The need for new rules on shore power for tankers emerged following amendments to the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth Regulation, requiring tankers to have emission control strategies in place at specific ports from January 2025. As a response to these regulatory changes, DNV, on behalf of the Western States Petroleum Association, conducted a comprehensive assessment of the feasibility of meeting the new requirements.
The assessment found significant gaps in...
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