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ENSURING SUSTAINABLE SHIP RECYCLING
Patrizia Heidegger NGO Shipbreaking Platform EESC 3 May 2016
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Question 1 Do we think current practices are a problem?
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Facts & Figures ~ 1000 ~ %
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Pollution Hazardous labour conditions Child labour Dumping of waste
SOUTH ASIA
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Challenges of current practices
Emissions to sea and ground Emissions to air High risk of accidents and damage to workers’ health Lack of proper medical and healthcare facilities Poor or no proper treatment of hazardous wastes Breach of labour rights Poor quality and misleading 3. party surveys Lack of transparency
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2015 Facts & Figures Greece (76 ships) China (32 ships)
Germany (23 ships) EU (128 ships) Angelicoussis Panama (91) Saint Kitts and Nevis (49) Liberia (46) Comoros (25) EU-flagged at end of life: 31
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Question 2 Where should the responsibility lie?
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Polluter pays Environmental justice Human rights due diligence
SHIP OWNERS: Human rights and environmental responsibilies
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Question 3 What should ship owners do?
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Ship recycling policy We consider that ship-owners have an independent responsibility to ensure proper recycling of their ships. This also applies to ships sold to third parties prior to recycling. We urge our members to advise the use of only EU-listed ship recycling facilities.
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The needs Stop beaching and other substandard methods
Strengthen the awareness in the shipping industry of “cradle to grave/cradle” approach Contribute to equal competitive conditions for the shipping industry globally Minimize the foot print of shipping Ensure efficient reuse and recycling of materials and equipment
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Responsible Ship Owners
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Conclusion A financial incentive for clean and safe ship recycling at EU level is necessary in order to: implement the polluter pays principle go beyond toothless flag state jurisdiction impact the majority of EU and international ship owneres create a level playing field for owners and recyclers stimulate employment and blue growth in the EU in line with circular economy allow for decent work in South Asia push for the top end rather than the lower end
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Thank you for your attention
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