Tag: methanol

SEA-LNG coalition has released a study in which it evaluates LNG and other fuels such as ammonia, hydrogen and methanol, on the industry's path to net zero. 

A2B-online announced the newbuild of two environmentally friendly, multi-fuel methanol propulsion system container vessels of 650 TEU. 

During the 2023 GREEN4SEA Athens Forum, Mr. Ross Millar, Loss Prevention Associate, Steamship Mutual, presented the evolution of alternative fuels from the P&I Club perspective. The maritime sector is currently evaluating a range of alternative fuels to replace conventional fuels, each with their own set of advantages—and drawbacks. In this regard, industry stakeholders need assistance and information to make wise decisions on their path to decarbonization and steer clear of any claims that could materially affect their P&I coverage.

OCI Global announced that it is fueling the first ever green methanol-powered container ship in a new partnership with A.P. Moller-Maersk.

The Port of Klaipeda has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Proman for future methanol bunkering planning, design, and implementation, as well as the potential development of a methanol-to-electricity project for shore side power (SSE) in or near the port.

DNV has published a study co-sponsored by the Singapore Maritime Foundation (SMF), examining the key drivers propelling the transformation of the maritime industry and assesses their impact on ship management and seafarers leading up to 2030.

On 6th June, Korean Register (KR) granted an Approval in Principle (AiP) for a methanol-fueled MR tanker, jointly developed by KR, South Korean shipbuilder K Shipbuilding and equipment manufacturer S&SYS.

COSCO SHIPPING Heavy Industry Technology (Weihai) have signed an order for methanol fuel supply system for four 16,000-TEU container ships with COSCO SHIPPING Heavy Industry (Yangzhou).

On 5th June 2023, Eastaway, a member of the X-Press Feeders Group, ordered six 1,250 TEU container vessels, fitted with ultra-modern, dual-fuel engines capable of operating on conventional fuel and methanol.

With a new long-term charter of bunker tanker MT NORE, Bunker One is taking a step into catering for future methanol bunkering in and around Scandinavian waters and the Northwest European region.