The UK Chamber of Shipping has highlighted that maritime decarbonisation requires practical measures to enable stakeholders to invest confidently, according to Bunkerspot. The organisation noted that regulation alone would not achieve the necessary transition.
Bunkerspot reported that the Chamber's comments followed the UK Department for Transport's (DfT) publication of a summary of responses to its net zero ports strategy. The DfT had previously issued the UK government's Maritime Decarbonisation Strategy (MDS).
The Chamber indicated that progress on both vessels and infrastructure is essential for decarbonisation. This progress needs support from practical measures that empower ports, fuel suppliers, and the broader maritime supply chain.
The DfT's Maritime Decarbonisation Strategy was released in March of the previous year, as stated by Bunkerspot. A three-month period was allocated for stakeholders to submit their responses to the strategy.
Bunkerspot reported that the DfT published a summary of the 65 responses received on August 28. The UK Chamber of Shipping's remarks underscore the importance of a comprehensive approach beyond just regulatory frameworks.
