EU Ship Recycling Regulation Evaluation and Update

The European Commission evaluated the EU Ship Recycling Regulation, which was adopted in 2013 to improve environmental and social standards in ship recycling practices. The assessment concluded that while the objectives were largely achieved—especially through the European List of authorized ship recycling facilities—issues remain. Shipowners have been changing flags to avoid EU regulations, and hazardous materials inventories are often insufficient. A new edition of the European List was also adopted, now including 43 facilities across Europe, Turkey, and the United States.