Good Reads #5: New sulphur cap could be disruptive to ocean freight

Pharma cold chain logistics is very complex with many stakeholders involved. We all work hard to ensure that pharmaceuticals maintain optimal quality all the way to the patients. At Envirotainer we believe that the best way to reach our common goal is to improve collaboration and mutual understanding across the logistics chain, we call it our eco-system thinking. Here, we share articles with our network that we think could benefit us all.

By January 1st 2020, new sulphur regulations come into force that reduce the limit on sulphur content in maritime fuel from today’s 3.5% to 0.5% in most parts of the world. Presently, most ships use so called bunker fuel that emits more sulphur than other fuels and is poisonous to marine life as well as humans. While beneficial for the environment, the new sulphur cap will have a substantial impact on the shipping industry. The following articles give an overview: