IBIA Member Meeting

We are pleased to invite you to an important IBIA Members Meeting taking place on Thursday, 4 September 2025, ahead of the special IMO MEPC/ES.2 session scheduled for October.

This session will be led by Dr Edmund Hughes, IBIA’s Representative to the IMO, together with members of the IBIA Board and Secretariat. The purpose is to hear directly from our members, particularly those engaged in fuel production, supply, and operations to better understand the practical implications of the proposed IMO Net-Zero Framework (IMO NZF) and related regulatory developments.

Why this meeting matters

MEPC/ES.2 is a pivotal session convened specifically to consider and adopt the new Chapter 5 of MARPOL Annex VI, introducing the IMO Net-Zero Framework. The proposed measures represent a significant shift for the industry, and IBIA is committed to representing the views of its members in a balanced, informed, and constructive manner.

We will consider:

• Timelines and compliance pathways for the IMO NZF
• Anticipated impacts across the marine fuel supply chain
• Certification schemes for sustainable fuels
• Contractual and operational implications for physical suppliers

Your input is vital, especially if you have experience navigating the EU-ETS, FuelEU Maritime, or other regional compliance schemes to help shape IBIA’s position and ensure your concerns are addressed in the global regulatory dialogue.

Date: Thursday, 4 September 2025

Time: 12.30 BST

Duration: 75 mins