GENERAL INFORMATION
 

Project Title
 

Maritime Decarbonisation and Green Shipping Programme

Window and thematic Priority

Window 3: Green Agenda and Sustainable Connectivity Thematic Priority 2: Transport

Beneficiary

Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure / Directorate General for Maritime Affairs

Co-Beneficiary
 

Duration

72 months

EU contribution (Euro)

20.000.000 (+50.000.000 EBRD Loan)

PROJECT SUMMARY

Brief description of the project and main objectives
 

The primary objective of the project is to enhance the sustainability of Türkiye’s maritime industry by promoting investments in low-carbon, energy-efficient technologies. This includes modernizing port infrastructure, retrofitting vessels, and supporting the adoption of alternative fuels to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and improve air quality.

Location

Türkiye

Achievements / expected outputs / results

Outputs:

Development of infrastructure for bunkering alternative fuels (e.g., LNG, hydrogen, ammonia).

Integration of renewable energy sources and energy-efficient technologies in port operations and vessels.

Retrofitting existing vessels and constructing new, energy-efficient ships.

Technical assistance to address regulatory and capacity-related challenges in maritime decarbonization.

Results:

Significant reductions in GHG and air pollutant emissions from the Turkish maritime sector.

Enhanced energy efficiency and reduced reliance on fossil fuels in maritime operations.

Improved resilience of port infrastructure to climate risks.

Alignment of Türkiye's maritime practices with EU environmental standards.