The EU’s FuelEU Maritime Regulation, starting January 2025, requires progressive cuts in shipping GHG intensity—reaching 80% by 2050. Parallel schemes, like the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR), push OPS deployment in core TEN-T ports.

Money is following policy:

• €645 million has been allocated to Denmark’s Bornholm Energy Island.
• France has approved an €11 billion offshore wind support scheme.
• Ports across Spain and Italy are tapping into the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) for OPS rollouts.

This convergence of policy and finance is reshaping maritime investment landscapes. For banks, insurers, and operators, aligning with EU green directives is not just compliance—it’s a gateway to growth.

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