12JUL2019 - NEWS - UK calls for post-2025 newbuilds to be zero-emissions capable

All new vessels operating in UK waters from 2025 should be zero-emissions capable, according to the country’s Clean Maritime Plan.

The plan, which is part of the UK Government’s Clean Air Strategy, also includes a £1.0M (US$1.2M) competition to fund development of maritime emissions-reduction strategies.

Another key element is establishing clean maritime clusters, to be underway by 2025 and completed by 2035, which will promote innovation and infrastructure related to zero-emission propulsion technology, including bunkering low or zero-emissions fuels.