DK2 Insights

September 2025 At the 10th Annual TMS Tanker Conference in Dubai, Dipak Karki, Managing Director at DK2, addressed one of the most pressing challenges for tanker owners and operators: trapped working capital. He emphasised that cash and liquidity are king in an industry facing volatile markets, capital constraints, and funding limitations. Dipak outlined how Maritime Receivable Financing can accelerate fixtures, cushion cash cycles, reduce disruption risks, improve returns, a

September 2025 In a recent webinar, Dipak Karki, Founder of DK2, teamed up with Venkatesh Natarajan, Head of Maritime Strategy and...

In a recent webinar, Dipak Karki, Founder of DK2, joined forces with Jonathan Arneault, CEO of FuelTrust, to explore the critical intersection of decarbonisation and financial innovation in the shipping industry. The session delved into how FuelTrust’s patented soft-sensor technology provides accurate, equipment-free emission tracking to enhance Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) ratings and profitability.

Dipak Karki, as Business Advisor specialising in transportation at iLex, delivered a thought-provoking presentation on the evolving landscape of the ship finance sector. He explored critical challenges, emerging trends, and the pivotal role of fintech in transforming maritime finance. Dipak underscored the advantages for funders and arrangers, stressing the value of a global network, market alerts and efficient deal management processes of the platform.

A session on options of driving sustainable shipping towards net-zero targets. Highlighting DK2’s collaboration with cutting-edge firms like FuelTrust and Floras, Dipak demonstrated innovative decarbonisation strategies.