Carbon Tax Compliance: A Roadmap for Ship Owners

By Bollard Maritime UK Limited

The globe is facing an era of green energy transition and ship owners are not exempt from this wave of change. With the implementation of the impending global carbon taxes, including region-specific schemes like the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) and the IMO’s decarbonization targets, carbon emissions now have a direct cost on businesses and consumers

For shipping companies, compliance is no longer optional, it is a regulatory and commercial imperative. With the right approach, carbon taxes can also be a catalyst for innovation, growth, and leadership in global maritime operations.

Understanding the Carbon Tax Landscape
Carbon taxation places a monetary value on each tonne of CO₂ emitted by ships.

For ships calling at European ports or operating internationally, carbon costs can significantly impact profit margins, especially for older, less efficient fleets.

With EU ETS enforcement in motion and International Maritime Organisations's long-term strategy intensifying, the question for ship owners remains: How do we adapt, comply, and thrive?

Bollard Maritime Limited will provide the following services:

1. Carbon tax compliance

2. Road Map and planning for compliance

3. Technical Advisory and Sustainable Shipping Consultancy

To get a quote send us as email at bollardmaritimelimited@outlook.com