Maersk Tankers is targeting a sharp reduction in CO2 emissions well ahead of ambitious IMO deadlines as part of a new strategy at the now privately owned company.

A heightened use of digital technology, a more active approach to asset investments and greater collaboration to boost returns are also high on the agenda under the strategy, Shaping the Future.

Chief executive Christian M Ingerslev unveiled the blueprint internally at the start of last week and outlined the approach to TradeWinds in his first interview on the topic.