Azane Fuel Solutions to conduct ammonia bunkering study with Equinor
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Azane Fuel Solutions on Tuesday (27 June) said it has started a project with Equinor which will study how pure ammonia can be introduced as a fuel to decarbonise the Norwegian offshore sector and contribute to optimised logistics, operational planning and safety aspects.
The study will focus on optimising the value chain for ammonia, from production to use, with a particular focus on efficient distribution and the establishment of bunkering terminals in strategic locations.
The project was established as “AFNO 2030 – Ammonia fuel for the Norwegian offshore sector 2025-2030” based on a long running dialogue about ammonia bunker fuel and bunkering. It expands upon the established groundwork of the “AFBN – Ammonia fuel bunkering network” project during the past two years in.
Led by Azane Fuel Solutions in a consortium that includes partners like Yara Clean Ammonia, SINTEF, and Fjord Base (Norway’s largest offshore supply base), the project now welcomes Equinor as an associated partner to AFBN. Together, these collaborations aim to advance the ammonia fuel bunkering domain, leveraging the expertise and resources of all involved parties.
“AFNO 2030” planned activities are divided in three main categories:
- Develop an estimated ammonia fuel demand timeline.
- Develop a fuel supply value chain development plan.
- Perform site-specific location planning for bunkering.
“We look forward to working with Equinor to showcase how clean ammonia can be utilised to decarbonise the Norwegian offshore sector. Equinor can play an important role in the maritime green shift – as a first mover to utilise the fuel, technologies and bunkering infrastructure required for the industry to make the leap” Håkon Skjerstad, newly appointed CEO at Azane Fuel Solutions, said.
Photo credit: Azane Fuel Solutions
Published: 28 June, 2023
