Barbados launches a green shipping corridor to promote low-emission maritime transport across the Caribbean, enhancing sustainability in the region.
A new 'green shipping corridor' initiative aimed at making maritime transportation more environmentally friendly is being launched under the leadership of Barbados. The project aims to reduce the carbon footprint in shipping by promoting low-emission ship operations among the ports in the region.
As part of the corridor, planned in collaboration with the Barbados government and regional stakeholders, it is anticipated that ships using alternative fuels will be prioritized on certain routes, and port infrastructure will be developed accordingly. Electrification, green fuels, and energy efficiency practices are among the key topics of the project.
Officials state that the initiative will create a sustainable maritime model in the Caribbean for both tourism and cargo transportation.
Within the framework of the project, the implementation of technologies such as low-emission fuel supply points at ports, shore-to-ship power supply systems, and digital route optimization solutions is planned. This aims to reduce fuel consumption and emissions of ships while they are operating in ports.
'Green shipping corridor' projects have gained momentum worldwide in recent years. International maritime authorities and ports are collaborating on specific routes with the goal of achieving near-zero emissions. The Caribbean initiative led by Barbados is seen as one of the newest examples of this global trend in the region.
According to experts, the project could enhance the competitiveness of regional ports, support sustainable tourism, and significantly reduce carbon emissions. Initially, the corridor will be implemented on pilot routes, with plans to expand it throughout the Caribbean if successful.
Source: SeaNews Türkiye
