Robert Hvide Macleod invests in Siglar Carbon

A well-known name in Norwegian shipping circles, Robert Hvide Macleod, has invested in shipping emissions analytics company Siglar Carbon. 

“His impressive track record as a partner at Glencore and CEO at Frontline, combined with his commercial expertise, industry insights, and strong reputation, makes him an invaluable asset in our mission to drive smarter emissions-based decision-making in the shipping industry,” Siglar Carbon said in a release, who added that Macleod believes emissions insights are about to become a “strategic trading asset”. 

“Robust carbon footprint analytics will be essential to profitable maritime business strategies in the coming decade. Early adopters of emissions-based decision-making will gain a competitive edge, while laggards may face financial and regulatory challenges. Companies that leverage Siglar Carbon’s robust emissions data are poised to capitalise on market opportunities and mitigate climate-related risks,” Macleod said.