Maritime emissions intensity rises as vessel utilization weakens

Maritime emissions table showing WTW intensity, utilization and voyage characteristics by container vessel size in Q1 2026

Maritime emissions efficiency came under growing pressure during the first quarter of 2026 as geopolitical disruptions, shifting trade patterns and lower vessel utilization pushed shipping emissions intensity higher across major container trades. Maritime emissions intensity increased during the first quarter of 2026, despite growth in voyages, emissions and transport work across the container shipping sector. VesselBot tracked 6,187 container-carrying vessels […]

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