Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore emphasizes the urgent need to rethink global shipping financing to meet decarbonization targets. In his new book, “Toward a Sustainable Blue Economy,” Matthieu de Tugny advocates for transformative approaches, stressing the importance of green financing and collaboration among stakeholders to protect the environment and ensure sustainability in shipping.
The Poseidon Principles for Marine Insurance have released their third annual disclosure report, showcasing a commitment to global shipping decarbonization. Nine signatories and nine affiliate members from ten countries contribute to align insurers, brokers, and industry players with reducing emissions in line with IMO’s net-zero goal by 2050.
The IMO’s upcoming meeting in London will be crucial in deciding on a GHG pricing mechanism for the shipping industry. The 6PAC+ alliance is advocating for a universal GHG levy to drive decarbonization efforts and ensure a just transition. Support for the levy is growing, but political divisions remain on key issues.
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