Maersk achieved a milestone as the large methanol-enabled vessel “Astrid Mærsk” berthed at Yangshan port in Shanghai, for the first green methanol bunkering with simultaneous cargo and bunkering operations in China.
According to Maersk, this historic first in China was made possible in partnership with the Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG). Astrid Mærsk” sailed from Yokohama, Japan to Shanghai after having its naming ceremony in early April. It is the second of Maersk’s 18 large methanol-enabled vessels, scheduled for delivery between 2024 and 2025.
As explained by Vincent Clerc, Chief Executive Officer of A.P. Moller-Maersk, this initiative also highlights Shanghai’s readiness and commitment to environmental leadership, setting a precedent for other ports in China and the world to follow suit.
Today, the first green methanol bunkering with simultaneous operation for a large ocean-going vessel at Shanghai port marks a new milestone between the two parties. It will undoubtedly enhance the strength of the Shanghai port to establish it as a major regional hub for green methanol fuel bunkering.
… said the CEO
Methanol is increasingly recognized as a pivotal alternative fuel in the drive for shipping decarbonization. Demonstrating its commitment to this transition, Maersk has achieved significant milestones with methanol, including taking delivery of the world’s first dual-fuel methanol containership. Moreover, this vessel recently participated in the world’s inaugural ship-to-ship methanol bunkering operation at the Raffles Reserved Anchorage in Singapore.
Since the first vessel call of “Sally Mærsk ” in Shanghai back in 1924, Maersk has been on an exceptional 100-year journey supporting trade in and out of China.
We are delighted to bring ‘Astrid Mærsk’ to Shanghai and marking the first green methanol bunkering in China.
… commented Jinshan Gu, Chairman of Shanghai International Port Group, adding that this signifies a remarkable proof point of vital green methanol infrastructure coming into place and it underscores our focus on creating long-term value by seeking innovative solutions, foster collaboration, and embrace adaptability to meet the evolving demands of the society, customers and employees.
