European Shipowners | ECSA

European Shipowners input to the European Commissions review of the EU taxonomy climate delegated act Executive Summary: Strategic Role of Shipping for European Security European shipping is an asset for Europe and a cornerstone of the energy, food and supply chain security of the continent. European shipping controls 35% of the global tonnage.

The European Community Shipowners' Associations (ECSA) is pleased to give feedback on the European Climate Law. In the attachment ECSA is making some general remarks about the most effective and efficient way to phase out shipping emissions as quickly as possible in this centure. It also proposes concrete actions at EU level that support the shipping industry becoming climate neutral.

ES|ECSA submission to European Commission’s call for evidence regarding the EU ETS review I. Introduction European shipping is a strategic asset for Europe and a cornerstone of the energy, food and supply chain security of the continent.

Opening of the attached position paper · the full paper is on the Commission’s record (source link above)

Even though ECSA's first preference always is an international regulation for shipping at IMO level, the sector should contribute its fair share to address the climate crisis at EU level as well. European shipowners firmly support a dedicated fund to be set up under the EU ETS to stabilise the carbon price.

Brussels, August 2025 Ref. Ares(2025)6889336 - 26/08/2025 European Shipowners | ECSA response to the consultation on the extension of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) scope European Shipowners | ECSA (ES|ECSA) welcomes the opportunity to respond to the consultation on the extension of the scope of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).

Opening of the attached position paper · the full paper is on the Commission’s record (source link above)

Introductory Remarks ECSA together with CLIA, Interferry and EuDA (the industry) wish to submit this joint paper reiterating the shipping industry’s position with regards to the directive. We believe that the Energy Taxation Directive (ETD) can be instrumental to support the industry's use of new low- or zero carbon fuels, thereby supporting the decarbonisation of shipping.

European Shipowners | ECSA (ES|ECSA) welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the Commission's call for evidence on the post-2030 renewable energy framework. It is essential that the framework fully reflects the role of the maritime sector, one of the hardest to decarbonise, and creates the conditions for the production, availability and uptake of low- and zero-carbon fuels for shipping.

European Shipowners | ECSA welcome the opportunity to give input to the forthcoming European Ocean Act and the upcoming revision of the Maritime Spatial Planning (MSP) Directive. Please find our feedback enclosed. We remain at your disposal should you have any questions.

The European Community Shipowners Associations (ECSA) represents 20 national shipowners associations based in the EU and Norway. European shipowners control 39.5% of the global commercial fleet, contribute annually 149 billion euros to the EU GDP and provide 2 million people with careers both on board and ashore.

Brussels, July 2025 Ref. Ares(2025)5946306 - 22/07/2025 European Shipowners submission to the European Commission’s call for evidence on the European Grids package European shipping is a strategic asset for Europe and a cornerstone of the energy, food and supply chain security of the continent.

Opening of the attached position paper · the full paper is on the Commission’s record (source link above)

Brussels, February 2025 Position Paper on Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage Main Recommendations ECSA calls on the Commission to: • Accelerate the implementation of the Net-Zero Industry Act, in particular the establishment of a single market for CO2 and guidelines for maritime transport of CO2 as well as accelerate the work on carbon credits.

Opening of the attached position paper · the full paper is on the Commission’s record (source link above)

ECSA supports the objective of the FuelEU Maritime proposal to foster the uptake of cleaner fuels in shipping. However, the proposal may become a missed opportunity. Using documents provided by non-EU fuel suppliers to calculate carbon savings contributing to the EU’s climate targets may create substantial enforcement loopholes.

European Shipowners | ECSA (ES|ECSA) welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the Commission's call for evidence on the revision of national targets and flexibilities in the EU climate policy framework after 2030, in particular with regards to the Effort Sharing Regulation (ESR). Please find enclosed our answer.

The European Community Shipowners' Associations (ECSA) believes that the current Regulation (EU) No 1177/2010 concerning the rights of passengers when travelling by sea is fit for purpose and sees no compelling need for any new initiative. In fact, ferry and cruise sectors are known for their high standards of customer service.

ECSA welcomes the possibility to comment on the call for evidence on the new ‘CountEmissions EU’ initiative. ECSA would like to highlight that shipping is already required to monitor, report and verify the carbon dioxide emissions of vessels under the EU MRV system (Regulation (EU) 2015/757).

The European Community Shipowners Associations (ECSA) represents 21 national shipowners associations based in the EU and Norway. European shipowners control 39.5% of the global commercial fleet, contribute annually 149 billion euros to the EU GDP and provide 2 million people with careers both on board and ashore.

European Shipowners | ECSA (ES|ECSA) strongly welcomes the European Commissions proposal to add two Indian yards to the updated European list of approved ship recycling facilities (16th edition). Please find enclosed our contribution to the consultation.

ECSA, ICS and the IG P&I Clubs welcome the efforts of the European Commission to reinforce environmental protection in particular by setting as a high priority the preservation of the oceans and the seas. However, in the context of shipping, the new proposal on the protection of the environment through criminal law (ECD) which aims to replace Directive 2008/99/EC, leads to discrepancies in the interpretation of…

The European Community Shipowners’ Associations (ECSA) and the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) welcome the revision of Regulation (EU) 2015/757, thereafter the MRV Regulation, attempting to align the EU MRV with the global IMO Data Collection System (IMO DCS). ECSA nonetheless regrets that the European Commission did not opt for a full alignment with the IMO DCS.

The European Community Shipowners’ Associations (ECSA) welcomes the opportunity to give feedback on the Commission's Proposal for a directive to implement the OECD Pillar Two rules. ECSA would like to draw the attention of the Regulators that the EC Proposal in its current form may lead to competitive disadvantages and distortions.

ECSA, the recognized EU sectoral social partner, representing employers of the maritime transport sector strongly opposes the European Commission’s proposal to introduce more qualified majority voting in social policy.

ECSA represents 21 national shipowners associations based in the EU and Norway. European shipowners control 39.5% of the global commercial fleet, contribute 149 billion euros per year to the EU GDP and provide 2 million Europeans with careers both on board and ashore. ECSA strives for a regulatory environment that fosters the international competitiveness of European shipping, to the benefit of the EU.