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Claudia Beumer joins Society for Gas as a Marine Fuel Secretariat

Claudia Beumer joins SGMF Secretariat as Membership and Communications Manager as SGMF announces the new team member at the start of 2024.

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January 8, 2024

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Claudia Beumer joins Society for Gas as a Marine Fuel Secretariat

Non-governmental organisation (NGO) Society for Gas as a Marine Fuel (SGMF) on Friday (5 January) announced Claudia Beumer has joined the SGMF Secretariat as Membership and Communications Manager.

“(She) undoubtedly will be a key asset to us all in helping to navigate the use of gaseous fuels for marine transport in a safe and sustainable way,” SGMF said in a social media post.

“Over the years, my passion for future fuels evolved and that is like the journey that SGMF went through. It all started with LNG and nowadays it goes beyond that, and we are also looking into ammonia, hydrogen and methanol. And along that mutual journey, I never lost the connection with SGMF and stayed involved in WiGS (Women in Green Shipping) as well as connecting at many industry events,” Beumer said.

“I’m looking forward to actively engage with members both virtually and in person to hear their concerns, challenges and input on SGMF work and what the Secretariat can do to support them further.”

“I have a technical background in chemical engineering and a long experience in the maritime industry, which makes it easy for me to understand our members operational processes and environmental challenges.”

“Needless to say, that I am very excited about being part of the SGMF team and the fact that both our journeys will merge into a joint journey moving forward, underlines the importance of SGMF.”

SGMF was established to promote safety and industry best practice in the use of gas as a marine fuel. The Society has Consultative Status with the International Maritime Organization and is governed by a representative Board and driven by three principal Committees.

Photo credit: The Society for Gas as a Marine Fuel
Published: 8 January, 2024

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Development takes place on the back of complex logistics and opaque operational processes experienced by the marine (bio)fuel market; which Ofiniti’s FuelBoss eBDN solution seeks to simplify.

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Rotterdam-based FincoEnergies, an independent, leading supplier of (bio)fuels and decarbonisation services for the transport sector, will be adopting Ofiniti’s FuelBoss eBDN technology, with operational support from VT Group.

The development takes place on the back of complex logistics and opaque operational processes experienced by the marine (bio)fuel market; which Ofiniti’s FuelBoss eBDN solution seeks to simplify.

“Schedules are becoming increasingly tighter as demand for sustainable biofuels grows,” explains Leon Arets, Trading & Operations Director at FincoEnergies.

“We’re adopting a platform that enhances structure and responsiveness. This digital leap allows us to not only scale efficiently but also deliver greater transparency and operational excellence to our clients.”

A spin-off from global assurance and risk management leader DNV, Ofiniti brings together deep industry know-how with cutting-edge technology. Its flagship platform, FuelBoss, is designed to replace cumbersome manual processes with streamlined digital workflows that boost efficiency and data reliability.

“Our work with LNG suppliers laid the groundwork,” notes Oliver Brix Sparsø, Global Director of Sales at Ofiniti. “But this collaboration with FincoEnergies and VT Group marks the first large-scale commitment to digital delivery workflows for biofuels. It’s a turning point for the region.”

FincoEnergies’ mission, Decarbonising the transport industry together, is grounded in collaboration and innovation. The partnership with Ofiniti and VT Group exemplifies this spirit, combining technological leadership with operational expertise.

“As operators, we continuously look for ways to improve life on board and support our partners,” adds Wouter van Reenen, Business Development Manager at VT Group. “FuelBoss is a strong fit for our operations and those of our chartering clients.”

Photo credit: Ofiniti
Published: 17 June 2025

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China: Shanghai Zhongran and PetroChina Shanghai Port to promote bunker fuel blending business

Development will help improve Shanghai Port’s bonded ship fuel supply industry, noted the Shanghai Customs Inspection Office.

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June 17, 2025

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Shanghai Zhongran and PetroChina Shanghai Port meeting

A meeting between representatives of Shanghai Zhongran, Shanghai Port Energy, PetroChina Shanghai Port, and Hongkou Customs took place at the Shanghai Customs Inspection Office on Thursday (12 June).

According to Shanghai Zhongran, the meeting’s objective was to discuss the implementation of a high-sulfur and low-sulfur fuel blending business at Shanghai.

During the meeting, a member of the Shanghai Customs Inspection Office stated it will take the opportunity of PetroChina Shanghai Port to carry out this business to promote the development of enterprises in Hongkou District.

The development will improve the utilisation rate of Shanghai Zhongran bonded storage tanks, improve storage functions, and help improve Shanghai Port’s bonded ship fuel supply industry.

After the meeting, PetroChina Shanghai Port submitted a formal application to Hongkou Customs.

Moving forward, Hongkou Customs will formulate a reconciliation plan, open a special account book, and promote the implementation of this business.

Photo credit: Shanghai Zhongran
Published: 17 June 2025

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NYK Group’s first methanol-fuelled bulk carrier “Green Future” delivered

Vessel is the first bulk carrier in the NYK Group to be equipped with a dual-fuel engine that uses methanol and fuel oil.

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June 17, 2025

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NYK Group on 13 May received delivery of Green Future, the company’s first methanol dual-fuel bulk carrier, at the TSUNEISHI Factory of TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING Co., Ltd. where a naming and delivery ceremony was also held, it said on Thursday (14 June).

The vessel will be chartered by NYK Bulk & Projects Carriers Ltd., an NYK Group company, from KAMBARA KISEN Co., Ltd.

It is the first bulk carrier in the NYK Group to be equipped with a dual-fuel engine that uses methanol and fuel oil.

“Methanol has a lower environmental impact than fuel oil, and by using bio-methanol and e-methanol produced using hydrogen derived from renewable energy sources and recovered carbon dioxide, the vessel achieves significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions,” it said.

Vessel Particulars
LOA: 199.99 m
Breadth: 32.25 m
Depth: 19.15 m
Deadweight: approx. 65,700 metric tons
Capacity: approx. 81,500 m³
Draft: 13.8 m

Photo credit: NYK Group
Published: 17 June 2025