Noatum Maritime Expands Tanker Fleet to Boost Global Energy Capacity

Noatum Maritime, operating as part of AD Ports Group's Maritime and Shipping Cluster, has expanded its tanker fleet with six new vessels over the past 12 months, including two VLCCs, two LR1 tankers, and two LR2 tankers. This expansion increases the company's combined capacity to approximately 1.6 million deadweight tonnes, enabling broader coverage of crude oil and petroleum product markets across international and regional routes. In 2025, the fleet completed over 180 voyages, transporting approximately 5.5 million tonnes of energy products.

The expansion reflects growing demand for flexible tanker capacity in an environment where geopolitical developments and shifting oil trade flows continue to disrupt shipping routes and affect vessel availability. Noatum Maritime's diversified vessel portfolio, combined with specialized regional capabilities in the Middle East and Caspian Sea, positions the company to serve both major international operators and emerging energy markets. The addition of ice-class tankers for Caspian operations and shuttle tanker services for offshore floating storage demonstrates a strategic approach to addressing region-specific logistics challenges.

For energy traders, refiners, and oil companies, this fleet expansion signals increased options for securing suitable tonnage through both voyage and time charter arrangements. The company's integrated business model, which spans shipping, offshore services, drydocking, and maritime agency operations, provides end-to-end solutions for complex energy supply chain requirements.