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IMO standard from 2028 Why the decisions will be made in 2026

The IMO CO2 fee for shipping is to take effect worldwide from 2028. However, the strategic, contractual and operational decisions will already be made in 2026 and shipping companies, shippers and logistics service providers will have to adapt their fleets, routes, charter contracts and reporting processes at an early stage. Those who do not react until 2028 risk higher cost pressure, capacity bottlenecks and contractual risks. Scenario planning, documentation security and sustainable transport strategies are crucial now. Short answer in 5 bullet points [...]

FuelEU Maritime 2026: What impact on surcharges and timetable planning?

FuelEU Maritime obliges shipping companies to gradually reduce the greenhouse gas intensity of marine fuels from 2026. For the RoRo sector, this means new surcharge models, more complex timetable planning and stricter documentation requirements. The main keyword fueleu maritime roro is therefore becoming a central issue for shippers, charterers and shipping companies. Those who can reliably maintain ETD and ETA and efficiently manage POL and POD [...]

EU ETS in RoRo practice: What will change for shippers and forwarders in 2026?

The eu ets shipping roro obliges shipping companies to fully include relevant CO2 emissions in EU transport from 2026. This will result in additional emissions costs, which are usually passed on via surcharges. For shippers and forwarders, transparency requirements, documentation obligations and the pressure to efficiently plan POL/POD, ETD/ETA and cargo concepts with RoRo, PCTC and MAFI are increasing. Those who structure processes and provide emissions data early [...]

RoRo to Jeddah vs. Dammam: Which port of destination suits what?

The choice between RoRo Jeddah Dammam in 2026 depends heavily on the target market, the onward transport route and the type of cargo. Jeddah is particularly suitable for imports to western and central Saudi Arabia, while Dammam is preferred for the east and industrial clusters in the Gulf. At roro jeddah dammam, POL and POD, ETD and ETA as well as customs and [...]

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IMO standard from 2028 Why the decisions will be made in 2026

FuelEU Maritime 2026: What impact on surcharges and timetable planning?

EU ETS in RoRo practice: What will change for shippers and forwarders in 2026?

RoRo to Jeddah vs. Dammam: Which port of destination suits what?