Carriers

A simple piece of math takes center stage in scrapping debate

The debate surrounding shipowners' scrapping of end-of-life vessels has rekindled again ahead of a crucial decision in Brussels. A simple piece of math concerning space available at European shipbreaking facilities is at the center of a new dispute between shipowners and an NGO.
Maersk Line has in recent years scrapped several ships at facilities in Alang, which comply with the Hong Kong convention and Maersk's own shipbreaking standards. | Photo: Maersk
Maersk Line has in recent years scrapped several ships at facilities in Alang, which comply with the Hong Kong convention and Maersk's own shipbreaking standards. | Photo: Maersk
by NIKLAS KRIGSLUND

How many ships can be scrapped at European shipbreaking facilities? And will it be enough?

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