News / UK politicians in belated attempt to delay 2015 low-sulphur legislation deadline

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While the majority of the international shipping industry prepares for January 1, when tighter sulphur emission controls will require ships to burn more expensive distillate bunker fuel in Emission Control Areas (ECAs) in North America, the North Sea and the Baltic, it seems UK MPs are beginning to realise the cost implications for the country’s supply chain.

The UK Financial Times reports that a House of Commons debate has been scheduled for June 18 to discuss the ramifications for transport in ...