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Tackle EU ETS Carbon Market with Confidence

As 2024 draws to a close, it marks a pivotal year for the EU ETS Carbon Market, especially with the shipping sector now under its scope. Prices for EUAs have remained in a narrow range, and with year-end compliance deadlines approaching, it’s time to reassess your strategy. OceanScore, in collaboration with our trading partner RWE, […]

Written by OceanScore

Posted on November 13, 2024

Key Highlights:

Price Stability: EU ETS Front December EUAs down ~13% YoY, trading within a firm range.
Shipping Sector’s Impact: First year under ETS with partial compliance required.
Regulatory Deadlines: Extended timelines for EUA surrender and significant market opportunities.

What’s Next?

Consolidate your market insights.
Leverage opportunities around year-end volatility.
Prepare for an ambitious 2025 with stricter compliance targets.

Our trading partner, RWE, has compiled an essential year-end report to help you navigate these final weeks with confidence.

OceanScore is here to guide you through every step of your decarbonization journey. Ready to close those open positions?

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ESI Core: What Ports Need to Know About the Environmental Ship Index Update

ESI Core enters into force in 2027 and introduces the most ambitious evolution of the Environmental Ship Index so far.…

Written by Damla Hasenclever

Posted on May 11, 2026

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Environmental Ship Index: Reduce Port Fees Through Environmental Performance

Many ships already qualify for port fee discounts through the Environmental Ship Index (ESI). Learn how the scheme works and…

Written by Damla Hasenclever

Posted on March 11, 2026

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EU ETS Best Practices for Shipping: Lessons Learned After Implementation

OceanScore has been assessing early experiences as companies adapt to the EU ETS post-implementation, based on feedback from over 70…

Written by OceanScore

Posted on July 10, 2024

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FuelEU Maritime Compliance: Why Pooling Is Infinitely Better Than Paying the Penalty

As global trade grows and decarbonization pressures increase, the shipping industry is facing heightened scrutiny over its environmental impact. At…

Written by OceanScore

Posted on September 3, 2025

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Running the numbers: OceanScore reveals ship segments set to feel €1.3bn sting of FuelEU penalties

OceanScore analyzes the financial impact of FuelEU Maritime regulations, forecasting penalties for various shipping sectors. The report highlights key areas…

Written by OceanScore

Posted on July 10, 2024

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De-Risking Your FuelEU Clauses: Complexity Meets Commercial Reality

FuelEU Charter Party impact shipping compliance costs. OceanScore’s FuelEU Planner helps with cost risks & pooling strategies with precision

Written by OceanScore

Posted on March 24, 2025

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FuelEU Maritime Pooling: A Viable Strategy

FuelEU allows for pooling compliance deficits and surpluses as one way to secure compliance. OceanScore analyses continues to show that…

Written by OceanScore

Posted on April 28, 2025

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Compliance Manager 2.4: Advancing Maritime Compliance with Speed and Precision

Nearly 1.000 vessels are already using OceanScore’s Compliance Manager to manage their FuelEU Maritime processes and to secure the needed…

Written by OceanScore

Posted on April 25, 2025

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