Proman Stena Bulk has successfully completed the launching of the Stena Pro Patria, the first of three 49,900 dwt methanol dual-fuel tankers that Proman and Stena Bulk are building together.
Over the next two years, the vessel will be joined by another five methanol-powered newbuilds, all of which will be built at Guangzhou Shipyard International and delivered by the end of 2023.
Construction of the Stena Pro Patria will now continue on the water, ahead of sea trials and final delivery to Proman Stena Bulk during the first quarter of 2022.
The vessels will be equipped with the energy efficiency technologies, including continually controlled combustion, optimised tuning, redesigned and aerodynamic hull lines, and an energy shaft generator, reducing fuel consumption.
Each vessel will use approximately 12,500 tonnes per annum of methanol as a marine fuel.
Using widely available and cost-competitive ‘grey’ methanol produced from natural gas, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions resulting from the vessels’ normal commercial operations will be significantly reduced compared to conventional marine fuels
said Stena Bulk.
This includes the virtual elimination of sulphur dioxide and particulate matter, a 60% reduction in nitrogen oxide and a cut in carbon dioxide.
