European Commission agrees the whole maritime chain should be involved in GHG reduction.
Company highlights a common and unhelpful misconception of EU MRV and IMO DCS.
LNG or biofuels are only ‘important’ interim solutions but will not meet IMO’s 2050 GHG target.
‘Disappointing that government has not recognised it is cleaner to move goods by sea rather than by rail, air or road.’
Options on the table for ECA extension, domestic newbuilding emission standards, alternative fuels and more.
NSW Ports targeting implementation in 2019 after consultation with relevant shipping lines.
Policy will apply to cruise ships and ferries sailing at the West Norwegian Fjords from 2026.
Methods for vessel’s removal currently under study by the Environment and Resources Authority.
Agreement includes construction of shoreside power plant, use of LNG to operate cruise ships in port, and more.
Company will be using LSFO across its fleet while employing scrubbers on some vessels to meet 2020 compliance.
