The International Maritime Organization has agreed a series of measures to reduce shipping’s carbon emissions by 2030, which will require the world’s existing fleet to match the efficiency standards of newbuildings.
The amendments to Marpol Annex VI will now be circulated among IMO member states with a view to entering into force by 2023.
Heated debate
The agreement follows a day of heated debate at the IMO's decisive Marine Environment Protection Committee meeting.
