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Moffatt & Nichol’s in-house, point-to-point modelling capabilities integrate shipping, port, and inland costs to compare target assets and competing facilities. This proprietary least cost modelling tool allows for the estimation of key metrics for selected maritime assets, is supported by a geographical information platform, and comprises three integrated modules - shipping, port, and hinterland costs - yielding a more accurate definition of a given asset’s catchment area.
The commercial advisory team is proficient in performing operational improvement studies within cargo terminals for operators considering expansion, densification, or changes in mode of operation. With experience in analysing port operational data and creating detailed financial models, our team complements planning studies by providing the decision-making tools needed to evaluate the return on investment for operational improvement alternatives, including full automation and semi-automation.
Moffatt & Nichol is an industry‐leading consultancy that addresses the specific nearshore and offshore needs of the energy industry, from liquid bulk and LNG terminals to offshore wind ports. Using our extensive databases and industry-specific modelling tools, our specialised expertise helps clients identify business opportunities and value propositions in exploring energy alternatives and potential returns on investment in this market sector.
Moffatt & Nichol’s commercial advisory team works directly with port operators to provide market intelligence supported by independent regional assessments of existing business. We adopt a pragmatic and holistic approach to strategic assessment and target selection at a terminal level, and, based on a pre-defined set of criteria, rate the attractiveness and viability of each of the identified assets supported by proven knowledge and experience.
Moffatt & Nichol’s has performed market studies and competitive analyses for a wide range of maritime and goods movement markets. Our skilled team collaboratively evaluates the macro-economic environment and trends driving cargo performance to identify the key market drivers also underpinning future cargo streams. From container flow forecasts to dynamic demand evaluations, to carrier alliance positioning, our market studies and competitive analyses serve clients on a global scale.
Regardless of project sponsorship, we can be relied upon to maintain our independence and provide potential lenders with a robust analysis that will support their evaluation and decision making. We have carried out numerous studies of this type, for multilateral lenders, development banks, global banks, infrastructure funds, and other financial institutions for a range of projects, including greenfield developments, expansion or redevelopment projects or a refinancing of existing debt.
Moffatt & Nichol’s unique collection of consultancy services combines commercial, financial, operational, and technical reviews in-house, providing both sell-side and buy-side transaction support to a wide range of maritime assets. The company’s highly skilled project teams work collaboratively and represent the breadth of the industry, comprising port operations specialists, shipping consultants, transport economists, financial analysts, and engineers, to deliver relevant bespoke services for client and transaction requirements.
