UK shipping industry rejects EU's carbon reduction programme

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EU emissions trading scheme is not suitable for shipping, says trade association

The UK's shipping industry has roundly rejected the European Union's emissions trading scheme, defying calls for shipping to be included in the carbon reduction programme. Mark Brownrigg, the UK Chamber...

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