European shipowners (ECSA) have urged Members of the European Parliament to vote in favor of the European Commission's proposal to include two Indian shipyards in the ship recycling list. This request comes as the Environment Committee of the European Parliament is set to vote on a resolution opposing this action on November 4.
Review and Assessment of Indian Shipyards
The two Indian shipyards in question have been evaluated through a thorough and extensive inspection process and comply with the requirements of European Union regulations. This action represents a significant advancement in ensuring high environmental and safety standards for ship recycling globally. The European Commission's proposal sends a clear message: shipyards outside the European Union that meet the safety and environmental requirements of the EU Ship Recycling Regulation (EU SRR) can and should be recognized.
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Emphasis on Supporting Safety and Environmental Standards
European shipowners have asked Members of the European Parliament to support this proposal, which is based on an independent and thorough inspection process. In this regard, Sotiris Raptis, Secretary General of European Shipowners, stated: "Including these two shipyards in the EU list is a long-awaited and welcome step that rewards the investments made to comply with EU standards. Opposing the inclusion of facilities that meet the stringent safety and environmental standards of the EU will undermine the credibility of EU legislation."
Given the importance of this issue, European shipowners hope that Members of the European Parliament will respond positively to this request and take a significant step towards improving global ship recycling standards. This action also reflects the EU's willingness to embrace and support shipyards that strive to contribute to environmental preservation by adhering to international standards.
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