Banks, Lessors & Private Equity
Ship Finance
Trusted advisory partner for the world's leading ship finance institutions. Independent valuations, credit risk analytics, and regulatory compliance support.
Discover More↓Who We Serve
Comprehensive advisory services for every type of ship finance institution.
Commercial Banks
Portfolio management, credit risk, and regulatory compliance for traditional ship lenders.
Leasing Companies
Residual value analysis, lease structuring, and portfolio optimization.
Private Equity
Investment due diligence, portfolio monitoring, and exit strategy support.
Export Credit Agencies
Country exposure analysis, guarantee assessment, and portfolio reporting.
Asset Managers
Independent valuations, performance assessment, and portfolio analytics.
Insurance Companies
Residual value insurance support, claims valuation, and exposure analysis.
Challenges We Address
Ship finance institutions face unique challenges in a volatile, cyclical industry.
Market Volatility
Shipping markets can move dramatically, impacting asset values and loan performance.
Scenario-based analysis providing ranges of outcomes rather than false precision.
Regulatory Pressure
Complex requirements from IFRS 9, Basel III, EBA guidelines, and Poseidon Principles.
Compliant methodologies and reporting support from experts who understand both shipping and banking.
Data Quality
Missing, inconsistent, or erroneous vessel and portfolio data undermines analysis.
Data validation and correction services leveraging our comprehensive maritime databases.
Climate Transition
Evolving regulations affecting asset values and credit risk.
Forward-looking climate alignment analysis and regulatory pathway planning.
Independent Assessment
Need for objective third-party opinions free from conflicts of interest.
Pure advisory model with no trading, ownership, or brokerage activities.
Our Services for Ship Finance
Comprehensive advisory services tailored to the needs of ship finance institutions.
Portfolio Valuation
Independent valuations for entire loan books, from monthly monitoring to detailed quarterly assessments.
- Fleet-wide valuations
- Historical trend analysis
- Scenario-based projections
- Official valuation certificates
Credit Risk Analytics
Bank-grade risk models designed for the unique characteristics of ship finance.
- PD/LGD/EL modeling
- Basel III compliance
- IFRS 9 staging support
- Stress testing
Poseidon Principles
Complete support for climate alignment assessment, reporting, and improvement planning.
- Portfolio alignment calculation
- Data validation and correction
- Annual reporting support
- Improvement pathway planning
Market Intelligence
Keep credit committees informed with expert market analysis and forecasts.
- Quarterly market outlooks
- Sector deep-dives
- Ad hoc briefings
- Analyst access
Transaction Support
Due diligence and advisory for acquisitions, restructurings, and portfolio transactions.
- Acquisition due diligence
- Restructuring support
- Portfolio sales
- NPL workouts
Why Ship Finance Institutions Choose Marsoft
Independence
Pure advisory model with no conflicts of interest - we don't buy, sell, finance, or broker vessels.
Track Record
40+ years serving leading ship finance institutions through every market cycle.
Expertise
PhD-level maritime economists who understand both shipping markets and banking requirements.
Confidentiality
ISO 27001 certified. FLAGSHIP enables risk analysis without sharing proprietary portfolio data.
Regulatory Knowledge
Deep understanding of IFRS 9, Basel III, EBA guidelines, and Poseidon Principles requirements.
Global Coverage
Boston-based team serving clients across all major ship finance centers.
Client Results
Delivering measurable value for leading ship finance institutions.
Credit Rating Optimization
Top European Shipping Bank
Regulatory capital dropped from 8% to 6%, saving $12 million annually.
Valuation Agent Services
Major US Asset Manager
Expanded maritime portfolio significantly into new sectors and geographies.
LNG Financing Risk Assessment
Leading European Shipping Bank
Accurately assessed residual value and substantially expanded LNG financing business.
Partner with the Industry's Most Trusted Advisor
Contact us to discuss how Marsoft can support your ship finance portfolio management and decision-making.