The European Commission has postponed the publication of its review of the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) by two days, moving the announcement from 15 July to 17 July.
According to Commission spokesperson Paula Pinho, the change follows the decision to reschedule the meeting of the College of Commissioners. EU officials have said the packed agenda requires additional preparation before the proposals are adopted. An electrification action plan, also expected this month, has been affected by the revised timetable.
Although the delay is short, the review remains one of the most closely watched climate policy initiatives this year. It is expected to set out possible changes to the ETS, which has become the subject of increasing political debate as industries and several Member States call for adjustments to the system.
Among the issues under discussion are possible changes to the emissions cap and measures intended to address concerns over the impact of carbon costs on European industry. While the Commission has not confirmed the final content of the review, stakeholders are waiting for greater clarity on how the ETS will evolve during the next phase of the EU’s climate agenda.
For the transport and logistics sector, the review is particularly relevant. The ETS already affects maritime transport, and any changes to its design could influence compliance costs, investment decisions, and the competitiveness of European supply chains.
Another proposal attracting attention is the possible extension of the ETS to cover flights between the EU and third countries. Such a step would go beyond the current system, which applies only to flights within the European Economic Area, and could have wider implications for international trade and global transport.
European Shippers’ Council will continue to follow the review closely and assess its implications for shippers across Europe. A stable and predictable regulatory framework remains essential to support both the transition to lower-emission transport and the competitiveness of European supply chains.
The Commission is now expected to present the ETS review on 17 July.