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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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OceanScore opens new Singapore office for Asia Pacific expansion amid rising demand for compliance solutions

OceanScore opens a new office in Singapore to support rising demand for its digital solutions, helping shipping companies comply with…

Written by OceanScore

Posted on August 1, 2024

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MEPC 83: The New Global Carbon Rules

MEPC83 approves complex global GHG reduction rules for shipping, introducing dual thresholds, remedial units, and a FuelEU-like system starting 2028.

Written by OceanScore

Posted on April 14, 2025

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OceanScore Pool-Price Index Market Commentary: December 2025

With the ability to generate additional surplus limited by the approaching year-end, and demand picking up, prices for pooling edged…

Written by Albrecht Grell

Posted on December 8, 2025

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EU ETS Management for Shipping: Why Companies Are Adopting OceanScore’s ETS Manager

A collaboration agreement has been signed between a classification society ClassNK and a maritime data and technology firm OceanScore to…

Written by OceanScore

Posted on December 7, 2023

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Environmental Ship Index (ESI): The Complete Guide for Shipping Companies and Ports

The Environmental Ship Index (ESI) is the world’s leading port incentive scheme, rewarding ships performing beyond emission standards with port…

Written by Damla Hasenclever

Posted on March 12, 2026

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What Is the Environmental Ship Index (ESI) and How Does It Work?

How can environmental performance translate into commercial value? The Environmental Ship Index (ESI) provides a harmonised framework that allows ports…

Written by Damla Hasenclever

Posted on March 2, 2026