This is the first LNG bunkering operation in the Atlantic Arc and the Mediterranean, says Basque government.
The Werkendam was launched in Rotterdam on Thursday is scheduled to start operations in April.
Swedegas is building a new pipeline infrastructure that can supply LNG as marine fuel to vessels at three berths.
The Polaris is first heading to Tahkoluoto, Pori to bunker LNG before carrying out duties.
To date, the company’s eight semi-trailers have covered 600,000 km to deliver LNG bunkers to MS Megastar.
Malaysia-listed MISC subsidiary AET Tankers also expects delivery of first LNG-fuelled DPII shuttle tankers in 2019.
The pontoon is the first of its kind in Europe, and supports growth of the Amsterdam LNG bunkering market.
“K” Line, Chubu Electric Power, Toyota Tsusho and NYK Line planning to supply LNG bunker fuel at Japan’s Chubu region.
MOL to operate LNG-fuelled tug boat, establish LNG bunker fuel supply system with Osaka Gas.
To date, the company has ordered eight LNG-powered cruise ships with delivery dates between 2018 and 2022.
