At The House of Shipping, our Independent and Unbiased Ratings service follows a scientifically structured, transparent, and market-relevant methodology, integrating financial, technical, and operational expertise:

Financial Stability & Risk Assessment:

Liquidity, leverage, and solvency analysis for shipowners, shipyards, and maritime institutions. Investment-grade creditworthiness evaluations based on financial health and revenue stability. Risk assessment of capital-intensive maritime projects, including shipbuilding programs and fleet expansions.

Operational Performance & Regulatory Compliance:

Evaluation of fleet efficiency, safety records, and regulatory compliance (IMO, PSC, Flag State requirements). Benchmarking shipyard productivity, innovation adoption, and supply chain resilience. Analysis of maritime unions, class societies, and flag states for their effectiveness in ensuring regulatory adherence.

Decarbonization Readiness & ESG Ratings:

Assessment of carbon intensity indicators (CII, EEXI, EU ETS integration) and fleet-wide emission reduction strategies. Rating investment in alternative fuels, energy-saving technologies, and carbon offset programs. ESG scoring methodology aligned with Poseidon Principles, Sea Cargo Charter, and Green Finance frameworks.

Governance & Transparency Ratings:

Independent evaluation of corporate governance, compliance frameworks, and ethical business practices. Assessment of maritime institutions, unions, and flag administrations for transparency, policy effectiveness, and accountability. Benchmarking initiatives and sustainability projects against international best practices.

Technology & Digitalization Readiness:

Evaluation of shipowners’ and shipyards’ digital transformation strategies, including AI, blockchain, and smart shipping. Assessment of maritime classification societies and regulators for digital innovation in compliance monitoring. Scoring digital infrastructure development in ports, shipyards, and maritime authorities.

Stakeholder Trust & Investment Impact:

Providing ratings that serve as trusted benchmarks for lenders, investors, and insurers. Enhancing transparency for public-private maritime partnerships (PPPs) and infrastructure financing models. Supporting institutional decision-making with independent, data-backed maritime performance evaluations. By combining financial, regulatory, and operational expertise, The House of Shipping ensures that its Independent and Unbiased Ratings service provides an accurate, impartial, and forward-looking assessment of maritime industry stakeholders. This service enhances market transparency, investor confidence, and regulatory compliance, while driving the sector towards sustainable, efficient, and accountable operations.