The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted Resolution MEPC.339(76), updating guidelines for the Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) Phase 3. These revisions reinforce MARPOL Annex VI regulations, ensuring stricter emissions standards for newly built ships.
Key Updates
Stricter Energy Efficiency Standards
- EEDI Phase 3 mandates higher efficiency targets for new ships, advancing IMO’s GHG reduction strategy.
- Reduction factors vary by ship type and size, promoting low-carbon ship designs.
Compliance and Verification
- New ships must undergo EEDI certification to demonstrate compliance with Phase 3 standards.
- Flag States and Recognized Organizations (ROs) oversee verification and enforcement.
Adoption of Low-Carbon Technologies
- Encourages alternative fuels, energy-saving technologies, and optimized hull designs.
- Strengthens the role of innovative propulsion systems for emissions reduction.
Impact on the Maritime Industry
With EEDI Phase 3, shipbuilders and operators must adopt cleaner technologies, ensuring sustainable fleet development while meeting IMO decarbonization goals.
Download Document PDFs Here: 2021 GUIDELINES ON THE OPERATIONAL CARBON INTENSITY RATING OF SHIPS (CII RATING GUIDELINES, G4)