Since the last substantial amendment of Regulation (EC) No 1406/2002 in 2013, there have been significant legislative developments in the maritime sector with regard to sustainability, such as the prevention of and response to pollution, environmental protection and decarbonisation. In addition to the tasks that the Agency’s mandate covered until now, such as the prevention of pollution from ships and from oil and gas installations, mainly through the operation of CleanSeaNet, established under Directive 2005/35/EC, the Agency should continue assisting the Commission in the implementation of Directive (EU) 2019/883 of the European Parliament and of the Council. That task should be reflected in its updated mandate. Moreover, there is an increased need for the Agency to continue assisting in the implementation of the shipping-related elements of Directives 2008/56/EC and (EU) 2016/802 of the European Parliament and of the Council. The Agency should deliver a report on the progress made in the implementation of those directives every three years. Recognising the evolving nature of the maritime sector, the Agency could, upon prior approval by the Management Board, assist the Commission and the Member States in emerging areas related to environmental protection and air pollution, without prejudice to the competences of Member States in those areas.
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