Torvald Klaveness has announced the sale of 100% of Klaveness Ship Management AS’ shares to OSM Thome.
Subsidiaries of Klaveness Combination Carriers AS have, in parallel, agreed to enter into new ship management agreements for its fleet with Klaveness Ship Management under ownership of OSM Thome. Additionally, Torvald Klaveness and OSM Thome have agreed to cooperate to explore new ways to modernize ship management through new technology and digitalization.
This move by the Torvald Klaveness Group is driven by the need for scale and investment capacity to address future demands, and to strengthen the development of ship management activities linked to the Klaveness Combination Carriers.
The agreement safeguards the continuity and integrated operating model of the technical management of the Klaveness Combination Carrier fleet meaning the dedicated team of experienced professionals will continue to work exclusively for Klaveness Combination Carriers.
Furthermore, with OSM Thome as the new owner of Klaveness Ship Management, Klaveness Combination Carriers will gain access to additional technical resources and scale that will further improve activities and support future expansion. The highly qualified and specialized crewing pool will continue to be dedicated to the Klaveness Combination Carrier fleet.
The CEO of Torvald Klaveness, Ernst Meyer, indicated that the transfer of ownership represents a new operational model that combines the expertise and quality built over years in their ship management operations with the necessary scale. He expressed satisfaction with the collaboration with OSM Thome, which allows them to leverage additional expertise and resources to meet future demands while preserving the world-class operations of the Klaveness Combination Carrier fleet.
Our focus will be on maintaining continuity, and building on the high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency of operating the Klaveness Combination Carriers. We will also work together on future-oriented solutions by utilizing new technology and ensuring environmentally friendly operations.
… said CEO of OSM Thome, Finn Amund Norbye. Additionally, Engebret Dahm, CEO of Klaveness Combination Carriers, highlighted that the agreements with OSM Thome will allow Klaveness to retain the benefits of its current integrated operating model while gaining access to OSM Thome’s extensive technical resources and scale, which are crucial for future growth.
