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Only full IMO global carbon pricing plan can decarbonise shipping, study says

Published 16:52 on February 19, 2026 / Last updated at 16:52 on February 19, 2026 / / International (Shipping)

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Full adoption of the International Maritime Organization (IMO)'s global carbon pricing mechanism is the only option that would create enough demand signals to boost clean fuel production and enable the global fleet to meet its decarbonisation goals, according to analysis published on Thursday.
Full adoption of the International Maritime Organization (IMO)'s global carbon pricing mechanism is the only option that would create enough demand signals to boost clean fuel production and enable the global fleet to meet its decarbonisation goals, according to analysis published on Thursday.


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