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Case Study validates Marsoft valuation methodology
Marsoft undertook an exercise to validate the accuracy of our vessel valuations for one of our Clients which allowed the Client to certify our valuations for internal use and resulted in Marsoft valuations being used as the baseline in reporting requirements for an asset-backed securitization.

For more details, read the case study: Case Study - Marsoft Valuation Methodology 7may07.pdf

Due Diligence of Panamax and Post-Panamax newbuilding investment evaluation: Due Diligence analysis of the containership market with special focus on the fast expanding Panamax and Post-Panamax market segments. Scope of work included a overall market review focusing on trade and fleet size developments, analysis of 3000-4000 TEU size class including future opportunities, long-term risk factors and alternative developments, and a rate and residual value overview based on historical analysis. The review also included an assessment of residual value risk under various financing and market scenarios.

Strategic analysis and advice for divestment of a fleet of dry bulk carriers: Proposed a divestment strategy for Marsoft’s client to time the divestestment of twelve vessels in a way that maximizes the client’s return. Scope of work included a risk assessment of timing and exit strategy, sensitivity of fleet valuation to market scenarios, and development of alternative strategies. The project included a comprehensive strategy evaluation with recommendations followed by quarterly reviews and updates to the strategy throughout the divestment period.

Liner Pricing & Strategy: Marsoft’s client operates a liner service in a regulated US domestic trade. Marsoft was retained to help evaluate the costs and profitability of each segment of their business and to develop a strategy to shift their business to a fully containerized mode. Compatibility with regulatory pricing and reporting requirements was (and is) a critical consideration. One component of the project was a “cost of service” model by cargo category to determine profitability by line of business which was used to support revisions to its client’s published tariff schedules; Marsoft developed the model and supported regulatory validation. An assessment of the cost savings of containerization, the impact on profitability and investment requirement was developed to support the containerization strategy. Marsoft is currently developing the company’s management information reporting systems to monitor progress on the implementation of the strategy and support reporting to regulatory authorities.