A.P. Moller – Maersk would like to inform you that in line with the ambition of the Government of Gabon and its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and remain a carbon neutral country by 2050 and beyond, the Government through the presidential decree of Jan 16th, 2025 launched the Sovereign Carbon Initiative and established the Sovereign Carbon Registry of the Republic of Gabon.
As of 1st April, the inclusion of shipping in this initiative puts a price on the GHG emissions. The additional cost incurred to comply with this directive will be applied to all export and import bookings under the new charge code CEE/CEI (Carbon Emissions Export/Import) for such initiatives.
| Charge Code | Charge description | Amount |
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Charge Code
CEE
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Charge description
Carbon Emission Export
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Amount
XAF 5000/20’ & XAF 6000/40’/45’
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Charge Code
CEI
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Charge description
Carbon Emission Import
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Amount
XAF 5000/20’ & XAF 6000/40’/45’
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Implementation, Reporting and Mitigation Obligations Summary as per the directive - Starting February 15, 2025:
Effective date for Non-Regulated : 15th April 2025 and Regulated and Vietnam : 15th May 2025.
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