News / European parliament rejects proposals for EU ETS update

Members of the European Parliament (EP) yesterday rejected proposals to include shipping and road transport in the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) in a surprise move by lawmakers, which drew criticism from green lobbyists who claimed centre right MEPs had watered down the proposals.

However, a proposal to extend its carbon market to all departing flights was passed.

Yesterday’s vote came as the maritime sector debates greenhouse gas emissions at the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Shipping industry organisations such as the International Chamber ...