Hadjimanolis hails new strategy for Europe’s maritime sector
The Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU advanced key transport and maritime files in Luxembourg on Monday , as ministers adopted conclusions on European shipping and ports, while also discussing cleaner mobility, supply chain resilience and the sector’s decarbonisation path beyond 2030. The Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council , in its transport formation, was held on June 8, 2026, and was chaired by Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades and Deputy Shipping Mi
European transport ministers convened on June 8, 2026, under the Cyprus Presidency, adopting key conclusions on European shipping and ports. Discussions focused on enhancing the sector's competitiveness, resilience, and strategic autonomy, with a particular emphasis on decarbonization pathways beyond 2030 and the revision of regulations like FuelEU Maritime. The meeting also addressed cleaner mobility and supply chain resilience.
Ministers endorsed the European Maritime Industrial Strategy, a priority for the Cyprus Presidency. This strategy aims to bolster Europe's maritime industrial base, encompassing shipping, shipbuilding, and ports, to ensure quality jobs, safeguard economic security, and maintain the continent's leadership in this vital sector amidst global competition and the green transition.
The adopted conclusions and strategy are crucial for strengthening Europe's economic security, supply chain resilience, and leadership in the global maritime industry while addressing environmental challenges.
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