Regulation

Call to stop new fossil-powered ships met with support as well as criticism

Hans-Christian Olesen, chief executive of Ultrabulk, calls the proposal from leading shipping CEOs unrealistic. Lauritzen Bulkers is more positive.
Hans-Christian Olesen believes the shipping industry should be realistic about the limited amount of alternative fuels available. | Photo: Pr / Ultra Bulk
Hans-Christian Olesen believes the shipping industry should be realistic about the limited amount of alternative fuels available. | Photo: Pr / Ultra Bulk
by LIV ALMER

It was a publicity stunt when the chief executives of five global shipping companies, including Maersk and MSC, tried to score points at the COP28 climate conference by calling for an end date for the construction of new ships that run exclusively on fossil fuels

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