Press Release: State aid: Commission consults stakeholders on state aid rules for the maritime sector

The European Commission has launched a public consultation, to get stakeholders' views on the application of the 2004 EU Guidelines on state aid to maritime transport. Submissions can be made until 14 May 2012. In light of the comments received, the Commission will decide whether the Guidelines need to be revised and will consult further so as to determine if new rules should be adopted. In the absence of any revision the current Guidelines continue to apply.