Brussels — The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) has issued an opinion advocating for a comprehensive EU maritime strategy. The opinion, adopted at the plenary session on January 22nd, 2025, emphasises the need for coordinated investment policies, legislative initiatives, social dialogue, and civil society involvement to navigate the future of the maritime sector.
GMPB — October 9th — Competing ETS Amendments Set Out Transport Funding Priorities as EU Emissions Rise
9 October 2026
Headlines: Ricci proposes 70% reinvestment requirement for aviation and maritime ETS revenues EU transport emissions rise 2% as rail freight declines Bloss seeks electrification-first ETS funding, reduced biofuel support, and carbon pricing for contrails Fuel associations seek binding renewable transport targets beyond 2030 Industry and NGOs oppose further delay to
