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EU ETS shipping: offshore ships of 5,000 GT+ enter the system

Offshore ships enter EU ETS on 1 Jan 2027, in 2 months.

1 Jan 2027 in 2 months Due soon

EU ETS shipping: offshore ships of 5,000 GT+ enter the system

Offshore ships enter EU ETS · Directive 2003/87/EC Article 3ga, as amended by Directive (EU) 2023/959 · European Commission and Member State administering authorities

Maritime EU Law

From 1 January 2027 offshore ships of 5,000 GT and above (offshore supply, construction, accommodation and similar vessels) are inside the EU ETS for emissions on voyages to, from and between EU/EEA ports and at berth. Their operators have reported under the MRV regulation since 2025. The first surrender for 2027 emissions falls due on 30 September 2028.

EUR-Lex · European Commission (DG CLIMA)

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