Overview The Market Vision & Mission How It Works Ecosystem First Vessel History Team Contact
⚓ General Project Information

Maritime is
everybody's business.

Maritime DAO redefines ship ownership — fractionalising and tokenising real maritime assets so every seafarer and investor worldwide can participate in one of the world's most capital-intensive industries. Blockchain governance. Real ships. Real cash flows.

$2.3T
Global Fleet Value
109K
Commercial Vessels
90%
Trade Moves by Sea
$16T
RWA Forecast 2030
$3T+
Decarbonisation Capital Needed by 2050
The Opportunity

Maritime assets are critical — but capital is broken

The Problem
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Banks are retreating from small and mid-sized maritime operators — leaving a chronic financing vacuum across the sector.

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Retail investors are completely locked out — there is no modern, accessible way to invest in real operational ships.

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No standardised investment instruments exist for maritime assets — every deal is bespoke, slow, and expensive.

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Seafarers are excluded from ownership despite being the most qualified to assess and operate the assets.

The Solution
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Fractional tokenisation of ships into Bonds — lowering the minimum investment to accessible levels.

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DAO governance via $MARGOT — every token holder votes on fleet decisions, acquisitions, and treasury allocation.

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Real yield — vessel operating revenue flows directly to Bond holders. Ships work, you earn.

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AI-powered transparency — ShipCheckAI provides continuous inspection data, giving investors live proof of asset condition.

"This is one of the largest under-digitized asset classes in the world. The tokenised RWA market grew 260% in 2025, with $30B+ already tokenised and a forecast of $2–16T by 2030. Maritime DAO applies this infrastructure directly to operational vessels."
260%
RWA Market Growth 2025
$30B+
Already Tokenised Today
$2–16T
RWA Forecast by 2030
#1
Under-Digitized Asset Class Globally
Purpose

Vision, Mission & Tasks

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Our Vision

To become the leading DAO driving the maritime industry's transition into a sustainable and inclusive future — built on green energy, clean oceans, shared ownership, collective responsibility, and fair profits that improve quality of life for all.

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Our Mission

To build a blockchain-powered, transparent, and decentralized global organization that actively participates in every aspect of maritime evolution — with a strong focus on carbon-neutral ships, renewable energy, education, modernised ports, and sustainable maritime operations.

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Open Maritime Participation

Provide the general public — especially seafarers — with the opportunity to participate, invest, and vote on the future of the maritime industry.

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Modernise Maritime Assets

Upgrade ships, ports, and related assets with modern, green technologies to significantly reduce the carbon footprint of global shipping.

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Restore & Protect Oceans

Launch recovery programmes and allocate funds for ocean and river health, while supporting educational initiatives for coastal nations and communities.

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Develop Green Maritime Energy

Explore floating offshore wind farms — expected to deliver up to 60% of global wind energy with an 18.4% CAGR over the next decade.

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Enable Sustainable Cashflow

Ensure ships and ports continue generating reliable, long-term cashflow — creating a foundation for truly passive income opportunities for token holders.

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Empower Future Shipowners

Fulfil the dream of young generations — to become shipowners — gaining both financial rewards and the responsibility of shaping the future of shipping.

The Process

How Maritime DAO works

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Vessel Selected & Appraised

Maritime professionals evaluate a vessel — hull condition, operational history, revenue potential, and legal status. ShipCheckAI provides AI-backed inspection data to validate the asset.

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Tokenised into Bonds

The vessel is structured through a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV). Fractional ownership is minted as Bonds — each representing a real, legally-backed stake in the vessel revenue.

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Listed on RWA Marketplace

Bonds are offered via the DAO Platform Marketplace. Investors onboard digitally, complete KYC/AML, and purchase fractions of operational vessels — accessible globally, without banks.

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Ship Earns Revenue

The vessel operates under commercial contracts. Revenue flows into the SPV. After operating costs, yield is distributed on-chain to Bond holders — proportional to their stake.

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DAO Governance

$MARGOT token holders vote on fleet decisions — new acquisitions, maintenance approvals, treasury allocation. The more you hold and stake, the more influence you have over the fleet.

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Secondary Market Trading

Bonds can be bought, held, or resold on the DAO Platform Marketplace. $MARGOT provides discounts, priority access, and liquidity rewards for active participants in the ecosystem.

The Platform

Three integrated layers

Tokenise · Trade · Govern · Earn
DAO Platform

The engine of the Maritime DAO ecosystem. Here ships are tokenised into investable assets, bought and resold on the secondary market, and token-holders vote on fleet decisions. As vessels generate revenue, earnings flow directly back to token-holders — you own a working ship, and it pays you. Seafarers earn $MARGOT by inspecting vessels through ShipCheckAI — turning everyday maritime work into on-chain rewards.

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Fleet · Operations · Transparency
RWA Management

Meet the fleet. This is where we show you exactly how we manage real ships — vessel profiles, operational data, maintenance standards, crew, and revenue performance. No black boxes. Understanding how your asset works is the foundation of trust.

View Our Ships →
AI Inspection · Quality
ShipCheckAI

AI-powered vessel inspection that cuts survey time by 50%+. Seafarers photograph vessels via mobile, receive instant AI condition reports. Inspectors earn $MARGOT. Asset quality, continuously verified.

Launch SCAI →
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Financial Access for Everyone

Maritime DAO gives individuals the tools to participate, learn, and grow together. Every Maritime Asset Bond is fractionalized and backed by actual physical maritime properties.

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Professional Oversight

Every project is reviewed by maritime professionals with decades of industry experience. Working contracts are available to the community. No black boxes — full transparency.

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Decentralised Alternative

As centralised systems tighten control, Maritime DAO offers one of the most innovative alternatives for individuals to gain real influence and access over a multi-trillion dollar asset class.

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Marshall Islands DAO Law

Maritime DAO LLC is registered in the Marshall Islands under DAO law — a pioneering legal framework that gives the DAO proper legal standing while preserving decentralised governance.

Proof Before Scale

First vessel — M/V LOTOSS

● First RWA Tokenised on Blockchain within Maritime DAO

"We start with one real, operational vessel — testing legal frameworks, technology, and investor flows before scaling to a global asset platform."

Motor vessel LOTOSS is the entry point for all seafarers — and non-seafarers alike — who wish to participate in this new model of maritime ownership. The vessel is currently being prepared for market and operational contracts to begin generating revenue.

While preparations are ongoing, LOTOSS is also listed as an AirBnB-style experience — welcoming anyone who wishes to stay on board and enjoy an authentic and unique maritime environment.

LOTOSS Bond gives you access. $MARGOT gives you influence.

Get LOTOSS Bond Read Whitepaper
Vessel Name M/V LOTOSS
Type Baltic Service Vessel — Ice Capable
Owner Digi Creative SIA
Revenue Target €120,000 – €180,000
EBITDA Margin ~40%
Blockchain Asset LOTOSS Bond + $MARGOT
AirBnB Experience ● Active — Book to stay aboard
Purpose Proof of concept — legal, tech & investor flows
Community Readiness

Not sure if you're ready? Take the test.

Red — Beginner

You're at the start of your journey. Now is the time to learn the fundamentals of maritime investment and blockchain governance. Maritime DAO will guide you.

Amber — Getting Close

You're close to ready. With some additional learning, you'll be equipped to participate in your first maritime asset investment. Keep going.

Green — Ready Now

You're ready to take the helm. Explore the marketplace, review current vessel offerings, and take your first step into maritime ownership today.

Take the Readiness Test →
Our Story

From vision to operation

2024 Q1

Foundation

  • Maritime DAO LLC registered in the Marshall Islands under DAO law
  • Marketplace development begins
  • Ecosystem architecture and legal framework development begins
2025 Q1–Q2

Launch

  • Acquisition of Motor Boat LOTOSS
  • Off-chain LOTOSS Bond offering launched — first RWA vessel Bond on blockchain
2025 Q3–Q4

Expansion

  • ShipCheckAI concept developed — AI inspection platform designed
  • ShipCheckAI pilot programme with maritime inspectors — 4 inspection modules live
  • LOTOSS vessel preparations for commercial contracts and revenue generation
2026 Q1

DAO Platform Live

  • DAO Platform Marketplace goes live — investor onboarding and KYC/AML activated
  • DAO Platform secondary market activated
  • SCAI Surveyor network development
  • ShipCheckAI prototype AI+AR Safety glasses in development
2026 Q2–Q4

Active Phase

  • $MARGOT token issuance — tokenomics being finalised, launch expected Q3 2026
  • ShipCheckAI: 50–100 vessels under management · 2 Port Authority pilots
  • Retail expansion — partnerships with RWA launchpads across the EU
  • First vessel revenue distribution to LOTOSS Bond holders
2027+

Global Expansion

  • Institutional onboarding — Fleet Tokens for Family Offices and Green Energy Funds
  • 350+ vessels on ShipCheckAI · 3 global insurers using Risk-Score API
  • Carbon-neutral vessel programme · Maritime Pension Fund
  • Expansion into ports, terminals, and offshore green energy
The People

A balanced, competent team

GA
Gints Adams
Project Captain · Founder

27 years in the maritime industry. Deep operational expertise spanning vessel management, maritime law, and industry networks across the Baltic and beyond.

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Janis Baumanis
Marine Surveyor

20 years in vessel inspections and maritime insurance. Brings rigorous technical assessment and risk evaluation experience to every asset in the Maritime DAO portfolio.

AM
Armando Medina
CTO

30 years in systems and integration architecture. Leads the technical design of the DAO platform, blockchain infrastructure, and ShipCheckAI's AI inspection engine.

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Matiss Kalans
Strategy & Growth

23 years in finance and business development. Drives investor relations, partnership strategy, and the commercial expansion of Maritime DAO into new markets and asset classes.

Combined: 100 years of maritime, finance, and technology expertise.
Get in Touch

Ready to come aboard?

We're building the future of maritime finance. Join us.

Whether you're an investor looking for real-world asset yield, a seafarer who wants to own a stake in the ships you work on, a maritime professional with expertise to contribute, or a partner who sees the opportunity — Maritime DAO is open to everyone.

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General Enquiries
[email protected]
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Website
www.maritimedao.com
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Operating Company — Bond Issuer
Digi Creative SIA
Latvia · Reg. No. LV41203061418 · Issuer of LOTOSS Bonds
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DAO Registration
Maritime DAO LLC — Republic of the Marshall Islands
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Legal Framework
Marshall Islands DAO Law · Aligned with EU law
Regulation (EU) 2023/1114 on Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) · Directive 2018/843 (5th AMLD) · Directive 2011/61/EU (AIFMD) · Regulation (EU) 2017/1129 (Prospectus Regulation) · Latvian Financial Instruments Market Law
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