The implementation of the International Maritime Organization 's low - sulphur emissions policy in 2020 could lead to some charterers paying a premium on dry bulk vessels fitted with exhaust gas . Maritime Strategies International said that because heavy fuel will be cheaper than the low - sulphur emissions post-2020 , charterers would effectively pay more to hire a pilot . The report said a two - tier fuel market could emerge but long - term charters could lead to cost - savings rates .
The implementation of the International Maritime Organization's low-sulphur emissions regulation in 2020 could lead to some charterers paying a premium on dry bulk vessels fitted with exhaust scrubbers. Maritime Strategies International said that because heavy fuel will be cheaper than the low-sulphur version post-2020, charterers would effectively pay more to hire a vessel. The analysts said a two-tier chartering market could emerge but long-term charters could lead to cost-savings agreements.