EU Critical Raw Materials Act: New Sustainability Milestones and Logistics Compliance.

The European Commission has released updated guidelines for the "Strategic Projects" under the CRM Act, effective late 2025. While the EU aims to increase domestic sourcing, the reliance on imported Ilmenite and Rutile remains high at 85%. 

Regulatory Impact: GranTi is closely monitoring the new sustainability certification requirements that will become mandatory for all CRM shipments entering the Schengen area by January 2026. 

Logistics Deep Dive: Importers must now provide detailed carbon footprint data for the entire maritime route. This is driving a shift toward modernized bulk carriers with lower emission profiles. 

Financial Fact: Failure to comply with the new "Transparency Protocol" could result in customs delays of up to 20 days. GranTi has already integrated these ESG metrics into its supply chain management to ensure seamless delivery for our partners.