The World Shipping Council (WSC), the association it represents the world's leading shipping companies operating in the segment of containerized maritime transport, had to take act of the decision communicated today by the European Commission to not extend the validity of the CBER exemption Regulation by specific category for this segment of shipping ( of 10 October 2023). "We appreciate - commented the president and CEO of the WSC, John Butler - recognition by the Directorate-General for Competition of the many advantages for the and for European consumers of ship sharing, although we do not agree with the logic behind the recommendation to suspend the CBER. The transition to standards general antitrust of the EU - Butler observed - will create a period of uncertainty as carriers adapt to the new legal framework. However - it has emphasized - the Vessel Sharing Agreement will continue to be an absolutely legal way and supported by carriers to ensure efficient transport and sustainable for Europe'.