Tag: alternative fuels

During 2024, alternative bunker fuels saw significant milestones in Singapore, with sales exceeding one million tonnes for the first time, reaching 1.34 million tonnes.

According to the latest data from DNV’s Alternative Fuels Insights (AFI) platform, a total of 515 alternative-fueled ships were ordered in 2024, representing a 38% year-on-year increase compared to 2023.

The year of 2024 was full of initiatives on alternative fuels highlighting the green journey in which the industry has embarked on.

Neste, KPI OceanConnect, and Global Energy have partnered to bring Neste MY Renewable Diesel to the marine sector in Singapore. 

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (K LINE) joins the e-NG Coalition, the world's first international alliance targeting the global expansion of e-methane.

Navigator Holdings Ltd. completed the expansion of its ethylene export terminal joint venture and acquired three handysize ethylene carriers.

On January 1, 2025, the ship Haigang Zhiyuan successfully completed a 3,000-ton methanol bunkering operation for the Ane Maersk at Yangshan Port, marking the first such operation of the year and the start of regular methanol bunkering services at the port.

Berge Bulk and BHP have partnered to test an iron ore voyage from Australia to China powered entirely by B100 biodiesel.

Lloyd's Register (LR) has provided an overview of the maritime industry's significant strides toward decarbonisation in 2024, highlighting advancements in alternative fuels, emerging technologies, and the scaling challenges that lie ahead on the path to net-zero emissions.

North Ammonia AS and Fjord Base Holding AS joined forces to develop green ammonia production at Fjord Base in Florø, Norway.