Customers in the gas carrier segment require technical expertise closer to the commercial business. To address this, Maersk Tankers is bringing technical management in-house. The tanker fleet will be included to ensure scale.
This step follows Maersk Tankers’ growing engagement in the gas carrier segment and its investment in VLACs with ammonia dual-fuel options, supporting future engine- and fuels development.
“We are building 10 Very Large Ammonia Carriers (VLACs) and providing in-house technical management is critical to deliver the service our customers require for new technologies such as dual-fuel ammonia. To achieve scale, we include tankers as well,” says Tina Revsbech, CEO, Maersk Tankers.
Maersk Tankers and Synergy Group are collaborating to deliver a smooth and professional transition, anticipated to conclude during 2026.
“We are grateful to Synergy Group for the strong partnership and welcome the possibility of working together again where it aligns with our mutual priorities. As we engage further in the gas carrier segment, we require a setup that brings technical expertise closer to our commercial business – and at scale,” Revsbech adds.
Tommy Thomassen, Chief Operating Officer at Maersk Offshore Wind and former Chief Technical Officer at Maersk Tankers, will oversee the transition and guide the planning of a future-fit technical setup at Maersk Tankers, while continuing his responsibilities at Maersk Offshore Wind.