MES 301
Environment & Sustainability
Environment & Sustainability

SUSTAINABLE SHIPPING AND DECARBONIZATION STRATEGIES

Course Code

MES 301

Category

Environment & Sustainability

Scope

Environment & Sustainability

Duration

3 days

Status

ACTIVE

Competency

Ability to develop and implement sustainable shipping and decarbonization strategies.

Target Audience

Senior management, fleet operators, and policy advisors.

Course Overview

This course explores the advanced strategies and emerging technologies for achieving sustainability and decarbonization in the shipping industry. It is tailored for senior management, fleet operators, and policy advisors who need to navigate the industry's transition to a low-carbon future. The program covers topics such as alternative fuels (e.g., LNG, ammonia, hydrogen), energy efficiency technologies, and the role of carbon markets and green financing. Participants will gain the knowledge to evaluate different decarbonization pathways, make informed investment decisions, and position their company as a leader in sustainable shipping.

Learning Objectives

  • Evaluate the viability of different alternative fuels and propulsion systems.
  • Analyze energy efficiency technologies to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
  • Develop a long-term strategy for fleet decarbonization.
  • Understand the economic and regulatory landscape of carbon markets and green shipping corridors.

Daily Topics

D1

Day 1: Alternative Fuels – LNG, Ammonia, Hydrogen, Propulsion systems; MARPOL Annex VI, IMO GHG Strategy.

D2

Day 2: Energy Efficiency – Energy efficiency technologies, Fuel consumption reduction; EU MRV, EU ETS, ISO 14064, ISO 14067.

D3

Day 3: Carbon Markets & Green Finance – Carbon markets, Green financing, Decarbonization pathways; UN SDG 13, Poseidon Principles, Sea Cargo Charter, EU Green Deal, IMO MEPC resolutions.

References

MARPOL Annex VI (Air Pollution Prevention), IMO GHG Strategy (Initial GHG Strategy and Net-Zero Framework), EU MRV Regulation, EU ETS (Emissions Trading System), ISO 14064 (Greenhouse Gas Accounting), ISO 14067 (Carbon Footprint of Products), UN SDG 13 (Climate Action), Poseidon Principles, Sea Cargo Charter, EU Green Deal, IMO MEPC resolutions.

Upcoming Course Dates

November 2 – November 4, 2026

Istanbul
Open

June 2 – June 4, 2027

Cairo
Open

December 1 – December 3, 2027

Dammam
Open

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