Captain Keane introduced the history of BP Shipping, current challenges facing the tanker market and his experience of being a Master.

Summary:

1. BP Shipping takes safety very seriously and considers this a priority above all else.
2. The environment is much more of an issue now than ever before and BP Shipping believes it is vital that companies take responsibility for the environment they operate in. Hence, reducing emissions is of high importance.
3. A flexible approach to vessel performance speed management is essential as it directly affects the efficiency of the voyage and the company’s commercial success. Having better information to make critical business decisions is fundamental to our success.

“Our mission [BP Shipping] is to transport each barrel of oil from one place to another place safetly, efficiently, and with the minimum impact on the environment. We have evaluated that Weathernews’ TFMS service has had a positive impact on our fleet performance and the environment due to around a 3.5% fuel & emission reduction.”
Captain Keane said.

Weathernews will continue to develop its service menu to live up BP Shipping & other tanker company’s expectations.