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FLEET OPTIMISATION


          Gregory Spourdalakis discusses the shipping industry’s potential to capitalise on AI to
          revolutionise fleet optimisation, acknowledging that solutions like remote diagnostics,
          AI, and data analysis will be central to the future of maritime operations.











                         DIGITALISATION



                         BENEFITS OUTWEIGH


                         THE RISKS





















                                                What are the practical steps involved in a company’s fleet optimisation?
                                                       Fleet optimisation for a company entails several key steps. Firstly,
                                                       meticulous maintenance management is crucial, involving the
                                                       implementation of advanced software for tracking schedules and
                                                       conducting regular inspections. Secondly, cost reduction efforts are
                                                       essential, including training crew members on fuel-efficient practices,
                                                       closely monitoring fuel consumption, and deploying effective fuel
                                                       management systems. Thirdly, sustainability initiatives play a pivotal
                                                       role, encompassing the adoption of eco-friendly practices such as
                                                       alternative fuels, hybrid engines, and route optimisation software
                                                       to minimise emissions and fuel usage. These measures collectively
                                                       enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability, ensuring
                                                       the smooth operation of the company’s fleet.

                                                What is the primary driver for fleet optimisation investments?
                                                       The primary incentive driving investments in fleet optimisation is
                                                       to bolster navigational, operational, and commercial performance,
                                                       thereby delivering heightened value to customers. This optimisation
                                                       endeavour strives to augment efficiency, transparency, and opera-
                                                       tional efficacy in ship management processes.
                                                       At Columbia Group, leveraging cutting-edge digital platforms like
                                                       OneLink and the Performance Optimisation Control Room (POCR),
          by Gregory Spourdalakis,                     we harness the latest technological advancements and digital meth-
          Managing Director                            odologies within a secure framework to optimise various facets of
          at Columbia Shipmanagement Greece
                                                       fleet performance. Such strategic investments are paramount for

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