplier evaluation, supporting stronger supplier selection practices and more resilient supply chain management, while reducing exposure to compliance risks. Risks for shipping companies More than 1,000 global suppliers were assessed as part of a 12-month review process to identify potential risks for shipping companies across environment, social, governance, and cyber domains. According to the data, 28% of those assessed were identified as having a high or very-high cyber risk, while more than half of those reviewed were shown to lack third-party-assured anti-bribery systems, public liability insurance or information security policies. Greenhouse gas emissions In addition, roughly a quarter of suppliers do not yet measure their greenhouse gas emissions while more than a half of those reviewed were shown to be using uncertified carbon systems. However, the review also showed that nearly half of suppliers are using certified environmental management systems while nearly 13% have decarbonisation plans in place. Own ESG strategies “Understanding the ESG capabilities of suppliers across the maritime industry is crucial to safeguard the day-to-day operations of global shipowners and reinforce their own ESG strategies." "By ensuring these data points are now available within Procureship, our users have the confidence to work with suppliers and contractors that can strengthen their own business practices and minimise any potential risk,” said Grigoris Lamprou, CEO and Co-Founder of Procureship. Risk management from reactive to predictive “Shipping companies are increasingly using data-driven insights to target greater supplier relations and address their own environmental and cyber vulnerabilities." "By embedding this type of data into the Procureship platform, users are able to gain early warnings of potential supplier vulnerabilities, enabling them to shift their risk management from reactive to predictive,” said Craig Rodgerson, CEO of Achilles.  Operational and compliance standards Procureship showcases Achilles’ data both in supplier profiles and in supplier search engine results, while buyers can check the suppliers’ Achilles scores on the spot during the evaluation of quotations. Through this process, users can easily source products and services from companies that meet their operational and compliance standards, helping them make more informed procurement decisions.

Procureship, the maritime industry’s renowned e-procurement platform provider, has partnered with Copenhagen-based climate data specialist - ReFlow to launch a new Scope 3 emissions solution to enable ship owners, operators, and managers to prepare for new climate-related reporting requirements by mapping emissions across their procurement value chains. As shipping stakeholders begin to respond to new requirements set out by the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), there is a greater need for documented data on the Scope 3 emissions of commercial vessels calling at EU ports. Modern procurement processes Most of whom lack the knowledge or data on the emissions associated with their supply chains Consequently, demand is rising for increased transparency among maritime procurement professionals seeking to remain compliant. This challenge is compounded by the growing complexity of modern procurement processes, with shipping companies purchasing thousands of products across dozens of vessels each year, often using hundreds of suppliers, most of whom lack the knowledge or data on the emissions associated with their supply chains. Product-level Scope 3 emissions data The newly launched ‘EmissionPassport’ solution from Procureship and ReFlow now offers a convenient and structured way to collect product-level Scope 3 emissions data. Powered by a custom-built climate calculation engine, the solution, which is integrated directly into the Procureship platform, delivers verified, scientific Scope 3 emissions data without disrupting daily procurement workflows. Internal climate assessments and external reporting While climate data is not used to drive procurement decisions within the platform, EmissionPassport ensures that critical emissions insights are available and traceable across vessel-level activities, providing a valuable foundation for internal climate assessments and external reporting. EmissionPassport ensures that critical emissions insights are known and traceable across vessel-level activities “Shipowners and operators are managing increasingly complex data challenges as they prepare for new climate reporting requirements,” said Mogens Thyssen, Chief Commercial Officer at ReFlow. Mogens Thyssen adds, “By embedding ReFlow’s Scope 3 data capabilities within Procureship, we’re making it easier for maritime players to access structured, science-based climate data that supports long-term compliance and transparency.” Building robust data structures "With this collaboration, Procureship and ReFlow are building robust data structures that support trust, accuracy, and future climate disclosure for procurement professionals in the maritime sector, while giving them the confidence to navigate the complexities of sustainability legislation,” added Mogens Thyssen. The EmissionPassport also supports alignment with emerging methodologies through collaboration with the International Marine Purchasing Association (IMPA) and its Maritime Environmental Footprint (IMEF) Initiative, working toward a shared climate data standard for maritime procurement. Scope 3 carbon emission levels EmissionPassport also supports alignment with emerging methodologies via union IMPA and IMEF “Sustainability managers and procurement professionals in the maritime sector are facing a major challenge when it comes to understanding their Scope 3 carbon emission levels of their fleet. This solution, in conjunction with ReFlow, will build the data backbone needed for Scope 3 climate reporting,” said Carsten Schmidt, Vice President of Sales at Procureship. Decarbonisation strategies of ship owners Carsten Schmidt adds, “Shipping needs to prepare for changes to emissions regulations from governments around the world. Over the next decade, the addition of Scope 3 emissions management will provide greater opportunities for shipping companies looking to run greener operations. Our integration with ReFlow will help our users comply with changing emissions regulations, which are likely to be challenging over the next few years.” The launch of the EmissionPassport is Procureship’s latest update that helps to support decarbonisation strategies of ship owners, operators and managers by highlighting environmental impact hotspots, identifying opportunities for action, and improving decision-making capabilities across the procurement supply chain.

Achilles, a pioneer in supply chain risk management solutions, and Procureship, the world’s pioneering e-procurement platform, have agreed on a long-term partnership to enhance the ESG capabilities of the shipping industry’s procurement processes.  The latest agreement will bring efficiencies to the supply chain assessment and purchasing process for Procureship members. Procureship provides streamlined purchasing for more than 100 fleet owners and operators, including BW LNG, Angelicoussis Group, Oldendorff Carriers, Starbulk Group, TB Marine and Technomar. Benefit from standardised processes Achilles Maritime Network provides a forum for shipowners and chiefs to team By leveraging advanced analytics, machine learning tools, and a unique supplier recommendation engine, Procureship simplifies the procurement process between buyers and suppliers. The Achilles Maritime Network provides a platform for shipowners and managers to collaborate, reduce risks, and enhance supply chain visibility while lowering costs and administrative burdens. Suppliers and contractors benefit from standardised processes and pre-qualification, fostering stronger relationships and business growth. Users of the Procureship platform The network supports transparency, sustainability, and responsible business practices in the maritime industry. Members of the Achilles Maritime Network include BW LNG and LPG, Odfjell, Seapeak and Seasourcing. Through this agreement, users of the Procureship platform can access the Achilles service to improve visibility of their suppliers’ sustainability performance. Procureship will also offer its supplier network the opportunity to demonstrate their Achilles score and standout through a rigorous, independent assessment. Procureship’s supplier profiles Buyers are able to check the suppliers’ Achilles scores on the spot during the evaluation of quotes The Achilles Sustainability Score will be reflected in Procureship’s supplier profiles and displayed in supplier search engine results. Additionally, buyers will be able to check the suppliers’ Achilles scores on the spot during the evaluation of quotations. This will allow maritime purchasers to easily source products from companies that align with their standards, providing greater transparency and confidence in their procurement decisions. ESG module to marketplace services “Procureship identified the need for an ESG module to complement our existing marketplace services and recognised the expertise we would gain through this partnership with Achilles,” said Grigoris Lamprou, Co-Founder and CEO of Procureship.  “For our clients, the ability to easily access information on supplier sustainability practices reinforces trust across the supply chain.” Shipping sector purchasing process “The aim of Achilles is to ensure that procurement professionals within the shipping sector have a streamlined purchasing process that improves visibility, drives ESG metrics and increases process efficiency,” said Paul Stanley, CEO, Achilles. “Including supplier sustainability data within an e-commerce platform like Procureship, cements this strategy with a simplified, yet robust process.”