The UK government has revealed a 1.1 billion pounds investment package ($ 1.5 billion) to accelerate maritime carbon removal and enhance coastal economies, which were announced during the International Shipping Week in London (15-19 September, 2025).
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The package includes 448 million pounds of government financing to enhance clean charging technologies and 700 million pounds in the private sector obligations that focus on developing ports and infrastructure.
“The day of 1.1 billion pounds for the marine industry will charge growth and jobs in the coastal cities and cities – making the UK one of the best places in the world for investment,” said Minister of Transport, Heidi Alexander.
Government funds will enhance the UK beach program, which supports the development of marine solutions for emissions, including hydrogen payment systems, ammonia, methanol, electricity and wind assistants. Since its launch, the UK has invested a beach of 240 million pounds in more than 200 projects, which supported 750 jobs. Successful initiatives include the Aqua Superpower electrical charging network on the southern coast of England and Smart Green Shipping Fastrig Wingshes, which can reduce the use of vascular fuel and emissions by up to 40 %.
Investing in the private sector also expands the capacity in the main ports. Peel Ports is committed to 300 million pounds for developments in Liverpool, Hunstron and Great Yarmouth, with plans for an additional billion pounds over the next five years. Natpower Marine invests 250 million pounds in the beach energy infrastructure, which is expected to create more than 2000 jobs, while the North Side port, which costs 150 million pounds, can generate up to 12,000 jobs in the winds and manufacturing.
“This investment is more than just ports and cables – it relates to people and prosperity,” said Stefano de Sudi, CEO of Natpower Marine Stefano DM Sommadossi.
As the International Shipping Week continues in London, industry leaders use the platform to plan the future of clean shipping and the United Kingdom as a global center for sustainable marine growth.
