The UAE’s goal is to reduce emissions by 40% by 2030
Emirates Shipping Association in collaboration with International Chamber of Shipping and under the patronage of Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, recently hosted the summit – ‘Shaping the Future of Shipping-Towards a Net Zero World’.“It is crucial for the maritime community to unite on world stages, to address the world’s biggest challenges, namely decarbonization. Together we can form partnerships, exchange best practices, and explore innovative solutions, to meet the IMO sustainability goals set and achieve net zero by 2050,” affirmed Capt. Abdulkareem Al Masabi, Chairman, ESA.
Sustainability dialogues in the maritime sector
The UAE’s goal is to reduce emissions by 40% by 2030 and achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. To accomplish this, they are adopting a sustainable and evidence-based approach, involving government organizations, ship operators, ports, shipyards, and research centers, in accordance with the Paris Agreement and the UAE’s 50-Year Charter, according to a press communique.
“Together, we will create a sustainable future for the maritime sector and leave a lasting legacy of environmental stewardship,” remarked Emanuele Grimaldi, Chairman, International Chamber of Shipping.
“The UAE is creating a thriving, ambitious and collaborative shipping industry, and we all witnessed the evolution of the country becoming a true global metropolis. We are prioritizing dialogue with the public and private sectors to continue to develop the industry and deliver on our ambitions,” commented Anders Ostergaard, Secretary- General of ESA and Group CEO, Monjasa.