March 21, 2025
Joint Statement: ECSA & SEA Europe on Maritime Industrial Strategy
European Shipowners (ECSA) and SEA Europe, representing European shipyards and maritime equipment manufacturers, have issued a joint statement urging the European Commission to prioritise the maritime sector in its European Industrial Maritime Strategy and Sustainable Transport Investment Plan.
Key Points:
- Strengthening competitiveness: Enhance sustainability and resilience in European maritime manufacturing.
- Level playing field: Maintain international competitiveness through fair regulatory and taxation policies.
- Financial incentives: Encourage demand for low- and zero-emission ships and retrofits.
- Clean fuel production: Introduce binding obligations to ensure Europe’s leadership in sustainable fuels.
- Access to finance: Allocate EU ETS revenues and other funding tools to support maritime innovation.
Read the full statement here: Download the document
