Maritime Competence is a ship brokerage company established in 1994, specializing in the sale and purchase of fishing vessels, fishing licenses, and specialized vessels.
With more than 30 years of industry experience, we have developed extensive expertise in facilitating and managing complete sales processes. Our goal is always to create security, predictability, and maximum value for both buyers and sellers.
We operate both nationally and internationally, and our extensive network provides access to the best opportunities in a constantly evolving market. Based in Tromsø, the gateway to the Barents Sea and the Arctic, we possess unique insight into one of the world’s most important maritime regions.
Since our establishment, we have completed more than 1,400 vessel transactions and assisted in over 50 newbuilding projects, from the initial concept and planning stages through to final delivery. Through cooperation with leading shipyards in Norway and abroad, we have gained comprehensive knowledge of market dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and the factors influencing value, risk, and investment decisions within the fishing and aquaculture industries.
The fishing industry remains our core business and greatest strength. At the same time, we continue to expand our activities within the aquaculture and specialized vessel segments. This development is driven by market demand and carried out with the same professional rigor that has characterized our company since its inception.
Our experienced shipbrokers and support team combine market expertise with technical, operational, and regulatory knowledge. This multidisciplinary approach ensures a professional, efficient, and predictable execution of both vessel transactions and newbuilding projects.
We offer more than traditional shipbroking services. Our expertise includes market assessments, vessel valuations, transaction structuring, documentation, contract negotiations, regulatory liaison, and application processes. In cooperation with audit firms and other specialist advisors, we deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce risk and enhance value creation for all parties involved.
Why Choose Maritime Competence?
- Extensive national and international network
- More than 30 years of maritime industry experience
- Strong market knowledge and a proven transaction record
- Broad technical and operational vessel expertise
- In-depth understanding of fishing regulations and licensing frameworks
- Accurate vessel valuations based on a high volume of transactions
- Experience with both asset transactions and share transactions
- Efficient, precise, and reliable execution
- Close, personal, and accessible client support
- Specialized team with proven delivery capacity
- Member of the Norwegian Shipbrokers’ Association and NHO (The Confederation of Norwegian Enterprise), ensuring high professional standards and integrity
Maritime Competence. Experience, expertise, and trusted advice throughout the entire transaction process.
We are a member of the Norwegian Shipbrokers’ Association.
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