In the Financing category we look at standout projects related to corporate funding, whether it be via the debt and equity markets or through funding rounds or grants.

Financing recognizes companies and institutions that have raised significant capital during the research period whether it be through corporate finance, the capital markets or fund raising.

We will be specifically looking at high value deals; novel structures; and companies using (for them) new forms of financing such as high-yield bonds.

Project Examples

  • Alternative fuel infrastructure investment
  • Asset-backed securities for green vessels
  • Carbon credit financing schemes
  • Carbon reduction project funding
  • Clean technology implementation funding
  • Climate finance for shipping decarbonization
  • Digital transformation project funding
  • Energy efficiency project funding
  • Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) funding initiatives
  • Green bond issuances for maritime projects
  • Green port infrastructure financing
  • Industry consortium funding models
  • International development bank collaborations
  • Joint ventures for green shipping initiatives
  • Lease financing for sustainable equipment
  • Maritime innovation fund establishments
  • Maritime innovation hubs
  • Maritime technology startup investments
  • Performance-based financing models
  • Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) for port development
  • R&D funding for sustainable solutions
  • Renewable energy installation financing
  • Retrofit financing programs
  • Revenue bond structures
  • Revenue diversification strategies
  • Shipping incubators and accelerator programs
  • Smart maritime technology investments
  • Sustainability-linked loans and bonds
  • Technology commercialization funding
  • Zero-emission vessel conversion funding

Submitting case studies

All companies and institutions are encouraged to submit evidence to the rankings research by sending case studies directly to Tina Ross at tina.ross@globaldata.com. Case studies should encompass any projects, deals, or news related to the company within the 12 months preceding our submission deadline.

For each case study you should explain the following details of the project:

  • Aims
  • Challenges
  • Process
  • Key personnel
  • Innovative or novel elements
  • Outcome (including effect on your business)

Case studies will be taken into consideration for all relevant ranking categories.

Submitting your case studies is the best way to ensure that we are aware of the innovative and outstanding work you are doing so you get the credit you deserve.