Following the release of Hafnia’s Q1 2026 financial results, we are pleased to share a short update on the Hafnia Pools.
Hafnia closed Q1 2026 with more than 170 vessels trading across its Pools, reinforcing the leading position of the platform across key product and chemical tanker segments. The Pools continued to build strong momentum during the quarter, supported by disciplined strategizing in an exceptionally volatile market, strong commercial execution and the continued confidence of our Pool Partners.
During Q1, five vessels joined the Hafnia Pools, reflecting continued Partner confidence in the strength of Hafnia’s commercial platform and the value created through our integrated approach across Chartering, Operations, and Pool Management. This brings the total amount of Pool Partners to 24 across segments.
Since November 2025, vessels entering the Pools have had an average age of six years or younger, further strengthening the competitiveness and earnings capability of the platform. This continued inflow of modern tonnage supports Hafnia’s focus on maintaining an efficient and attractive fleet profile, while enhancing the long-term value proposition for Pool Partners.
In Hafnia’s MR Pool, six owners now each have three or more vessels committed, demonstrating deepening Partner alignment, growing long-term commitment, and continued confidence in the value generated through coordinated commercial execution and operational support.
During Q1 2026, Hafnia Pools successfully met the EU’s FuelEU Maritime requirements for 2025. Across the Pool, 108 vessels collectively exceeded the emissions limits; however, by working together under a “pooling” system, this was balanced out. By using cleaner vessels, biofuel, and purchased emissions credits, the Pools avoided penalties and achieved meaningful cost savings for partners.
This outcome reflects strong collaboration across Hafnia’s commercial, operational, and compliance teams, as well as constructive engagement with all Document of Compliance holders as regulations such as FuelEU come into full force.
In June 2026, Hafnia Pools further strengthened Partner engagement and alignment through its bi-annual Pool Board meeting, taking place during Posidonia in Greece (link).
Peter Kolding, VP Chartering Regional Trades & Pool Management, commented: “As we move further into 2026, our focus remains on delivering consistent commercial results, strengthening the value proposition for all Pool Partners, and continuing to build on the close cooperation between our Chartering and Operations teams that underpins the success of the Hafnia Pools”. He continues “I am encouraged to see that our commercial performance and efforts in staying close to our partners are paying off as we enjoy growing support from many of those same partners. It indicates that we are on the right path and energizes us to continue doing everything we can to improve even further.”
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