Background & Purpose

Shipping companies often need to rent out or lease unmanned vessels to organize their business efficiently and secure financing. Current regulations have made this process complicated.

The Decision

The Swedish parliament approved the government proposal for new rules concerning the leasing of ships to make the process much smoother.

Does this affect you?

  • Swedish shipping companies: Gets smoother rules and administrative processes when renting or leasing out unmanned vessels.
  • Ship financiers: Experiences improved conditions for financing new vessels within the maritime sector.

In Practice

  • Swedish shipping companies find it easier to organize their business operations and make commercial decisions.
  • Shipping companies can more easily participate in international projects with foreign operators.
  • Finding financing for new vessels becomes simpler.
  • The Swedish ship register is expanded to include a dedicated register for rented foreign-owned ships.