We are thrilled to announce the upcoming addition of the M/T Selandia Swan to our owned fleet this spring. With a CII rating of A, the M/T Selandia Swan represents a milestone in our ongoing commitment to renewing our fleet with new, energy-efficient tonnage.

Additionally, we are further strengthening our fleet with the M/T Tina-M, a 6000-DWT stainless-steel vessel, which will join our fleet on a long-term agreement in April.

Both vessels are sister vessels to the M/T Fionia Swan, which joined our fleet last year, and boast approximately 25% higher efficiency compared to conventional tankers of similar size. This reduction in fuel consumption is a step forward in our efforts to reduce our environmental footprint.

With the addition of M/T Selandia Swan and M/T Tina-M, Uni-Tankers operates five fuel-efficient sister vessels, significantly enhancing our capacity to efficiently transport liquid cargo across the globe.

At Uni-Tankers, we are excited to leverage these vessels as we continue our pursuit of long-term growth, operational excellence, and responsible maritime transportation.

At Uni-Tankers, we believe in more than just transporting goods across the globe – we believe in making waves of change. Through our partnership with Drømme i Sigte, we are empowering individuals to push their boundaries, embrace diversity, and embark on transformative journeys at sea. This collaboration goes beyond the surface, merging adventure with advocacy to create meaningful impact.

Creating opportunities beyond the horizon

Drømme i Sigte is not just a sailing initiative; it’s a platform for personal growth and exploration. Together with Uni-Tankers, the project provides individuals from diverse backgrounds the chance to experience life on the ocean, fostering teamwork, resilience, and a deep appreciation for the maritime world. For many participants, this is their first opportunity to set sail, opening doors to new possibilities and perspectives.

Another unique aspect of this partnership is the involvement of Uni-Tankers employees who get the opportunity to join these transformative sailing expeditions. For Marine Engineer Rasmus, the experience was nothing short of extraordinary. Spending six weeks aboard, he honed his sailing skills, learned to navigate challenging waters, and grew as both a professional and an individual. The trip also allowed him to bond with other participants from diverse backgrounds, fostering a deeper understanding of teamwork and adaptability—skills that are essential in both the maritime world and everyday life.

Similarly, Tanker Operator Amanda Stegmann shared how the program helped her overcome her fear of the ocean and seasickness. Through this journey, she discovered the courage to dive 20 meters below the surface and embraced challenges that pushed her boundaries. For both Rasmus and Amanda, Drømme i Sigte offered not just adventure but also personal development and a renewed appreciation for life at sea.

Promoting diversity and inclusion

At Uni-Tankers, diversity is at the heart of our mission. The maritime industry has traditionally been male-dominated, but we are committed to changing that narrative. Our collaboration with Drømme i Sigte serves as a testament to our dedication to inclusion, encouraging more women and underrepresented groups to consider careers in shipping and maritime operations.

Through this initiative, participants are not only introduced to life at sea but also inspired to see themselves as future leaders in the industry. These experiences demonstrate that anyone, regardless of their background, can contribute to and thrive in the maritime sector.

Bridging tradition and innovation

As a family-owned Danish shipping company with a proud heritage, Uni-Tankers specializes in providing safe and reliable tanker operations worldwide. Our fleet is known for its adaptability and versatility, ensuring efficient and environmentally conscious transport of liquid cargo.

But our story is more than just vessels and cargo. Our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and innovation is what drives us forward. Partnerships like Drømme i Sigte align perfectly with our core values, emphasizing our role as industry leaders who care about the people and communities we touch.

Our collaboration with Drømme i Sigte has already achieved significant milestones:

• Empowering individuals: Dozens of participants have discovered new skills, gained confidence, and connected with the maritime world.
• Building awareness: The program highlights the exciting opportunities in the maritime sector, inspiring the next generation of talent.
• Strengthening maritime diversity: By opening doors to those historically underrepresented in the industry, we’re shaping a more inclusive future.

Looking ahead

The journey doesn’t stop here. Uni-Tankers is committed to continuing this partnership and supporting more adventures that challenge, inspire, and transform. Together with Drømme i Sigte, we’re ensuring that the waves we make today will resonate for generations to come.

For more information about Uni-Tankers and our partnership with Drømme i Sigte, visit:
Drømme i Sigte Official Website

Our collaboration with KS Zatoka Puck in Poland is not only about fostering young talent in sailing but also about building lasting relationships with future seafarers in Poland. Through this partnership, we provide essential resources such as equipment and sponsorships, helping young sailors pursue their passion and develop critical skills in a supportive environment.

KS Zatoka Puck, renowned for nurturing sailing talent, introduces over 300 children to the sport each year. Many of these young sailors go on to compete in both national and international regattas, making this club an ideal partner for Uni-Tankers. One of the highlights of this partnership is the sponsorship of Poland’s largest Optimist class regatta, the Zatoka Puck Cup, which attracts over 400 participants annually. By supporting such events, we are not just investing in sporting excellence but in the personal growth and development of the youth.

Yet, our involvement in the development of future maritime professionals extends beyond the realm of sailing. We are proud to offer a structured cadet strategy that also supports aspiring Polish seafarers. This program mirrors our successful cadet program and offers equal opportunities for cadets of all nationalities. The purpose is to engage Polish cadets in maritime careers and retain them within our company. Through this strategy, we aim to create a supportive environment conducive to the professional growth and development of cadets, ultimately contributing to the sustainability of our workforce and the maritime industry as a whole.
Through this strategy, cadets have access to career pathways that allow them to gain practical experience, qualify for licenses, and progress to more senior positions. For instance, aspiring engineers can pursue the Engineering Watch License by completing the required sea service and exams. Similarly, cadets on the navigation path can work their way to Chief Officer roles through rigorous training and sea service.

By investing in the youth today, we are ensuring the sustainability of the maritime industry tomorrow. Through these initiatives, we strengthen our ties to local communities and build a pipeline of talent that will lead the maritime world into the future. Whether on the water or aboard our vessels, we are dedicated to providing the resources and opportunities that will allow the next generation to succeed.

Learn more about our Cadet Strategy here: https://destination-possible.dk/cadetstrategy/

Hi, my name is Rasmus. I’m 31 years old and have been working with Uni-Tankers for almost 10 years as a Marine Engineer. I had the great opportunity to come on board Lulu Tao and help Leonora and Sissel with their boat while it was on land at Shelter Bay Marina for two weeks. The list of jobs was long, but we managed to complete everything on the list that was crucial for the boat to go back into the water; the remaining tasks could be done once the boat was back in the water.

After the haul-out, we sailed through the Panama Canal, which was an amazing experience. On the first day, we anchored outside the canal and waited for our advisor to come on board. Then we went through the first three locks in the afternoon. We were behind a large tanker vessel, and it was really hard work to keep the boat in the middle of the locks while the water was pouring in and we were pushed backward by the tanker, as we handled the mooring lines by hand. After being raised about 26 meters through the three locks, we were now inside Gatun Lake and had to moor the boat to a buoy for the night. The wind was blowing at around 20-25 knots, pushing us away from the buoy. Sissel jumped onto the buoy and took our mooring lines around it. After about 30 minutes of hard pulling, we managed to get close enough to the buoy for Sissel to jump back on the boat. Those 30 minutes must have felt like the longest of Sissel’s life because of the strong wind and the waves rocking the buoy back and forth.

The next morning, a new advisor came on board, and we continued through the canal and entered the final three locks, which were significantly easier than the first three, as we only had to handle two mooring lines and stay on the side of the locks while we slackened the lines and went down again. The doors opened to the Pacific Ocean, and we anchored just outside Panama City. This was an experience I will never forget!

After two days in Panama City, we heaved up the anchor and proceeded to the Pearl Islands, traveling at about 6-7 knots, solely under sail. It took around nine hours, and we arrived at Contadora Island just before sunset. On the way down, we were greeted by majestic humpback whales. Little did we know that in the following weeks at these islands, we would see whales almost every day, playing and jumping out of the water during their breeding season.

In the next few weeks, we explored many islands, found incredible beaches and snorkeling spots, and saw beautiful fish and marine life, including eagle rays and large sea turtles. We caught our own dinner with fishing rods and harpoons, harvested coconuts, and even found some sprouted coconuts with foam inside, which I call nature’s cotton candy. It has a crunchy yet foamy texture when you eat it—hard to describe the taste, but it’s sweet and delicious. One evening, we made a bonfire on the beach and roasted marshmallows, albeit without biscuits, and had a great time.

During these weeks, we also celebrated three birthdays, including my own 31st birthday. As a tradition on board Lulu Tao, you are woken up by the crew with a birthday song. Afterward, there were pancakes and scrambled eggs with bacon. I even received a gift, which came as a surprise. After breakfast, we went snorkeling for a few hours at a beautiful island. For dinner, Sissel and Anne made lobster bisque as a starter. For the main course, we had lobster tails cooked in the oven with garlic and butter, along with ceviche made from freshly caught parrot fish and various side dishes. For dessert, Leonora made a brownie. The lobsters were bought from some local fishermen who came by in a small boat. This was probably one of the best birthdays I’ve ever had!

All in all, these past six weeks have been absolutely amazing, filled with joy, good times, incredible experiences, and memories—but most importantly, with incredible people.

At Uni-Tankers, we are proud to announce our sponsorship of KS Zatoka Puck in Gdansk, a renowned sailing club dedicated to nurturing young talent and promoting sailing across Poland and Europe. This partnership reflects our commitment to supporting communities and fostering future generations in maritime activities.

Supporting the next generation of sailors
KS Zatoka Puck has a long-standing tradition of teaching and developing young sailors, many of whom go on to compete in national and international regattas. Each year, the club introduces approximately 300 children to sailing through summer sessions, encouraging them to develop a passion for the sport and an understanding of teamwork and discipline.

Uni-Tankers is excited to support these young athletes by providing essential equipment, including new sailing gear and life jackets, all branded with the Uni-Tankers logo. We are also proud to sponsor the Sport Club “Zatoka” Puck Cup, Poland’s largest Optimist class regatta, which attracts over 400 participants. Our brand will be prominently featured during these events, showcasing our shared commitment to excellence and growth.

A perfect match
As a leader in the global transportation of liquid products, Uni-Tankers is deeply invested in principles like safety, sustainability, and innovation—values that are equally important in the world of sailing. Our partnership with KS Zatoka Puck is a reflection of these shared values, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and environmental awareness.

Through this sponsorship, we aim to contribute not only to the development of young sailors but also to building lasting connections with the maritime community. The partnership will include opportunities for Uni-Tankers employees and their families to engage with the sport, experiencing firsthand the passion and excitement of sailing.

Looking ahead
At Uni-Tankers, we believe that investing in future generations is essential for the continued growth and sustainability of the maritime industry. We look forward to seeing the young sailors of KS Zatoka Puck succeed and to continuing our support of this fantastic club for years to come.

To learn more about our commitment to sustainability and community engagement, visit Uni-Tankers ESG.

New partnership will measure the effects of emission-reducing initiatives in real-time on Uni-Tankers ships. Concrete data and actions will provide the maritime sector with deep insights into the necessary steps towards a climate-neutral industry.

The maritime industry stands at a crossroads. The vision of climate-neutral shipping by 2050 is within reach. With approximately 90% of the world’s goods expected to be transported by sea, there is immense potential to create a greener future by transforming the maritime sector.

This is why MUDP has allocated over 18 million DKK to a new project, CLEANSHIP. The project brings together leading players in the maritime sector to demonstrate and document the potential of innovative technologies that can reduce harmful emissions from maritime transport.

The CLEANSHIP project distinguishes itself by measuring the impact of initiatives during real sailing. We aim to investigate the effects of energy-saving devices, modern biofuels, and other operational handles on harmful emissions, including Black Carbon. By monitoring emissions and fuel consumption in real-time, we will be able to provide valuable insights to the maritime industry and support future investments in cleaner technology. says Julie Tølbøl Rasmussen, project manager in CLEANSHIP from the Danish Technological Institute.

Real-time measurements on the open sea

The project will take an innovative approach by using advanced measurement technologies and data collection directly on Uni-Tankers ships during their actual voyages. This allows for measuring the effects of emission-reducing initiatives in real-time.

We are proud to be part of the CLEANSHIP project as it provides us with insights into the real reduction potentials of using biofuels and energy-saving technologies. The collaboration across the industry in this project will help us achieve significant insights in this area, says Kristian Larsen, Technical Director at Uni-Tankers.

Participation in the project Uni-Tankers has a directly strategic value for Uni-Tankers.

Reducing emissions is a strategic priority for us, and the project supports our decarbonization roadmap and goals as well as our ESG strategy, adds Kristian Larsen.

Strong partnership for greener shipping

Uni-Tankers and the Danish Technological Institute have teamed up with Green Instruments, which possesses state-of-the-art knowledge and experience with measurement equipment and emissions measurements in various environments.

The CLEANSHIP project advances and showcases our pioneering black carbon emission measurement capabilities.This initiative is a significant step towards helping the maritime sector achieve emissions reductions. Through this collaboration, we can apply our expertise in real-world environments, demonstrating the impact of our emission monitoring equipment, says Peter Bank Mariager, CTO at Green Instruments.

The project’s ambitious partnership also includes the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping (MMMCZCS), Danish Shipping, and Danish Maritime. The collaboration across the value chain forms a strong unit where extensive knowledge and expertise are united with valuable market shares.

MMMCZCS will leverage their strong relationships with strategic partners to promote the decarbonization of the maritime sector by 2050, while Danish Maritime and Danish Shipping represent equipment suppliers and shipowners internationally, including within the IMO.

The partners in CLEANSHIP will work closely together until December 2026 to take steps towards a greener and more CO2-efficient maritime industry.

At Uni-Tankers, we are proud to support initiatives that not only embrace the spirit of adventure but also advocate for diversity and environmental stewardship. Drømme i Sigte, founded by two courageous young women, embodies these values as they embark on a remarkable journey to sail around the world. With little experience but boundless determination, they have navigated thousands of nautical miles, exploring the wonders of the ocean and highlighting the importance of protecting our marine ecosystems. Through their inspiring story, we hope to encourage more people to embrace the maritime life, appreciate the beauty of our planet, and join us in our commitment to promoting diversity at sea.

Read their inspiring story and come join their adventure onboard the Lulu Tao in this video.

The Beginning of a Dream

We were just two 23-year-old girls when we decided to sail around the world. We only had a little experience in sailing and barely any money in our bank accounts. But we had our minds full of dreams and bodies full of determination, eagerness, and curiosity. Two years and a hell of a lot of obstacles later, we are now nine months into our circumnavigation.

Our goal is to sail around the world indefinitely, exploring the world’s best dive sites and advocating for the magical life beneath the surface of the ocean. We dream of an everyday life ruled by time and simplicity, collecting memories that will be cherished in our final days.

Overcoming Challenges and Gaining Knowledge

We are writing this from a southern Caribbean Island called Curacao. By now, we have visited more countries and islands than we can count with both hands. We have crossed an entire ocean. We have been challenged more than we ever dreamed of, but with challenges comes new knowledge. This is the most important thing we have learned so far: how we have to step out of our comfort zones to evolve as humans.

Our biggest desire with our project is to inspire more people to get off their couches and experience our amazing planet, hoping to inspire even more people to take care of it. Especially life below the surface has a special place in our hearts. We believe that if we want people to care for the precious underwater life, which is a huge part of our entire ecosystem, we must first inspire more people to love it.

Advocating for Environmental Stewardship

It is important for us to not only show how beautiful our world is but also document how much our planet needs help. The coral reefs and marine life are not what they used to be, and despite a lot of focus, there is still much that we as humans can do in our everyday lives to make a difference. We want to show how easily we can take care of our planet by simply thinking about the clothes we buy or the sunscreen we use. We will visit some of the most remote places in the world, participate in ocean clean-ups, and tell stories about marine life.

Breaking Barriers and Building Community

One of our biggest messages and driving forces behind sharing our entire project on social media is to show that if we can do this, anyone can. You don’t have to grow up in a sailing family to sail the world at a young age. You don’t necessarily have to spend 10 years preparing to do what we do. We simply brought people out sailing with us who could contribute and share their knowledge and experience with us. That is how, just over a year after deciding to sail around the world, we found ourselves with a 50-foot sailboat that we had sailed more than 3,000 nautical miles from Italy to Denmark in.

Since then, we’ve refitted the whole boat and logged more than 9,000 nautical miles since leaving Denmark in July 2023, carried by the natural forces of our planet—the wind. We dream of showing everything sailing has to offer. Adventure, experiences, and destinations that can only be visited by boat are just a few of the things. We hope to inspire more young people to fall in love with life at sea. It’s a sanctuary like nowhere else, offering many memorable and adventurous experiences, strong friendships, and unique communities.

Finding Presence and Reflection at Sea

There is a type of presence onboard a boat that we have never experienced anywhere else in our lives. We live in a world where we are constantly exposed to short-term outer entertainment, especially from social media. You are constantly updated on what happens not just around you, but around the whole world. When we are on our boat, far offshore and far away from internet and civilization, our lives are boiled down to the simple necessities. Eating, sleeping, interacting with the people around us, and keeping our home safe and afloat. Some would call it a break from everyday life, but for us, it is about creating a space where there is time to reflect.

Our life at sea has taught us the importance of staying present in what we’re experiencing right now rather than constantly focusing on what is to come next. It has been and still is a true challenge for us. But one of the cheesiest quotes happens to be very true: “it’s not the destination, it’s the journey.”

-Leonora & Sissel

We have expanded our crew members’ health insurance coverage as part of our continuous work to optimize health and safety

At Uni-Tankers, we describe our business as ‘A Matter of Chemistry’. This doesn’t just refer to the liquid cargoes we transport around the world, but also the importance of our people and our collaborative culture in powering Uni-Tankers forward.

What we do is incredibly important, potentially dangerous, and understandably highly regulated. We fully respect and comply with relevant conventions and regulations, but our commitment to health and safety is about more than just compliance. It’s essential for ongoing growth and a key element in our ESG work.

To protect the unique blend created by our colleagues, we must provide a safety net to support their physical and mental wellbeing. This is why we have incorporated a new health care plan into our overall approach, so that all our seafarers are covered both when at sea and at home.

While some of our crew members hail from countries where health insurance is a basic right, this isn’t the case for all. The new solution, which is called Medical Plan and is provided by shipping insurance specialists Marine Benefits, fills in these gaps.

In 2024, this coverage will be further expanded to include access to E-Psychologist — an all-in-one online mental health solution for seafarers.

E-Psychologist will be an important addition and underlines our approach to health and safety. It provides our seafarers with access to online video consultations with licensed psychologists in their native language.

As part of our efforts to continuously fuel good safety practices on our vessels, Uni- Tankers is currently running a campaign called Safety Chemistry that is designed by maritime consultants Green Jakobsen to increase a common understanding of safe behavior at sea through dialogue and insight-sharing sessions. The campaign will continue for the majority of 2024.

Want to know more about our health and safety approach across our operations? Please read our 2022/23 ESG Report.

As part of the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network, Uni-Tankers stands shoulder to shoulder with over 50% of the global fleet

At Uni-Tankers, a safe and supportive working environment is a fundamental principle — both on land and at sea. That is why Uni-Tankers is a member of the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN) – to help protect our seafarers. MACN’s overall approach is to help prepare seafarers, so they can better handle corrupt behavior on the frontline, while also lobbying at a more strategic level to convince government officials and similar high-level authorities to stamp out corruption from the top down. The organization has over 190 members, which meet twice a year to discuss strategies to tackle maritime corruption globally, as well as share and co-develop best practices.

Strengthening policies to protect seafarers

Unfortunately, in many ports worldwide, problems like facilitation payments, bribery, and corruptions remain all too common. MACN has local help desks in Nigeria, Egypt, Ukraine, and Argentina to provide seafarers with on-the-ground support in key regions if they face corrupt behavior from port authorities or other officials.

Additionally, Uni-Tankers has updated its policies and procedures regarding anticorruption, sanctions, and competition law based on learnings from MACN, as well as an internal risk analysis conducted last year.

Suez success a sign of MACN’s impact

At Uni-Tankers, we have respect for the challenge that lies ahead of us and our fellow MACN members before the shipping industry can be rid of corrupt practices. But we are also encouraged by the advances MACN has already achieved in its 12- year history. For example, we have seen a marked change around the Suez Canal in recent years thanks to increasing anti-corruption commitment from the top.

In March 2022, the Suez Canal Authority publicly announced that all shipping companies traveling along the canal should refuse any demands for facilitation payments, and that any corrupt behavior should be reported directly to them. They also adopted digital payment technology to limit opportunities for bribery. These changes followed the release of a MACN report documenting 10 years of corrupt demands in maritime trade, which saw the Suez Canal end with the worst record of any global shipping location.

Want to learn more? Please read our 2022/23 ESG Report.

Uni-Tankers has the access and knowledge to take advantage of the measurable decarbonization benefits of biofuels

Following a successful biofuel trial in 2023, Uni-Tankers can now offer customers the option of powering their cargo’s voyage with biofuels that emit less greenhouse gases (GHG) on a life-cycle basis compared to traditional fossil fuels.

The test on M/T Alsia Swan showed that using a 30% biofuel blend (B30) resulted in up to 30% less CO2 emissions compared to a standard fossil fuel-based LSMGO (Low Sulphur Marine Gas Oil).

Known in the industry as a ‘drop-in’ fuel, biofuels can be mixed with similar versions of fossil fuels for use in existing engines. This means they are an ideal transitional fuel for short-term gains and, combined with energy efficiency measures, they will be vital for keeping vessels compliant with International Maritime Organization (IMO) and European Union (EU) decarbonization regulations.

Testing leads to understanding

In 2023, Uni-Tankers and KPI OceanConnect — a subsidiary of Bunker Holding — successfully completed a two-day trial of the latter’s B30 biofuel blend, providing a thorough picture of this particular fuel’s performance throughout a voyage. A thirdparty team from FORCE Technology compared the results of the B30 blend with a standard LSMGO under the same engine loads (25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% power). In addition to reduced CO2 emissions of 30%, their results also showed a 42% reduction in particulate matter and an 18% reduction in carbon monoxide emissions.
Due to the central role biofuels will play in our decarbonization journey, we will continue testing to better understand alternative fuels and their impact (e.g. how they should be handled, how they affect engines, how much they reduce lifecycle GHG emissions).

EU legislation will boost alternative fuel transition

Due to the immediate useability of biofuels, they will play a vital short-term role in decarbonizing Uni-Tankers’ fleet. And soon,they won’t be an optional extra.

With the European Union’s FuelEU Maritime regulation set to come into effect from January 1, 2025, all vessels over 5,000 GT (gross tonnage) that call into European ports will be required to reduce the GHG intensity of the maritime fuels they have on board by 2%, which will rise to 6% by 2030 and intensify further towards 80% in 2050.

With global biofuel production not expected to match growing demand from various industries over the coming decades, Uni Tankers will continue to investigate and adopt other alternative fuel options to achieve its decarbonization targets.

Want to know more? Please read our 2022/23 ESG Report