Lübeck-based Oldendorff Carriers is preparing for the EU European Union‘s Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) regulation by appointing Verifavia to verify its fleet.
The German company is one of the world’s leading Owner/Operators of dry bulk carriers and continuously
»With our modern fleet of eco-ships coupled with the ongoing efforts of those working on our dedicated Green Ship Programme, Oldendorff remains committed to ensuring that the impact of our operations on the environment is minimised as much as is practically possible. Working with Verifavia ensures that we are on track to meet and exceed our EU MRV responsibilities and to achieve timely compliance with the requirements mandated by this environmental regulation.«
Christopher Fee, Projects Manager, Oldendorff Carriers
Implemented on 1st July 2015, the shipping MRV regulation is now a pressing reality for more than 12,000 vessels visiting EU ports, with the first regulatory deadline on 31st August 2017. Ship owners and operators of vessels exceeding 5,000 GT and operating in the EU have less than four months to prepare and submit their ship-specific monitoring plans to monitor and report carbon emissions, fuel consumption, and associated transport work.
More then 300 vessels under contract
Julien Dufour, CEO, Verifavia Shipping, said: » We remain committed to helping ship owners and operators navigate the complexities of this new environmental regulation confidently, competitively, and smoothly. Working with a leading bulk carrier such as Oldendorff is a privilege and testament to the knowledge, flexibility, and quality that Verifavia offers as an independent verifier. We are now exceeding 300 ships under contract for EU MRV verification and assessment.«
Verifavia adds that it has achieved accreditation from both the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS), and France’s national accreditation body, Cofrac, making it »the first globally accredited verifier to receive dual accreditation under the ISO 14065 standard and regulation 757/2015«. »This allows us to assess or verify any ship anywhere in the world, regardless of country of ownership, flag state, or class«. It also ensures a future-proofed EU MRV verification service that will not be impacted by any political repercussions caused by Britain’s exit from the EU.
