Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced a Europe Environment Surcharge for the period October 1–December 31, 2026, applying to all trades including FMC‑regulated services and Canada‑related shipments. The surcharge is designed to offset higher compliance costs after the EU Emissions Trading System’s maritime segment reached full coverage of 100% verified emissions from January 1, 2026 and expanded to methane and nitrous oxide.
Ocean Network Express (ONE) has set its Europe Environment Surcharge for the fourth quarter of 2026, effective from October 1 to December 31 and applicable to all contracts on non‑FMC trades, FMC‑regulated trades and cargoes involving Canada. The carrier states that the revised environmental charge reflects increased costs associated with purchasing and surrendering allowances under the expanded EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) for maritime transport. Market and regulatory analyses note that by 2026 shipping companies calling EU ports must surrender allowances covering 100% of their verified emissions, up from 70% in 2025. This shift to full coverage significantly raises the financial burden of carbon compliance, especially for high‑emission fleets and long‑haul trades.
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