This Regulation establishes detailed procedures for the accreditation of verifiers who assess compliance with EU rules on the use of renewable and low-carbon fuels in maritime transport. It sets standards for national accreditation bodies to evaluate and monitor verifiers who check shipping companies’ fuel usage reports and compliance with greenhouse gas intensity requirements.The Regulation consists of three main chapters covering: 1) Accreditation of verifiers, 2) Requirements for national accreditation bodies, and 3) Information exchange between relevant authorities. It builds upon the general EU framework for accreditation while adding specific requirements for maritime fuel verifiers.Key provisions include:
- Detailed requirements for the assessment and surveillance of verifiers, including site visits and competency evaluations
- Standards for accreditation certificates valid up to 5 years
- Procedures for suspending or withdrawing accreditation if verifiers fail to meet requirements
- Mandatory qualifications and expertise for assessors and technical experts
- Systems for information sharing between national authorities and handling complaints
- Requirements for public databases of accredited verifiers
The Regulation aims to ensure consistent high standards in verifying maritime fuel usage across the EU through robust accreditation procedures and oversight of verifiers. It establishes clear processes for initial accreditation, ongoing monitoring, and enforcement actions when standards are not met.
