Klaus Kjærulff has been appointed Chairman of the Board at European Maritime Finance (EMF). The appointment is made in collaboration with the principal shareholder of the company as part of EMF’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its overall strategic direction. “Klaus Kjærulff brings many years of experience in shipping and marine insurance, both through his role as Chairman of one of the industry’s major maritime insurance companies, Norwegian SKULD, and from his past position at the Danish tanker company Torm. His

European Maritime Finance, in partnership with Atlas Maritime, is excited to announce the successful sale and delivery of Green Star, a dual-fuel LNG Pure Car Truck Carrier (PCTC) capable of carrying 7,000 cars. The Green Star represents a significant advancement in maritime transport, uniquely designed to utilize Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) as a cleaner fuel alternative compared to fuel oil. This sale marks another successful project for EMF and reflects the continued growth and resilience of the automotive transport sector. 

May 21st, 2025 Atlas Maritime and European Maritime Finance (EMF) have today announced the successful delivery of their eighth Aframax/LR2 tanker from Daehan Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. in South Korea, marking a key milestone in the companies’ landmark $1 billion newbuilding program. The newly delivered vessel—a 115,000 DWT LR2 tanker—is scrubber-fitted and constructed to Daehan’s latest “super eco” specifications. It is the eighth in a series of 17 high-efficiency, low-emission vessels ordered by Atlas Maritime in partnership with EMF, forming one

We at European Maritime Finance were proud to welcome Bjarne Foldager, Senior Vice President and Head of Two-Stroke Business at MAN Energy Solutions, along with Rasmus Holm Bidstrup and Dr. Owen Taylor, to our Copenhagen office for an insightful discussion on the path towards a low-carbon future in shipping. Collaborating with industry pioneers like MAN reinforces our shared commitment to cleaner maritime solutions. Globally, 33,000 vessels use two-stroke engines – 25,000 of which are MAN engines. We’re excited to be

Copenhagen, 1 May 2025 – European Maritime Finance A/S (EMF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Torben Degn as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective May 1, 2025. Torben Degn brings more than 20 years of international experience in investment management and the execution of complex financial transactions. “We are excited to welcome Torben Degn as CEO, whose vision and extensive experience will be pivotal in leading the company through its next chapter,” said Founder & Chairman of the Investment

Copenhagen, Denmark – 10 April 2025 – European Maritime Finance (EMF), in partnership with Atlas Maritime, is excited to announce the successful sale of Electric Star, a dual-fuel LNG Pure Car Truck Carrier (PCTC) capable of carrying 7,000 cars. The Electric Star represents a significant advancement in maritime transport, uniquely designed to utilize Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) as a cleaner fuel alternative compared to heavy fuel oil. This sale marks another successful project for EMF and reflects the continued growth

Daehan Shipbuilding, European Maritime Finance (EMF) and Atlas Maritime celebrate the launch of Copenhagen Star, one of EMF’s latest LR2 115,000 DWT tankers. The launch is special due to the vessel name being the same as the company’s Denmark Headquarters location.  The city of Copenhagen has been important to European Maritime Finance since its founding. EMF would like to thank their many investors, employees and significant stakeholders for their long term support and commitment.  The Copenhagen Star has hull number

Copenhagen, March 21, 2025 – European Maritime Finance A/S (EMF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Regnar Lykou as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Lykou joins EMF after a successful tenure as CFO at Nykredit Portfolio Administration, part of the Nykredit Financial Group. “After 10 fulfilling years at Nykredit Portfolio Administration, I feel it’s time to explore new horizons. I am excited to take on the challenge of CFO at European Maritime Finance,” said Regnar Lykou. “I look forward to