Inclusion on the list authorises facilities to recycle large vessels flying the flag of an EU Member State in accordance with the requirements of the EU Ship Recycling Regulation.
The revised European List renews the approval of four facilities in Denmark, Estonia, Lithuania and Spain, as well as one facility in Türkiye. At the same time, three facilities have been removed. A shipyard in Finland did not apply for renewal of its authorisation, while a facility in Northern Ireland failed to submit the documentation required for reassessment. In addition, the Commission determined that a shipyard in Türkiye did not comply with the regulatory requirements, particularly with regard to shoreline protection measures.
Facilities included on the European List must meet defined environmental, occupational health and safety, and labour standards. These requirements are intended to prevent pollution and reduce risks to workers and surrounding communities associated with ship dismantling activities.
Ship recycling is a relevant component of circular economy strategies in the maritime and steel sectors. The dismantling of end-of-life vessels enables the recovery of significant volumes of steel and other secondary raw materials, which can be reintroduced into industrial value chains. This contributes to reducing demand for primary raw materials and supports resource efficiency objectives.
The updated list comprises 41 approved ship recycling facilities. Of these, 30 are located in the European Union, Norway and the United Kingdom, 10 are located in Türkiye and one is based in the United States. Several of the listed facilities are authorised to process large vessels.
The revision was supported by Member States through a vote in the Ship Recycling Regulation Committee, which assists the Commission in implementing the EU Ship Recycling Regulation.
