The City of Yokohama, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical (MGC), and Maersk have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the development of green methanol bunkering infrastructure at the Port of Yokohama, Japan, the location of APM Terminals’ Minami-Honmoku container terminal.
The collaboration aims to assess operational feasibility and develop port facilities for green methanol bunkering at the Port of Yokohama. The partners plan to contribute to safety, innovation, and the adoption of sustainable methanol solutions in the Japanese maritime industry.
The Minami-Honmoku container terminal features the deepest water berth in Japan, spanning 1,600 m with a draft of 18m. It is uniquely capable of handling vessels exceeding 14,000 TEU, with capabilities reaching 24,000 TEU. The terminal, equipped with STS cranes and an annual handling capacity of around 2.4 million TEU, covers 854,000 m2.
Yokohama plays a leading role in developing Japan’s green shipping corridors, aligning with Maersk’s commitment to a growing fleet of 16,000 TEU green methanol-powered container vessels.
I am thrilled to play a role in assisting both Maersk and City of Yokohama on this green methanol bunkering initiative, which is lightening our path toward net zero in 2040.
… said Managing Director of APM Terminals Japan, Sakura Kuma
Masashi Fujii, President of Mitsubishi Gas Chemical, emphasized the importance of establishing methanol as a ship fuel supply base in Japan, contributing to international maritime transport and Japan’s carbon neutrality.
Yokohama Port has proudly held the record for the highest number of foreign vessels calls in Japan for around 60 years, underscoring its critical role in maritime transportation where ‘fuel supply and bunkering for vessels’ holds significant importance
… commented Dr. Takeharu Yamanaka, Mayor of Yokohama.