On October 7th, the Hamburg Declaration will be signed following the green shipping session of the World Ports Conference, a high-level event featuring heads of state, ministers, and CEOs from the maritime and aviation sectors, according to the IAPH
Confirmed speakers for this high-level session include: Arsenio Dominguez, secretary-general of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Jens Meier, CEO of Hamburg Port Authority and president of IAPH, Svenja Schulze, minister in the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, Mirja Nibbe, managing director of CMA/CGM, and Søren Toft, CEO of MSC.
The Hamburg Declaration on the Decarbonisation of Global Shipping encourages the collaboration of ports, shipping companies, shipbuilders, financial institutions, and producers of sustainable green shipping fuels based on renewable energies (green fuels) from industrialised, emerging, and developing countries to establish green shipping corridors.
The primary objectives of this declaration are to:
1. Foster intensive cooperation between ports, shipping companies, shipbuilders, financial institutions and green fuel producers.
2. Instigate and promote the establishment of green shipping corridors, that utilise sustainable green fuels and use Onshore Power Supply while at berth.
3. Promote technological innovation and the adoption of best practices for sustainable maritime operations.
4. Encourage governments to facilitate both the development of an effective and workable global regulatory regime in this area, as well as the timely production and delivery to the marine market of the necessary fuels.
5. Facilitate knowledge sharing and capacity building among all stakeholders involved
This declaration lays the foundation for a collaborative effort towards sustainable maritime operations and the establishment of green shipping corridors
The parties can collaboration through various ways, as follows:
#1 Development of Green Shipping Corridors
▪ Identify key maritime routes that can be designated as green shipping corridors.
▪ Collaborate in support on the infrastructure development required for the production, storage, and distribution of green ship fuels along these routes.
#2 Research and Development
▪ Engage in joint research and development projects focused on improving the efficiency and sustainability of green fuels.
▪ Share technological innovations and advancements that can enhance the environmental performance of shipping operations.
#3 Knowledge Sharing and Capacity Building
▪ Organise workshops, seminars, and training programs to disseminate knowledge and build capacity among stakeholders.
▪ Develop platforms for continuous dialogue and exchange of best practices.
#4 Economic and Financial Collaboration
▪ Explore funding opportunities and financial mechanisms to support the development and implementation of green shipping corridors.
▪ Assess the economic impact and benefits of transitioning to green ship fuels and sustainable shipping practices.
