The EU Regulation 2015/757 establishes a Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) system for carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions from maritime transport. It ensures that ships operating within the EU provide accurate emissions data, contributing to the EU’s climate goals.
Scope and Compliance
This regulation applies to ships above 5,000 gross tonnage engaged in commercial activities, including cargo and passenger transport. However, it excludes warships, fishing vessels, and non-commercial government ships. The MRV system mandates that operators monitor and report CO₂ emissions for voyages within, to, and from EU ports.
Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
Shipping companies must develop a monitoring plan detailing fuel consumption, emission factors, and cargo data. They must submit verified annual emission reports to the European Commission and flag states. Compliance is ensured through independent verification and the issuance of a document of compliance for each vessel.
Conclusion
The EU MRV system is a key step toward decarbonizing maritime transport, providing transparency and reliable data for future emission reduction policies.
Download Document PDFs Here: REGULATION (EU) 2015/757 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 29 April 2015