and operating ships efficiently. An efficient ship is profitable and environmentally compatible. efficiency. engages in the research and development of ship efficiency. Middle East / Africa. dominate ship operation. index which is a tool to determine the fuel consumption. added Schramm. transparent with the data associated to each vessel and voyage segment. can actively further minimize emissions. transport more cargo and improve their index even further. MEPC/Circ.471. ships. survey status of their GL classed fleet. cargo. eventually be used to minimise emissions from transport. the shipping industry. Scandinavia.