The UK Department for Transport has launched a Maritime Decarbonisation Strategy to cut greenhouse gas emissions in domestic maritime transport. The goal is zero fuel lifecycle GHG emissions by 2050, with interim targets of 30% reduction by 2030 and 80% reduction by 2040. The strategy focuses on smaller vessels below 400GT with clear pathways to decarbonisation.
The European Commission has unveiled an industrial maritime strategy to enhance Europe’s maritime manufacturing sector’s competitiveness, sustainability, and resilience. This strategy supports the green and digital transition, infrastructure development, and investment in decarbonization solutions. Collaboration across the waterborne transport sector is crucial for maintaining global leadership and creating quality jobs.
Maersk celebrated the naming of its third large dual-fuel methanol containership, Antonia Maersk, in Denmark. This milestone marks the company’s commitment to fleet modernization with environmentally friendly vessels. CEO Vincent Clerc highlighted the challenges and plans for transitioning to green fuels to reduce carbon emissions and meet decarbonization goals.
