Caribbean Advances Maritime Decarbonization Roadmap Through 2035

Caribbean countries have made progress in developing a regional plan for maritime decarbonization in the Caribbean between 2027 and 2035. The initiative aims to establish common guidelines to facilitate technical cooperation, project development, and investment mobilization, in line with the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets.

The document, titled Caribbean Regional Roadmap for Maritime Decarbonization and a Just Transition (2027–2035), was developed during a regional meeting held on October 28 and 29 in Georgetown, Guyana, according to a report by MundoMaritimo.

The event brought together representatives from maritime administrations, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), the Caribbean Shipping Association (CSA), financial institutions, regional universities, and other maritime industry stakeholders.

The discussions focused on identifying priority actions to implement the 2023 IMO Strategy on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships, seeking to balance the energy transition with affordable maritime transportation costs, regional connectivity, and the continuity of essential maritime services.

Caribbean Maritime Decarbonization Roadmap to Include Priority Action Matrix

One of the meeting’s main outcomes was the development of a preliminary Implementation Action Matrix, designed to translate five strategic priorities into concrete measures. The document includes proposed timelines, implementation stages, performance indicators, potential partners, and financing requirements.

The regional roadmap and its implementation matrix will be consolidated and submitted to member states for national consultations. Contributions are expected by December 20, 2026, with the aim of advancing a coordinated regional proposal.

Source: Prensa Latina