Strategic Maritime Consulting
A Holistic Approach to Performance & Risk
Strategic Maritime Consulting
Green Shift Group (GSG) provides independent technical and commercial consulting services to shipowners, operators, investors, charterers, offshore contractors, and financial institutions. Our objective is to optimize vessel performance, reduce operational risk, improve contractual positioning, and support informed decision-making throughout the asset lifecycle.
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Our consultants combine decades of executive experience within vessel operations, technical management, chartering, marine engineering, and offshore project execution, allowing us to deliver practical solutions based on operational reality rather than theoretical assumptions.
Scope of Consulting Services
Vessel Procedures and Operational Excellence
Green Shift Group supports clients in the development, review, and optimization of vessel procedures and operational management systems. We evaluate existing practices, identify opportunities for improvement, and ensure that project-specific procedures are aligned with statutory requirements, industry standards, and contractual obligations. Particular attention is given to mobilization and demobilization planning, Safety Management Systems, emergency response procedures, and the integration of vessel and project documentation to eliminate conflicts and operational inefficiencies.
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Review and streamlining of operational procedures
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Development of project-specific operating manuals
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Mobilization and demobilization planning
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ISM and Safety Management System optimization
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Gap analysis between vessel procedures and project requirements
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Emergency response and SIMOPS procedure reviews
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Internal audits and management system assessments
Technical Vessel Management Advisory
Within technical vessel management, Green Shift Group acts as an independent advisor to owners seeking to optimize the technical operation of their assets. Our services include evaluation of technical management providers, operational expenditure benchmarking, maintenance strategy reviews, budget validation, performance assessments, and advisory services related to BIMCO SHIPMAN agreements and technical management structures. Our objective is to establish sustainable and cost-effective management solutions while safeguarding long-term asset reliability and value.
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Technical management provider evaluations
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Due diligence of ship management companies
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OPEX benchmarking and analysis
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Maintenance strategy assessment
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Budget verification and optimization
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KPI development and performance monitoring
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BIMCO SHIPMAN contract preparation and negotiation
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Technical superintendent support
Chartering and Contract Management
Successful projects depend on realistic technical assumptions, clearly defined contractual obligations, and effective implementation. Green Shift Group supports clients throughout tender processes, vessel suitability assessments, port evaluations, contract negotiations, commercial risk analysis, and the review of project documentation. By ensuring consistency between contractual requirements and operational procedures, we help prevent disputes, reduce commercial exposure, and improve project performance from inception to completion.
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Invitation to Tender (ITT) support
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Technical bid evaluations
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Vessel suitability assessments
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Port suitability studies
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Contract review and negotiation
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Commercial risk assessment
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Claims prevention strategies
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Proofreading of contracts against operational procedures
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Project implementation support
Flag State and Regulatory Advisory
For owners considering a change of flag, Green Shift Group delivers strategic advisory services covering the technical, regulatory, commercial, and reputational implications of the transition. We perform comparative analyses of flag administrations, coordinate with classification societies and authorities, establish realistic implementation schedules, and manage the documentation and survey processes required for a successful transition. Our objective is to ensure a seamless process while maximizing operational and commercial benefits.
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Cost-benefit analysis
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Flag State comparison studies
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Regulatory mapping
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Timeline development
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Coordination with Classification Societies
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Survey planning
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Documentation management
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Stakeholder coordination
Technical Due Diligence and Asset Evaluation
Green Shift Group provides independent technical due diligence services supporting vessel acquisitions, investments, financing, and chartering decisions. Through comprehensive technical assessments, maintenance reviews, condition surveys, and lifecycle evaluations, we provide clients with an objective understanding of operational risks, future capital expenditure requirements, and the overall technical condition of maritime assets. This enables informed investment decisions and effective risk management.
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Vessel condition assessments
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Technical due diligence
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Remaining asset life evaluations
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Maintenance history reviews
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Drydock planning assessments
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CAPEX forecasting
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Risk identification
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Investment support reports
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Project Management and Offshore Consultancy
Our consultancy services extend to complex marine and offshore projects where technical coordination and disciplined execution are essential. Green Shift Group assists with mobilization planning, marine coordination, contractor management, interface control, logistics, progress monitoring, and executive reporting. Drawing on extensive international experience, we support clients in delivering projects safely, efficiently, and within commercial objectives.
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Cost-benefit analysis
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Flag State comparison studies
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Regulatory mapping
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Timeline development
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Coordination with Classification Societies
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Survey planning
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Documentation management
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Stakeholder coordination
Risk Management and Claims Prevention
Risk management forms an integral part of every engagement undertaken by Green Shift Group. We assist clients with operational and contractual risk assessments, root cause investigations, claims prevention strategies, expert technical opinions, and dispute support. By identifying potential issues before they develop into operational or financial consequences, we help protect assets, minimize liabilities, and strengthen long-term business resilience.
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Operational risk assessments
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Contractual risk reviews
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Root cause investigations
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Claims prevention strategies
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Expert technical opinions
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Dispute support
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Lessons learned workshops
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Typical deliverables includes:​
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Technical reports
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Executive summaries
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Gap analyses
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Due diligence reports
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Operational procedures
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Management presentations
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Risk assessments
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Contract reviews
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Improvement roadmaps
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Action plans
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Charterers
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Investors
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Insurance Companies
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Financial Institutions
Our philosophy is simple:
Independent Advice | Practical Solutions | Measurable Results