The Hamburg-based company, John T Essberger will receive International Chemical Tanker Industry Leader award for its outstanding contributions to the maritime industry, particularly in the realm of sustainable shipping and technological innovation.
The award acknowledges Essberger’s substantial investment in environmentally friendly tonnage including two state-of-the-art, 7,100-dwt stainless steel dual-fuel chemical tankers, Eberhart Essberger and Heinrich Essberger.
Essberger’s sustainability initiatives have played a crucial role in securing this accolade. The company has made significant strides in introducing LNG-powered chemical tankers, such as Liselotte Essberger, which comply with Tier III environmental standards. Furthermore, Essberger has placed orders for methanol-capable tankers, demonstrating its proactive approach to decarbonisation.
The company’s innovative Plastic-Free @ Sea Initiative, in partnership with Hatenboer-Water, has eliminated single-use plastic water bottles on its vessels. This programme, which involves installing bottle filling stations and prefiltration units, exemplifies Essberger’s commitment to reducing marine pollution.
This award underscores Essberger’s enduring legacy and its vision for the future of maritime shipping.
