France issued a submission to IMO, in light of decarbonization, urging for a swift global speed limit for shipping in a bid to cut the industry’s emissions. France is one of the most aggressive advocates supporting a quicker decarbonization.
Specifically, the aim is to encourage vessels run at a speed at which they would achieve maximum efficiency, also known as ‘slow steaming’ in order to reduce both fuel consumption and emissions.
France supports that in order to achieve climate goals set out...
https://safety4sea.com/france-proposes-shipping-speed-limits-for-reducing-emissions/