The Methanol Institute (MI) has welcomed MSC Group and Oldendorff Carriers as the association’s newest members.
Commenting on the development, Bud Darr, Executive Vice President, Maritime Policy and Government Affairs, MSC Group, said that MSC is exploring and testing several alternative fuels and technologies on top of some energy efficiency improvements across its fleet and considers Methanol to be one of the key long-term solutions available.
In addition to exploring strategic partnerships with technology and energy providers, MSC also aims to contribute to the work of initiatives “that are designed to facilitate cross-sector information sharing.”
As for Oldendorff, Scott Bergeron, Director Business Development and Strategy, commented that the company has been actively exploring the potential of various emerging renewable energy solutions as well as initiating the development and application of green technologies across the fleet:
Today over 95% of the owned fleet and most of the chartered vessels are eco-type vessels; this is a testament to our commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our operations and supporting the maritime industry along the pathway towards decarbonisation
Finally, Gregory Dolan, MI CEO, added that MI is delighted to welcome Oldendorff and MSC, noting that “IMO regulation is driving change and the interest in Methanol is growing very fast as a result, not least because it is one of only two available fuel choices for reducing emissions now.”