{"id":1080,"date":"2026-01-13T11:53:26","date_gmt":"2026-01-13T11:53:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/?p=1080"},"modified":"2026-01-06T11:56:04","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T11:56:04","slug":"eexi-uefi-environmental-rules-simply-explained-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/en\/eexi-uefi-umweltregeln-einfach-erklaert-3","title":{"rendered":"EEXI &amp; UEFI - Environmental rules simply explained"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why every gram of CO\u2082 counts now<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The shipping industry is under pressure to measurably reduce its CO\u2082 emissions. Globally, the IMO relies on two levers: EEXI as a technical efficiency index for existing ships and CII as an annual operational rating. At the same time, the EU is tightening the fuel pathway with FuelEU Maritime and EU-ETS. For exporters, this means that routes, offers and documents must be set up to be emissions-compliant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More about current departures:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/en\/driving-plans\/\">Timetables \u2013 ODS Orient<\/a><br>Processes in RoRo export:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/en\/what-do-i-have-to-consider-with-a-roro-shipment\/\">Customs clearance for RoRo shipments<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clarification of terms: EEXI, CII - and where \u201eUEFI\u201c comes from<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">EEXI (Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Assesses the technical efficiency of an existing ship. Shipowners achieve compliance through measures such as engine power limitation, propeller upgrades or waste heat utilisation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CII (Carbon Intensity Indicator)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Measures the CO\u2082 intensity per transport performance over the course of the year. Result: A-E rating. Poor ratings require operational correction plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201eUEFI\u201c - not an official term<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In discussions, \u201eUEFI\u201c usually stands for EU regulations such as FuelEU Maritime. Important: EEXI\/CII = IMO, FuelEU = EU.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Official overview:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imo.org\/en\/MediaCentre\/HotTopics\/Pages\/EEXI-CII-FAQ.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IMO - EEXI &amp; CII<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/transport.ec.europa.eu\/transport-modes\/maritime\/decarbonising-maritime-transport-fueleu-maritime_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">European Commission - FuelEU Maritime<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How the rules work - from offer to arrival<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Offer phase<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Carriers integrate emissions data (gCO\u2082\/tkm, WtW\/WtT) into quotes. Shippers should request binding KPIs in RFQs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Route planning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To comply with CII targets, the vehicle is driven more slowly or routed differently. Use flex windows and live timetables:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/en\/driving-plans\/\">Timetables \u2013 ODS Orient<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Documentation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Clean export\/import documents and gate-ready specifications help to avoid downtimes and emissions. For details:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/en\/what-do-i-have-to-consider-with-a-roro-shipment\/\">Customs clearance for RoRo shipments<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">EEXI in practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One-off technical assessment, e.g. by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Engine Power Limitation (EPL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hydrodynamic upgrades<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Energy-saving systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wind assistance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Slower driving can influence transit times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CII - the annual company rating<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Annual A-E rating based on CO\u2082 per transport job. Poor ratings (D\/E) lead to mandatory measures. CII data is increasingly visible in offers - important for Scope 3 reporting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FuelEU Maritime: EU specification on the fuel path<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Goal: Reduce the GHG intensity of marine fuels. Shipowners must use or compensate for low-carbon fuels. Shippers see the prospect of CO\u2082 cost components in the offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick comparison of the instruments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Instrument<br>EEXI - IMO, technical efficiency, indirectly relevant via speed<br>CII - IMO, operational CO\u2082 intensity, A-E rating visible<br>FuelEU Maritime - EU, GHG intensity of fuel, influences offers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Checklist: operational implementation of the \u201eeexi uefi declaration\u201c<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A) Procurement &amp; offers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Define KPIs in RFQ\/RFP (e.g. gCO\u2082\/tkm, WtW)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have CO\u2082 costs shown separately<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan A\/B departures for flexibility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">B) Planning &amp; Routes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use live timetables<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Document flex windows and terminal specifications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">C) Documents &amp; Gate-Ready<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Export: Invoice, packing list, B\/L, MRN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>RoRo: empty, tank &lt; \u00bc, rollable, photo documentation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Import: Clarify exemption at an early stage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">D) Data flow &amp; reporting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Link EDI events + AIS + B\/L<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Save Scope 3 documentation per programme<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical table: Mandatory information per consignment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Identification<\/strong>Booking number, IMO no., recipient<br><strong>load<\/strong>Dimensions, weight, VIN<br><strong>Routing<\/strong>Ports, ETD\/ETA<br><strong>Documents<\/strong>Invoice, Packing list, MRN<br><strong>emissions<\/strong>Methodology, unit, CII rating if applicable<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avoid common stumbling blocks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201eUEFI\u201c = FuelEU, not IMO<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AIS \u2260 Status: EDI events are required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No flex windows = risk with ETA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gate-ready underestimated = service life<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missing CO\u2082 KPIs = poor data situation<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ: EEXI &amp; UEFI - short &amp; sweet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Is \u201eUEFI\u201c an official IMO term?<\/strong><br>No - usually FuelEU Maritime is meant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is the difference between EEXI and CII?<\/strong><br>EEXI = technology (one-off), CII = operation (annual).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do the rules affect timetables?<\/strong><br>Yes - through speed\/routing adjustments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Which documents are critical?<\/strong><br>Invoice, packing list, B\/L, MRN; for RoRo: gate-ready standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What does this mean for my budget?<\/strong><br>CO\u2082 cost components may occur. An individual offer is required for details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion: \u201eeexi uefi declaration\u201c in practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A practical eexi uefi declaration means: clarity about the control sources, clean KPI requirements, well thought-out planning - and documentation that can be used for emissions. If you get this right today, you can export safely, sustainably and predictably in 2025\/2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Disclaimer: All information in this article has been carefully researched but is subject to change at any time. ODS Orient accepts no liability for the topicality, accuracy and completeness of the information provided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Warum jetzt jedes Gramm CO\u2082 z\u00e4hlt Die Schifffahrt steht unter Druck, ihre CO\u2082-Emissionen messbar zu senken. Global setzt die IMO auf zwei Hebel: EEXI als technischer Effizienzindex f\u00fcr Bestandsschiffe und CII als operatives Jahresrating. Parallel versch\u00e4rft die EU mit FuelEU Maritime und EU-ETS den Kraftstoffpfad. F\u00fcr Exporteure bedeutet das: Routen, Angebote und Dokumente m\u00fcssen emissionsf\u00e4hig [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1081,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1080","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1080","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1080"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1080\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1082,"href":"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1080\/revisions\/1082"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1081"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1080"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1080"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/odsorient.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1080"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}