with Stena Bulk

Stena Bulk AB, a global leader in tanker shipping, partnered with Cognizant to transform its chartering operations using AI while advancing its sustainability goals. The initiative introduced an AI-powered recommendation engine that combines freight-rate forecasting with vessel deployment and routing intelligence, factoring in bunker consumption, weather conditions, and risk zones. By reducing idle time, avoiding inefficient voyages, and enabling lower-impact route selection, the solution improved operational efficiency while directly contributing to fuel savings and emissions reduction. The data-driven approach allowed Stena Bulk to align profitability with environmental responsibility, demonstrating how AI can deliver measurable business value while supporting enterprise ESG objectives