Sumitomo and Keppel O&M have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore the feasibility and implementation of various ammonia fuel applications in Singapore.
Through this MOU, Sumitomo Corporation and Keppel O&M will work on the implementation of ammonia bunkering in Singapore, with the aim to commence commercial operations in the mid-2020s.
The partners aim tol accelerate the development of an ammonia bunkering vessel in coordination with the relevant authorities, advancing the implementation of ammonia bunkering in Singapore and contributing to the realization of zero carbon shipping.
Tan Leong Peng, Managing Director (New Builds), Keppel O&M, stated on the occasion:
Keppel O&M is working with its partners and leveraging its engineering expertise, bunkering experience, and new build capabilities to develop the ammonia bunkering ecosystem for the marine industry. We are also applying our research in ammonia to advance adjacent solutions in green energy generation. This is in line with Keppel’s Vision 2030, which includes seizing opportunities in new energy
Keppel O&M is also developing a comprehensive electric vessel supply chain in Singapore, which will feature marinized energy storage systems to power harbour craft.
