Maritime Analyst - Gas Markets

Veson-Nautical-1; Oslo fylke; Hybrid; NOK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Veson Nautical seeks a Maritime Analyst specialising in the GAS sector to deliver market intelligence, fleet analysis, and strategic insights for LPG and LNG shipping globally. You will build scenarios, forecast market dynamics, and support decision-making for banks, ship owners and traders.

The role involves monitoring fleet deployment, trade patterns, and regulatory changes while collaborating with Sales, Account Management, and Product teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in a maritime/economics/analytics field.
• 2–4 years of LPG/LNG shipping or analytics experience.
• Strong knowledge of LPG/LNG vessel operations and global trade flows.
• Advanced Excel skills in modelling and data manipulation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor global LPG and LNG shipping markets, including fleet capacity, vessel deployment, and trade patterns.
• Analyse trends in regional LPG and LNG trades and evaluate impacts on vessel utilisation.
• Track LPG and LNG supply-demand dynamics, freight rates, and chartering activity.
• Conduct market analyses and benchmarking to support valuations and decision making.
• Maintain and enhance data quality in the proprietary database and modelling systems.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Data visualization

Client communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Degree in Maritime Studies, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Economics, Data Analytics, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

As a Maritime Analyst specialising in the GAS sector, you will be responsible for providing market intelligence, fleet analysis, and operational insights within the global LPG and LNG shipping sector. This role focuses on analysing both LPG and LNG vessel fleets, trade flows, freight rates, and chartering activity to support commercial, operational, and strategic decision-making.

You will support decision-making for stakeholders across shipping, energy, finance, and risk management by delivering reports, forecasts, and strategic assessments. Whilst monitoring supply-demand dynamics, vessel deployment, and regional LPG and LNG trade patterns, to assess the impact of regulatory, environmental, and geopolitical developments on LPG and LNG shipping markets. By leveraging maritime data platforms, forecasting models, and market reports, you will deliver actionable insights and recommendations to optimise fleet utilisation, chartering strategies, and investment decisions for banks, finance companies and ship owners investing in the LPG and LNG shipping sector.

Duties and Requirements

• Monitor global LPG and LNG shipping markets, including fleet capacity, vessel deployment, and trade patterns

• Analyse trends in regional LPG and LNG trades and evaluate impacts on vessel utilisation and asset deployment

• Track LPG and LNG supply-demand dynamics, freight rates, and chartering activity

• Conduct comparative market analyses and benchmarking to support valuation conclusions

• Monitor fleet availability, newbuilding deliveries, scrapping activity, and charter contracts

• Attend meetings and shipping industry conferences to represent the company and gather insights

• Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and economic indicators affecting valuations

• Gather, clean and improve the quality, accuracy, and analytical capabilities of the proprietary company database

• Perform daily maintenance of the bespoke database, ensuring compliance with company procedures

• Maintain and enhance existing modelling systems, including mathematical methodologies and procedures

• Provide day-to-day analytical support to the Sales and Account Management teams

• Respond to client queries regarding Veson’s methodology and data outputs

• Assist the analyst team with development of new products and services

• Collaborate with other Valuation teams, Development and Product teams to ensure alignment on projects and priorities

• Support client decision-making with scenario modelling and risk mitigation strategies

• Provide insight into the financial implications of vessel investment, chartering, and lifecycle management

• Stay updated on international regulations affecting LPG and LNG shipping (IMO emissions standards, environmental compliance, safety regulations)

• Provide forward-looking forecasts and scenario modelling to support commercial, operational, and investment strategies

• Generate high-quality content for the Press team to support marketing and media outreach

• Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders

• Build and maintain complex data models in Excel

• Translate technical data into actionable business and operational insights

Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree in Maritime Studies, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Economics, Data Analytics, or related field

• 2–4 years of relevant experience in LPG/ LNG shipping, energy shipping markets, maritime analytics, or shipping finance

• Strong knowledge of LPG/LNG vessel operations, fleet management, and global LPG/ LNG trade flows

• Strong Microsoft office skills including advanced excel

• Fluent in Norwegian and English; additional languages are an asset

• Ability to travel up to c20%

Knowledge, Key Skills and Abilities

• Strong mathematical, quantitative and qualitative analysis skills

• Excellent skills in data visualization and reporting

• Lateral thinking, ability to interpret complex data

• Excellent attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and integrity

• Strong communication skills (listening, questioning, written and verbal) and organisational skills

• Ability to deal effectively with clients and have a strong work ethic to produce results

• Excellent time management and ability to work under tight deadlines

• Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with multiple teams

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to communicate complex findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences

• Ability to present and defend market analysis and forecasts in client meetings

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you’re excited about this role, but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply. While we try to be thorough with our job descriptions, not everything about you as a candidate can be condensed into a list of bullet points.

About Veson Nautical

We are a team of multi-cultural, multi-disciplined professionals that are dedicated to making our clients successful and charting a new, innovative course for the commercial marine industry. Veson Nautical employs a staff of extremely capable creators and innovators all focused on meeting the goals of our clients. We invest extensively in employee development and experience to maintain focus and enthusiasm. The Veson Nautical team is made up of a dynamic blend of engineers, artists, sailors, teachers, brokers, bankers, traders, consultants, and customer service experts.
Veson Nautical is a successful, rapidly growing global software company. Our clients are the world’s leading commercial maritime owners, operators and commodity trading companies. Veson’s solutions enable our clients to identify new opportunities and proactively manage their business to make more profitable decisions. With offices in Singapore, Tokyo, London, Athens, Houston and headquarters in Boston, USA, Veson Nautical is a dynamic organization with a committed team of professionals. Dedicated to ensuring the highest levels of client satisfaction, Veson Nautical brings decades of experience, technical knowledge, enthusiasm and commitment to clients around the world. The combination of exceptional market growth and leading market position make this a superb opportunity for the right candidate.

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