Danske Rederier (Danish Shipping) is welcoming the Danish government’s programme for the country’s term of EU presidency, which begins on 1 July, and which is expected to place particular focus on security, the green transition, and competitiveness.
For the second half of 2025, Denmark will hold the Presidency of the Council of the European Union under the theme: ‘A strong Europe in a changing world’.
Anne H Steffensen, CEO Danske Rederier, said: “It is wise of the government to focus on security, the EU’s competitiveness, and the implementation of the green transition. We need concrete climate action to meet the ambitious targets – not least a massive expansion of renewable energy, which will, among other things, be used to produce green fuels for shipping.” Danish Minister for European Affairs Marie Bjerre said: “Denmark is taking over the EU presidency in a new geopolitical reality, with changing political winds from the US and an increasingly aggressive Russia. The government’s priorities for the EU presidency have been carefully selected to respond to the urgent challenges facing Europe. Europe must be able to defend itself by 2030, and boosting Europe’s competitiveness is equally pressing. That’s why strengthening Europe’s defence and cutting burdensome regulations – while maintaining the green transition – will be two of the Danish EU presidency’s most important priorities.”
The official opening of the Danish presidency will include a visit by the European Commission to the Port of Aarhus to discuss the green transition of shipping – a top priority for Danske Rederier.
Steffensen said: “The Danish EU presidency has got off to a strong start with well-chosen priorities. That bodes well. Ultimately, it is the concrete results that count – and Denmark is well-placed to deliver. I am confident that by 1 January 2026, we will be able to look back on a successful and productive Danish presidency that has helped push the EU in the right direction on these vital agendas,”
