Jamaica Maritime Authority and IMO workshop explores low-carbon marine fuels and Jamaica's strategic role in the transition.
In a national workshop organized in collaboration with the Jamaica Maritime Authority and the International Maritime Organization (IMO), options for transitioning to low and zero-carbon marine fuels and the potential role of the country in this transformation were discussed.
Jamaica, one of the significant maritime hubs in the Caribbean, is preparing for a transformation process aimed at reducing carbon emissions in global shipping. During the national stakeholder workshop organized in collaboration with the Jamaica Maritime Authority and the IMO, pathways for transitioning to alternative marine fuels and the country's strategic position in this area were examined.
At the meeting attended by industry representatives, public authorities, and energy stakeholders, the supply chain, port infrastructure, and financing requirements for methanol, ammonia, and other low-carbon fuels were evaluated. The workshop emphasized that Jamaica has the potential to become an alternative fuel supply hub due to its geographical location and port infrastructure.
Additionally, the meeting addressed the reduction of carbon intensity in the maritime sector, the preparation of ports for fuel transition, and training and capacity development. It was stated that it is critical for developing maritime countries to adapt to energy transformation in line with the IMO's global emission reduction targets.
Officials noted that the workshop is one of the first steps towards integrating low and zero-carbon fuels into Jamaica's national maritime strategy. The outcomes of the workshop are expected to guide the country's port infrastructure and energy investments.
Source: SeaNews Türkiye
