Greek tanker operator Avin International has joined FuelEU Maritime compliance pooling solution Ahti Pool.
Avin manages a fleet of about 35 oil and chemical tankers with a total capacity exceeding 2.5m tonnes and employs over 2,000 shore and sea personnel. The company has constructed the world’s first ammonia-ready Suezmax vessel and continues to invest in future-ready tonnage.
Avin has been recognised for its leadership in sustainability, through awards such as ESG Shipping for its investments in energy-saving technologies and advanced environmental practices, and being shortlisted for the 2024 Green4Sea Tanker Operator Award.
By joining Ahti Pool, Avin enhances its FuelEU Maritime strategy by complementing its own decarbonisation initiatives with a structured compliance mechanism. The pool provides an additional layer of flexibility and alignment with the regulation, supporting Avin as it advances its broader decarbonisation roadmap across its fleet.
Built specifically for FuelEU Maritime, Ahti Pool manages fleets from leading owners and operators including Van Weelde Group, Bore, Spliethoff, Stenersen and Neste, and administers more than €100m of emissions exposure, providing members with compliance and strategic decarbonisation support.
Capt Pavlos Xagoraris, CEO Avin International, said: “Joining Ahti Pool is a strategic step that strengthens our decarbonisation agenda and supports the next phase of our energy-transition journey. The Pool complements our own initiatives with a structured, market-aligned mechanism for managing FuelEU Maritime requirements across the fleet, enhancing our ability to deliver on our long-term environmental commitments.”
Risto Juhani Kariranta, CEO, Ahti Pool, added: “We are delighted to welcome Avin to Ahti Pool. Avin’s strong track record, investment in future ready tonnage, and commitment to operational excellence make them an ideal partner. Their entry strengthens the pool’s depth and diversity and enhances our ability to optimise compliance at scale for all pool members.”
Image: Avin-managed tanker ‘Kriti Breeze’ (source: Avin International)
