Market knowledge today is more valuable than ever. Optima’s in-house expertise, when it comes to the recycling of ships, is the first step towards a vessel’s decommissioning.

Having brokered the recycling of over 1,500 vessels across Southeast Asia, China and Turkey, Optima is the shipbroker of choice when it comes to the demolition market. Knowing when to sell an old ship, protecting its residual value and key relations with various industry insiders are part of the company’s arsenal and secure the best outcome for each situation. Optima is also positioned to offer environmentally-friendly ships’ scrapping solutions, an issue which is at the forefront of the shipping industry today. This means that hazardous materials will be properly handled by qualified people, adhering to all regulatory mandated procedures.