In October, DNV GL and two sponsoring charterers shortlisted seven shipowners for a tender to build and charter a zero-emissions bulk carrier for the Norwegian coastal trade.
But this month, after protests from some of the larger players that were not shortlisted, the process was reopened to all qualified entrants.
Among those that missed out on the original shortlist were some big Norwegian names with strong interests in green shipping, including Wilh Wilhelmsen and Grieg Star Shipping.
