The International Association of Independent Tanker Owners
Recent meetings
| Date | Commissioner / Cabinet | Topic | File |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Mar 2026 | Annika Kroon Head of Unit | Role of shipping for CO2 transportation and the upcoming CO2 markets and infrastructure legislative initiative | — |
| 03 Mar 2026 | Annika Kroon Head of Unit | Role of shipping for CO2 transportation and the upcoming CO2 markets and infrastructure legislative initiative | SRC |
| 13 Jan 2026 | Anne Bergenfelt Cabinet member | Exchange of views | — |
| 13 Jan 2026 | Anne Bergenfelt Cabinet member | Exchange of views | SRC |
| 13 Jan 2026 | Apostolos Tzitzikostas Commissioner | Exchange of views | SRC |
| 13 Jan 2026 | Simone Ritzek-Seidl Cabinet member | Exchange of views | SRC |
Mission & Goals
INTERTANKO (the International Association of Independent Tanker Owners) is a trade association that has served as the voice for independent tanker owners since 1970, representing the interests of its Members at national, regional and international levels. The organisation champions an industry dedicated to support global energy networks by delivering safe, efficient and environmentally sound transport services. INTERTANKO actively works on a wide range of operational, technical, legal and commercial issues affecting tanker owners and operators around the world. It draws on regular and direct contact with its Members and other industry stakeholders to develop and disseminate information and best practice, essential to the tanker industry. As INTERTANKO is a Member-run, direct entry organisation, its strength lies in developing policies that are immediately relevant and beneficial to Members.
EU Legislative Interests
Corporate Sustainability Due Dilligance Directive (CSDDD) Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) Directive on Port Reception Facilities (PRF) EU Ship Recycling Regulation EU Sustainable Taxonomy Regulation Fit for 55 package FuelEU Maritime Green Deal Inclusion of shipping in EU ETS Legislative proposal to address methane emissions Maritime Safety Directives: Flag State, Port State, Accident Investigation Renewable Energy Directive (RED) Revision of Alternative Fuels Directive Revision of Environmental Crimes Directive Revision of Environmental Liability Directive Revision of EU MRV Revision of F-gas Regulation Revision of Ship Source Pollution Directive Revision of Waste Shipment Regulation
Communication Activities
Active engagement with the European Sustainable Shipping Forum (ESSF) sub-groups on alternative power and ship energy efficiency and with the Expert Group on waste from ships. We have recently held meetings with DG FISMA (sanctions and taxonomy), DG MOVE (ship sourced pollution and maritime safety package), DG ENV (ship recycling and Invasive Alien Species) and EFRAG (ESG reporting in shipping).
Interests Represented
Promotes their own interests or the collective interests of their members
Member Of
INTERTANKO holds observer status at the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and the International Oil Pollution Compensation Funds (IOPC).
Organisation Members
https://www.intertanko.com/about-us/membership