Shore Power and Cold Ironing (Onshore Power Supply)
AFIR and FuelEU OPS concern relevant container/passenger ships above 5,000 GT; at berth use OPS or qualifying zero-emission technology, or document the exact Article 6(5) exception.
Operational Explanation
AFIR and FuelEU OPS concern relevant container/passenger ships above 5,000 GT; at berth use OPS or qualifying zero-emission technology, or document the exact Article 6(5) exception.
Regulatory Reference
Regulation 2023/1804 Article 9 port infrastructure; Regulation 2023/1805 Article 6 ship obligation.
Scope of Application
Exclusive threshold: above 5,000 GT, not ≥5,000. AFIR call triggers remain 100 container, 40 ro-ro/HSC passenger, 25 other passenger average.
Procedure / How to Complete It
- Test port AFIR and ship FuelEU scope separately.
- From applicable trigger connect OPS for all electrical demand.
- Or use qualifying zero-emission technology under Article 6(3).
- For exception cite exact Article 6(5) ground and retain evidence.
- Monitor limits on repeated exceptions.
Practical Example
Certified shore/onboard incompatibility may be an exact ground; generic operator-decided technical infeasibility is insufficient.
What Typically Goes Wrong
Writing OPS ≥5,000 GT or an open technical infeasibility exemption.
Common Mistakes Mistake Library
| Mistake | Consequence | How to Avoid It |
|---|---|---|
| Writing OPS ≥5,000 GT or an open technical infeasibility exemption. | Non-compliant decision or treatment | Follow the approved arrangement and applicable sources |
What the PSCO Checks
Operational Tips
- Separate current requirement, class/maker, SMS and voluntary guidance.
- Do not improvise tests, thresholds or intervals.
- Record deviations and corrective action.
Preparation checklist
- >5,000 threshold
- AFIR/FuelEU distinct
- OPS/ZET
- Exact 6(5) ground
- Evidence/limits
FAQ
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Last substantive revision of this page: 31 August 2026 · page fingerprint 974038b85b74