What is the purpose of the CII rating?
The CII rating helps monitor and reduce greenhouse-gas emissions from ships by expressing COβ emissions per unit of transport work.
How is transport work defined in the context of CII?
Transport work is calculated as the product of the cargo carried (in tonnes) and the distance sailed (in nautical miles).
Who introduced the CII rating?
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) introduced the CII rating to monitor and reduce greenhouse-gas emissions from ships.
Can the CII rating be used to compare different ship sizes?
Yes, the CII rating allows regulators and operators to compare vessels of different sizes and operating profiles on a common basis.
What does the CII rating measure?
The CII rating measures the amount of COβ emitted per unit of transport work, which is defined as cargo carried (in tonnes) multiplied by distance sailed (in nautical miles).
How often should ships be assessed for their CII rating?
Ships are required to be assessed annually for their CII rating according to IMO regulations.
What actions can ship operators take to improve their CII rating?
Ship operators can improve their CII rating by optimizing fuel use, reducing speed, improving hull design, and using alternative fuels or propulsion systems.