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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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Securing contractual clauses for EUA costs settlement

Acquisition of EUAs constitutes a major cost burden for the responsible party so these costs need to be fairly allocated…

Written by OceanScore

Posted on May 13, 2024

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OceanScore models price scenario for FuelEU pooling as alternative to penalties

OceanScore provides insights on compliance surpluses and price clarity for FuelEU Maritime's pooling mechanism, offering shipping companies cost-effective compliance solutions.

Written by OceanScore

Posted on August 17, 2024

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OceanScore Pool-Price Index Market Commentary: April 2026

OPX declined further to €196 per tCO₂e in April, reaching a multi-month low. Continued surplus oversupply and the approaching pooling…

Written by Albrecht Grell

Posted on March 31, 2026

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OceanScore Pool-Price Index Market Commentary: January 2026

FuelEU pooling prices declined in January 2026 as surplus volumes increased following completion of the first compliance period. OceanScore’s OPX…

Written by Albrecht Grell

Posted on January 13, 2026

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FuelEU Maritime: 4 Pressing Challenges Facing Shipping in 2025

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 26, 2025

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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