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Alfa Laval to provide methanol fuel supply system for “Maersk Halifax” boxship 

Alfa Laval will support A.P. Moller-Maersk with installation of FCM Methanol low-flashpoint fuel supply system on board the 15,000 TEU container vessel, which is scheduled to take place by mid-2024.

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Alfa Laval to retrofit methanol fuel supply system on “Maersk Halifax” boxship

Alfa Laval on Thursday (7 December) said its fuel supply system FCM Methanol has been selected by Maersk for their methanol retrofit project to enable the container vessel Maersk Halifax to operate on methanol fuel. 

The firm said the project stands as a significant achievement for both Alfa Laval and Maersk, underscoring the feasibility of retrofitting ships with the necessary equipment for methanol-based propulsion.

Alfa Laval will support A.P. Moller-Maersk (Maersk) with the installation of FCM Methanol low-flashpoint fuel supply system (LFSS) on board the 15,000 TEU Maersk Halifax. The retrofit is scheduled by mid-2024. This pioneering container vessel conversion will enable the vessel to sail on green methanol with dual-fuel capabilities.

“At Alfa Laval, we collaborate with the industry frontrunners in exploring and embracing innovative ways for decarbonization,” said Viktor Friberg, Head of Marine Separation & Fuel Supply Systems, Alfa Laval. 

“The project with Maersk gives us a unique opportunity to take up a new challenge - retrofitting our equipment for methanol use, for the first time. We are immensely proud to extend our expertise to this innovative retrofit project.”

The project will involve adding a new fuel line for methanol alongside the traditional fuel line, respecting the existing space constraints and the tight time schedule. The retrofit of the FCM Methanol is a landmark project that requires advanced engineering and an understanding of the practical considerations of working with methanol.

“We have set an ambitious net-zero emissions target for 2040, and retrofitting of engines on our vessels to run on methanol is an important nut in our strategy. Retrofitting solutions to accommodate new fuel thereby enabling the engine to operate on methanol is a complex task that requires expertise, and we are happy to have Alfa Laval on board on this project,” said Ole Graa Jakobsen, Head of Fleet Technology, A.P. Moller-Maersk.  

With over 80 ships contracted, Alfa Laval added it has the longest experience in methanol FSS installation and service since 2015. It is the only system that has been powering methanol-fuelled vessels so far, with over 450 000 hours of operations.

Photo credit: Alfa Laval
Published: 11 December, 2023

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Matson boxship “Kaimana Hila” returns to service after LNG conversion

“Kaimana Hila” is the latest vessel to operate on LNG bunker fuel, joining its sister ships, “Daniel K. Inouye” and “Manukai”; Matson has ordered three new LNG-ready containerships from Philly Shipyard.

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Matson boxship “Kaimana Hila” returns to service after LNG conversion

Shipowner Matson on Friday (13 December) announced that its containership Kaimana Hila is back in service after completing the company’s third LNG conversion. 

A new bow windshield was also added for improved aerodynamics and fuel conservation.

Kaimana Hila is the latest vessel to operate on LNG, joining its sister ships, Daniel K. Inouye and Manukai

Manukai underwent a complete repowering, replacing its engine with a dual-fuel engine like those powering Daniel K. Inouye and Kaimana Hila

These conversions are part of Matson’s long-term strategy to reduce Scope 1 fleet greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030 and achieve net zero emissions by 2050.

Matson has ordered three new Aloha Class containerships from Philly Shipyard. The first, Makua, is under construction and scheduled for delivery in 2026. 

All three vessels will join the fleet LNG-ready but can operate on conventional fuels as needed. 

Like their sisterships Daniel K. Inouye and Kaimana Hila, each vessel will boast numerous “green ship” technology features, such as a fuel-efficient hull design, environmentally safe double-hull fuel tanks, and freshwater ballast systems.

 

Photo credit: Matson
Published: 17 December, 2024

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MAN ES to convert 10 more Maersk vessels to run on methanol bunker fuel

This comes following the successful methanol engine retrofit of Very Large Container Vessel “Maersk Halifax”, which was originally powered by an MAN B&W 8G95ME-C9.5 prime mover.

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MAN ES to convert 10 more Maersk vessels to run on methanol bunker fuel

Engine manufacturer MAN Energy Solutions on Monday (9 December) said Maersk has placed a pre-order for MAN PrimeServ to convert an additional 10 vessels from its fleet to methanol operation.

This comes following the successful methanol engine retrofit of Very Large Container Vessel Maersk Halifax. The 15,000 teu vessel entered service in 2017 and was originally powered by an MAN B&W 8G95ME-C9.5 prime mover. 

The retrofit to an 8G95ME-LGIM Mk10.5 engine enables the Maersk Halifax to operate on green methanol, making it possible to reduce its CO2 emissions by 90%.

The retrofit also included an upgrade to the vessel’s engine-control system to MAN Energy Solutions’ latest Triton system. Following the completion of sea-trials, Maersk Halifax has returned to operation and is now servicing A.P. Moller - Maersk’s (Maersk) Trans-Pacific trade.

Leonardo Sonzio, Head of Fleet Management and Technology at Maersk, said: “Since we set the ambitious climate goal of reaching net zero emissions by 2040, we have explored the potential in retrofitting existing vessels with dual-fuel engines.”

“In the coming year, we will take learnings from this first conversion of a large vessel. Retrofits of existing vessels can be an important alternative to newbuilds in our transition from fossil fuels to low-emission fuels.”

Michael Petersen, Senior Vice President and Head of PrimeServ Denmark, said: “Retrofits are one of the five growth areas identified in MAN Energy Solutions’ ‘Moving Big Things To Zero’ strategy, enabling shipowners to drastically reduce CO2 emissions without having to commission newbuilds.”

“Retrofitted engines are able to switch between fuels with minimal disruption, flexibility that is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency and reliability. At PrimeServ, we estimate that more than 4,000 existing marine engines have the potential to be converted to operation on green fuels like e-methanol and e-methane.”

 

Photo credit: MAN Energy Solutions
Published: 11 December, 2024

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DNV and Seatrium team up for marine and offshore innovation and development

Both parties will work closely on optimizing existing processes and improving efficiencies across newbuilding, conversion and retrofit projects.

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DNV and Seatrium team up for marine and offshore innovation and development

Classification society DNV on Monday (18 November) said it signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Singapore-headquartered engineering solutions provider Seatrium to cooperate on strategic activities and projects in the areas of engineering, technology and new product design.

Under the MoU, DNV will provide Seatrium with expert advice on market and regulatory trends, emerging technologies, and best practices for environmental, safety and quality standards, in the maritime and offshore sectors. Both parties will work closely on optimizing existing processes and improving efficiencies across newbuilding, conversion and retrofit projects. 

Collaboration opportunities with other organizations and institutes will also be explored to advance technologies that tackle key challenges in the marine and offshore sectors.

Additionally, the cooperation will leverage DNV and Seatrium’s combined capabilities to drive and support technological and digital advancements in the marine and offshore industries. Key focus areas include floating offshore wind turbines, hydrogen and ammonia production platforms, and next-generation Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) units. The collaboration will also draw on DNV’s expertise in the integration of advanced cyber security and digital solutions into Seatrium’s suite of digital services. 

Remi Eriksen, Group President and CEO of DNV, said: "This agreement with Seatrium marks an important step in building marine and offshore solutions for a more sustainable and resilient future. By combining our innovation and execution strengths into the decarbonization and digitalization space, we are well-positioned to deliver transformative solutions that can address challenges and opportunities across key industries."

Chris Ong, CEO of Seatrium, said: "At Seatrium, we firmly believe that innovation is the cornerstone of a sustainable future for the marine and offshore industry. Our collaboration with DNV signifies a pivotal leap forward in harnessing state-of-the-art technologies and engineering solutions that not only address today's energy challenges, but also lay a strong foundation for maritime decarbonization.”

“Leveraging our deep expertise in advanced engineering and project execution, Seatrium is committed to driving transformative change that enhances safety, quality and efficiency, as well as providing strategic stewardship towards a cleaner and greener energy future for our industry."

Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria, Regional Manager South East Asia, Pacific & India, Maritime at DNV, added: “We are excited to strengthen our long-standing collaboration with Seatrium to drive sustainable advancements in the marine and offshore sectors.”

“Enhancing process efficiencies and harnessing digitalization are key enablers of the energy transition. By working together with Seatrium we can help the industry meet the rapidly evolving environmental, technological and regulatory challenges in its journey towards a decarbonized future."

During the ceremony, DNV also awarded two Approval in Principle (AiP) certificates to Seatrium for two new floating offshore wind turbine designs, the FWSS (Floating Wind Semi-Submersible) and SWACH (Small Waterplane Area Cylindrical Hull). 

The FWSS design is a floating column foundation for 15MW wind turbines, optimized for efficient fabrication and cost-effectiveness, while the SWACH design features a cylindrical floating foundation for 15MW turbines, engineered for ease of fabrication and handling.

With the floating offshore wind market set for significant growth over the coming years, these innovative designs are important in offering new floating wind solutions that can contribute to the advancement of the energy transition. The AiPs were awarded based on DNV's recently updated DNV-RU-OU-0512 (Floating wind installations) offshore rules.

 

Photo credit: DNV
Published: 25 November, 2024 

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