Ignoring the CBAM Could Be a Costly Mistake

The introduction of the EU and UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanisms are bringing more than new reporting requirements, failure to follow the requirements introduce real financial, operational and reputational risk.

Businesses that fail to prepare now could face serious consequences as enforcement tightens.

From 2026 (EU) and 2027 (UK), non‑compliance may lead to:
*Steep Financial Penalties - The EU framework includes fines of up to €100 per tonne of unreported emissions.
*Restrictions on Market Access - Repeated non‑compliance could limit your ability to trade in EU and UK markets, threatening continuity for import‑dependent sectors.
*Reputational Damage - In an era of heightened climate accountability, non-compliance can damage trust with customers, investors, and partners.

Why It Matters
With the EU CBAM now live it’s becoming clear that this is isn’t just a reporting burden, not preparing for your own obligations represents a real strategic risk.
As CBAM continues to evolve, we’re gearing up to launch a new support offering to help businesses navigate what comes next. Stay tuned.

If you want clarity and direction in this fast‑moving space, make sure you’re following Craig Stobo, Graeme Moffat and VITA for the latest CBAM insights.