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    G2 Ocean

    G2 Ocean is the world's largest operator of open hatch vessels, specializing in global dry bulk shipping.

    Ports:68
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    $1.382B
    Revenue
    68
    Ports

    Company Overview

    G2 Ocean is the world's largest operator of open hatch vessels, specializing in global dry bulk shipping.

    Key Leadership

    • Arthur English – Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

    G2 Ocean operates globally with 15 offices and two hubs in Singapore and Atlanta.

    Equipment & Infrastructure

    Container Types

    • Open Hatch Gantry Crane

      Large vessels with wide hatches and gantry cranes for efficient loading of bulk and breakbulk cargo.

    • Open Hatch Jib Crane

      Vessels with wide hatches and jib cranes, designed for flexible cargo handling and stowage.

    Technology Platforms

    • Seaber.io chartering and schedule optimisation software
    • StormGeo Voyage Optimization solution

    Warehouses & Logistics Hubs

    Logistics facilities and distribution centers worldwide:

    • Bergen

      Headquarters overseeing global operations, commercial management, and fleet coordination

    • Singapore

      Regional hub managing vessel movements and customer service in Asian markets

    Certifications & Capabilities

    Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) EcoVadis Gold Rating in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) TRAC Register

    Global Locations & Network

    G2 Ocean operates a global shipping network with over 120 vessels serving 33 trade routes. They make around 3,500 port calls annually to more than 60 countries across six continents.

    Carrier Partners & Alliances

    G2 Ocean is a joint venture between Gearbulk and Grieg Star, pooling global shipping resources. It partners in the All Aboard Alliance to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in maritime.

    Service Portfolio

    Ocean Freight

    • Global shipping network
    • Open hatch vessels
    • Efficient cargo handling

    Contract Logistics

    • Tailored logistics solutions
    • Supply chain optimization
    • Industry-specific expertise

    Special Cargo

    • Project cargo transport
    • Oversized cargo handling

    Digital Offerings

    G2 Ocean digital platforms provide real-time shipment, equipment, and documentation management.

    Industry Reputation & News

    Awards & Recognition

    Nominated for Ship Operator of the Year – Breakbulk, Heavy Lift Awards 2025

    Recent Developments

    G2 Ocean set a new record by transporting a 376-ton ultrafiltration unit from China to Brazil.

    Analysis & Future Outlook

    Strengths

    • Largest operator in the open hatch shipping segment
    • Strong expertise in project and oversized cargo handling
    • Global network with offices in over 15 locations

    Challenges

    • Geopolitical uncertainty limits cargo volume and investment
    • Transporting oversized and complex cargo requires precise planning

    Opportunities

    • Expansion into renewable energy cargo transport
    • Adoption of dual-fuel and eco-friendly vessel technologies
    • Growth in cross-trade routes between Europe and the Americas