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Interview: PS Energy Group gears up for 2023 with sustainable bunker fuel products and digital transformation

The group subsidiary’s CNC Petroleum plans to upgrade its 566 mt capacity “Marine Dignity” with a larger capacity barge to cater to market demand; to launch a marine bunkering app to improve transparency and customer service.
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In an exclusive interview with Singapore-based bunkering publication Manifold Times, last mile fuel distribution company PS Energy Group recently shared its digitalisation milestones and triumphs of 2022, exciting plans in the pipeline for 2023, its challenges and how the firm overcame them. 

PS Energy Group also took the opportunity to reveal updates on the expansion of its barge fleet and new sustainable bunker fuel products through the firm’s subsidiary, coastal and marine bunkering business, CNC Petroleum.

MT: What company milestones have PS Energy and CNC Petroleum achieved in 2022 and why are these developments significant to the companies?

PS Energy Group has achieved several milestones in 2022. Our digitalisation efforts, with our cloud- based business platform, has been implemented from top to bottom, in both our inland arm, PS Energy and coastal and marine bunkering business, CNC Petroleum. It enabled us not just to sustain our business despite the difficult market conditions but to scale within and outside Singapore. It is integral to the company’s digital fuel distribution services by providing one convenient digital platform for our entire operations including sales, finance, order processing, fuel deliveries, supply tracking and management, and customer services.

Our exponential growth was recognised, with us being bestowed with the Enterprise 50 (E50) award last year, as well as our inclusion in the Top Fastest Growing Companies in 2023 by The Strait Times.

Other remarkable milestones include expanding our fuel offerings into sustainable fuel and the acquisition last year of an additional barge, CNC 5, further strengthening our footprint in the coastal bunkering segment in Singapore.

All these are significant milestones, and we expect them to support and sustain our growth trajectory in the coming years.

MT: How have these developments in 2022 led to the business direction for 2023?

Some of what we have accomplished last year are the fruits brought by executing our multiple-year growth plans started in 2019. Our business direction for this year is to continue executing all these, including our digital transformation, market expansion through strategic acquisitions and internationalisation, and expansion into sustainable fuels.

MT: What is the business direction, in regard to bunkering, for 2023 and why is this the planned route?

The same is happening in our bunkering business, where we continue to execute these growth plans. For example, we are planning to upgrade our 566 mt capacity Marine Dignity with a larger capacity barge to cater to the additional market demand. In terms of our digitalisation strategy, we are launching a marine bunkering app, to improve transparency and our customer service. We have also very recently expanded our sustainable bunker fuel offerings to the coastal and marine market with our MGO B7 and MGO B20 biodiesels.

MT: How long has the company taken to decide on the planned route? What are the challenges and solutions embarking on this path?

We have embarked in digitalising our business as far back as 2014 when we implemented an advanced delivery and management system (ADAMS). In 2019, we accelerated the growth of the company after completing our buyout from NSL. That year saw us joining the inaugural Enterprise Singapore (ESG) Scale-up Programme, which was instrumental for our multiple year growth plans. The steps we did in the last three years helped us counter the upheavals and very difficult market conditions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the unprecedented oil price volatility brought by the Russia-Ukraine war.

MT: Does the business environment in Singapore promote the path of PS Energy and CNC Petroleum and what are the contributing factors making it so?

The Singapore oil and gas sector is one of the largest in the world and it has a very established industry, ecosystem, and players. We are able to fill a gap in the industry value chain, specifically in the last mile fuel distribution. It was an area that wasn’t served well enough by the major players. That niche cleared the path for our business model. There’s opportunity to scale and the market demands innovation in fuel distribution including digital delivery services. Most recently, in line with the MPA circular to support the use of sustainable fuel in the industry, we have also started to offer sustainable bunker fuels through one of our floating kiosks, the first company in Singapore to do so.

Finally, the financial and continuous support of our anchor bank, UOB, as well as different Singapore government agencies such as the Enterprise Singapore has also helped tremendously in making our business thrive.

MT: In the area of your expertise, what is your bunker industry forecast for 2023?

Compared to the last three years, we see 2023 as a much better year for our business. As we focus more on last mile fuel distribution, we foresee the demand in this sector to be very stable this year. Uncertainties and volatility in the market will continue because of the Russia-Ukraine war and banks will continue to be cautious of the market. However, all these we are able to capitalise on, and actually highlights the advantages of our digitalisation transformation.

Related: CNC Petroleum provides alternative bunker fuel to coastal and marine market with MGO B20
Related: Singapore: PS Energy Group acquires ISCC cert for biodiesel products

 

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Published: 16 February, 2023

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Wah Kwong subsidiary appoints Nordic Green Biotrading as European distributor

Nordic Green will have the exclusive right to market, promote, and distribute Venture Energy’s supply of RED Advanced bio-methanol and RFNBO-methanol across the EEA, UK, and Switzerland.
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Wah Kwong subsidiary appoints Nordic Green Biotrading as European distributor

Venture Energy, a sustainable fuels supplier headquartered in Hong Kong, recently announced the signing of a Distribution Agreement with Nordic Green Biotrading ApS (Nordic Green), appointing the Danish company as its exclusive distributor of renewable methanol across the EEA, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland.

The move marked a key step in expanding Venture Energy’s next-generation marine fuels platform into the European market.

Venture Energy is a subsidiary of Hong Kong shipowner Wah Kwong Maritime Transport, focusing on the procurement and trading of clean fuels.

Under the agreement, Nordic Green will have the exclusive right to market, promote, and distribute Venture Energy’s supply of RED Advanced bio-methanol (bio-methanol) and RFNBO-methanol (e-methanol) throughout the Territory.

“We are delighted to formalise our longstanding collaboration with Nordic Green as our strategic distribution partner in Europe, extending the breadth and quality of our downstream coverage for our supplier network and developing the profile of high-quality renewable methanol producers in the European market.” said Gregor McMillan, Executive Director of Venture Energy.

Deepak Devendrappa, General Manager of Venture Energy, said: “Nordic Green’s track record in local distribution, deep market knowledge, and strong customer relationships across the region’s core bio-blending and chemical sectors make them the ideal partner to bring our ISCC-certified renewable methanol to our customers in the territory. 

“This agreement is another step in the road for Venture Energy as we act on Wah Kwong’s commitment to supporting the energy transition with reliable, sustainable fuel solutions.”

The distribution agreement covers sales within the dutiable area of the EEA, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland. Venture Energy will continue to market directly into the marine bunkering segment.

Bo Gleerup, representing Nordic Green, added: “This exclusive partnership represents a significant milestone for Nordic Green. Being able to sell Venture Energy’s high-quality, certified, renewable methanol volumes from a range of bio-methanol and e-methanol producers, complement our existing supply network for European road-fuel and chemical producers. This fresh focus allows us to offer some of the most competitive products coming into the market today. We look forward to working closely

with our colleagues at Venture Energy to develop this collaboration and deliver value to our shared customers across the territory.”

Related: Wah Kwong launches clean fuels procurement and trading subsidiary Venture Energy
Related: Wah Kwong clean fuels trading subsidiary and Shenji Energy ink green methanol supply deal

 

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Published: 17 June, 2026

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LH2 Shipping wins Enova funding for two more liquid hydrogen-powered bulk carriers

Company secured USD 36 million for the development and construction of two additional liquid hydrogen-powered bulk carriers.

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LH2 Shipping wins Enova funding for two more liquid hydrogen-powered bulk carriers

Norway’s LH2 Shipping on Tuesday (16 June) said it has been awarded Enova support of NOK 344.3 million (USD 36 million) for the development and construction of two additional liquid hydrogen-powered bulk carriers.

With the latest award, LH2 Shipping is now involved in the development of six hydrogen-powered bulk carrier projects. The announcement builds on previous Enova-supported vessel initiatives and reflects growing momentum for liquid hydrogen as a viable fuel alternative for short-sea shipping to meet decarbonising policy goals.

The new projects represent a continuation of LH2 Shipping’s long-term strategy to establish commercially viable hydrogen-powered vessels while contributing to the development of the supporting fuel and bunkering infrastructure required for large-scale adoption.

“This award is an important strategic milestone for LH2 Shipping,” stated Ivan Østvik, CEO of LH2 Shipping. 

“It strengthens our position as a developer of liquid hydrogen-based zero-emission vessel solutions and brings us yet another step closer to our ambition of enabling a substantial fleet of hydrogen-powered vessels that can help establish a complete maritime liquid hydrogen value chain.”

Since introducing the world’s first hydrogen-powered bulk carrier projects, LH2 Shipping has focused on moving beyond demonstration concepts toward commercially deployable vessels. The addition of vessels five and six further expands the project portfolio and supports continued industrial learning across ship design, fuel systems, operations, and infrastructure.

The Enova support will indirectly enable LH2 Shipping to continue their work developing additional zero-emission solutions for passenger transport and offshore operations, supporting Norway’s broader transition toward a low-emission maritime sector.

“If we are to succeed in the transition to low and zero emission solutions in the maritime sector, we depend on players who dare to go first. LH2 Shipping shows how shipping companies can take the lead and adopt new technology. This is crucial to accelerating development and reducing emissions from shipping,” said Head of Hydrogen and Ammonia Initiatives, Elin Ulstad Stokland at Enova.

This latest Enova award brings total support for the six vessels to more than NOK 800 million and reinforces the momentum behind hydrogen-powered shipping in Norway. Through these projects, LH2 Shipping is offering ship operators to decarbonise bulk transport at scale while contributing to the development of the infrastructure and experience needed for wider industry adoption.

 

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Published: 17 June, 2026

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China: Chimbusco takes delivery of new methanol bunkering vessel in Zhoushan

Company says commissioning of “Zhong Ran LV Neng 85” will further enhance its service capabilities in green methanol bunkering in major domestic ports.
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Chimbusco takes delivery of new methanol bunkering vessel in Zhoushan

China Marine Bunker (PetroChina) (Chimbusco) recently took delivery of its first bunkering vessel in China to deliver methanol to dual-fuel ships.

The 8,500-dwt duplex stainless steel chemical tanker Zhong Ran LV Neng 85 was successfully delivered in Zhoushan.

The company said the commissioning of this new ship will further enhance Chimbusco’s service capabilities in green methanol bunkering in major domestic ports and expand its national marine new energy service and support network

During the delivery period, Chimbusco said it focused on safe operations and conducted special training for all crew members of the vessel.

The training covered methanol bunkering operation specifications, prevention of collisions between commercial and fishing vessels, daily vessel reporting, and voyage report filling standards.

Manifold Times previously reported the launching of the bunkering vessel at Taizhou Fangzhen Shipbuilding Wharf in Zhejiang.

The floating out of the ship comes after Chimbusco has obtained methanol bunkering licences for Shanghai Port and Ningbo Port.

Related: Chimbusco launches new methanol bunkering vessel in Zhejiang

 

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Published: 16 June, 2026

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