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Delegates discuss LNG bunkering at TotalEnergies’ inaugural Marine LNG Forum in April

Speakers highlighted the key role LNG has to play in supporting IMO’s decarbonisation targets, and agreed taking a wait-and-see approach is not a strategy.
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Delegates at the inaugural Marine LNG Forum hosted by TotalEnergies have heard the latest insights powering the global LNG bunkering market, and the challenges and opportunities the shipping industry is likely to face as it progresses towards decarbonisation.

Held on 28th April, the event brought together industry experts from across the marine fuels, engine manufacturing, vessel chartering and operating, lubrication and certification sectors, including:

  • AET: Capt. Amit Pal, Global Director, Dynamic Positioning Shuttle Tankers (DPST)
  • Bureau Veritas: Carlos Guerrero, Global Technology Leader, LNG Carriers, Tankers & LNGBVs
  • Lubmarine: Nikolaos Kotakis, Technical Director
  • TotalEnergies Marine Fuels: Jesper Rosenkrans, Global Sales & Business Development Director and Mireille Franco, HSEQ & Technical Director
  • TotalEnergies Trading Shipping: Sébastien Roche, General Manager Technical Department
  • WinGD: Volkmar Galke, Executive Management Sales

Hosted by TotalEnergies, delegates discovered the latest developments and initiatives that are underway in 2021 to help shipping companies navigate the industry’s energy transition.

Speakers highlighted the key role LNG has to play in supporting the International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) decarbonisation targets, and collectively agreed that taking a wait-and-see approach is not a strategy. If the IMO targets are to be met, the shipping industry needs to act now and LNG is part of the solution.

Jesper Rosenkrans, Global Sales & Business Development Director at TotalEnergies Marine Fuels, said: “LNG represents an available and competitive fuel solution, and a viable pathway to greener bio-LNG, which collectively contribute to the IMO’s long-term strategy of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from ships. Through this Forum, we not only demonstrated why LNG offers a compelling combination of applicability, environmental benefits, and commercial sense, but also how shipping companies can make the switch to cleaner LNG marine fuel.”

Key discussions at the Forum looked at how:

  • LNG is the cleanest marine fuel solution available at scale today, to help reduce shipping industry emissions.
  • LNG provides a practical pathway for the development of future marine fuels including Biomethane and Ammonia.
  • LNG can lead to a net emission reduction even after factoring in methane slip risk. A Sphera study, cited during the event, showed that a 15-23% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions when using LNG to power two-stroke ship engines is achievable net of methane slip.

Looking on the horizon to 2050, shipping has set its course for decarbonisation with the ultimate goal of delivering at least 50% reduction in total annual greenhouse gas emissions compared with 2008. Rising to this challenge requires collaboration and cooperation right across all sectors of the industry.

Serge Dal Farra, Global Marketing Manager at Lubmarine, says: “We created this Forum to enable the shipping community to engage in an in-depth and extensive discussion. With over 500 delegates signing up for the forum, we were extremely grateful to all our panels experts who were able to share exactly where we are in terms of global LNG developments today, and how those developments are already creating the foundations for the successful delivery and implementation of alternative fuels tomorrow.”

Rosenkrans added: “The strongest message from across the panel was that if the IMO targets are to be met, there is no ‘either LNG or alternative fuels scenario’. We must grasp the benefits of LNG today. Forgoing the opportunity to cut carbon emissions for the years ahead by not switching to LNG, while waiting for future fuels to be commercialised, isn’t an option. As a broad energy company, TotalEnergies is committed to the energy transition and we firmly believe, LNG is part of that energy basket today and will be in the future.”

 

Photo credit: Total Marine Fuels Global Solutions
Published: 6 July, 2021

 

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Indonesia to expedite removal of sunken Malaysia-flagged tanker “Silver Sincere”

Vessel sank while carrying about 1,000 mt of waste oil on 12 January 2025; the wreck was discovered in March 2025 and was found to have drifted about 13 nautical miles from its original sinking site.

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Indonesia to expedite removal of sunken Malaysia-flagged tanker “Silver Sincere”

Indonesia’s Coordinating Ministry for Political and Security Affairs on Tuesday (14 July) held a cross-agency coordination meeting to expedite efforts in handling the Malaysian-flagged tanker Silver Sincere that sank off Bintan Regency, Riau Islands.

The vessel sank while carrying about 1,000 metric tonnes (mt) of waste oil on 12 January 2025. 

According to authorities, the ship sank within Indonesian waters. After several surveys, the wreck was finally discovered in March 2025 and it was found to have shifted approximately 13 nautical miles from the initial sinking location.

The meeting was aimed to align cross-ministerial and institutional measures to expedite the handling of the Silver Sincere wreck while minimising risks to shipping safety, the marine environment, and national interests.

Deputy for Coordination of State Defense and National Unity Purwito Hadi Wardhono emphasised that the handling of the impact of the Silver Sincere sinking was the first case to be comprehensively coordinated, serving as a model for handling foreign vessels sinking within Indonesian jurisdiction.

Through this cross-sectoral coordination, the government will establish a clear and measurable framework that can serve as a reference for resolving similar cases in the future, while minimising state losses due to environmental pollution, damage to underwater ecosystems and infrastructure, and disruption to shipping lanes.

“The most important thing is to immediately stop and prevent the negative impacts of this ship sinking,” Purwito said.

“Therefore, a coordinating role is crucial, as maritime security governance involves various ministries and institutions with varying authorities, allowing for faster, more integrated, and more effective response,” he said. 

He added that the Silver Sincere was a Malaysian-flagged vessel that sank within Indonesian jurisdiction, and therefore, all handling processes must comply with the provisions of Indonesian laws and regulations.

In the meeting, Prof. Eko Ganis Sukoharsono, representing the SAE Energy Consulting Team, presented the results of an analysis based on 14 observation periods using Sentinel-1 Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite imagery. 

The analysis results showed strong indications of a waste oil spill that has resulted in marine pollution, damage to the seabed due to shifting shipwrecks, disruption of coastal ecosystems and fishing grounds, and potentially threatening the livelihoods of fishing communities around the Riau Islands. 

Purwito added these findings further emphasise the importance of accelerating the removal of the shipwrecks to prevent widespread environmental impacts, maintain shipping safety, and avoid the potential for greater state losses.

The meeting brought together representatives of related ministries and institutions including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Defense, Ministry of Transportation, Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, Ministry of Environment, Attorney General’s Office.  

Related: MPA: Malaysia-registered tanker “Silver Sincere” sinks off Pedra Branca

 

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Published: 20 July, 2026

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Singapore: FueLNG achieves 800th LNG bunkering operation milestone

Bunker tanker “FUELNG Venosa” delivered LNG marine fuel to bulk carrier “MV Ubuntu Humanity” at Eastern Bunkering A Anchorage (AEBA) on 11 July.

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Singapore: FueLNG completes 800th LNG bunkering operation

Singapore’s licensed LNG bunker supplier FueLNG on Friday (17 July) announced the successful completion of its 800th LNG bunkering operation in the republic.

The company said bunker tanker FUELNG Venosa delivered LNG marine fuel to bulk carrier MV Ubuntu Humanity at Eastern Bunkering A Anchorage (AEBA) on 11 July. 

“This achievement is more than just a number,” FueLNG said.

“It reflects the trust our customers place in us, the dedication of our operations team, the professionalism of our marine partners, and our unwavering commitment to safe, efficient, and reliable bunker deliveries.” 

Manifold Times previously reported FueLNG completing its 500th LNG ship-to-ship (STS) bunkering operation.

Related: Singapore: FueLNG achieves milestone of 500th STS LNG bunkering operation

 

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Published: 20 July, 2026

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Western Baltic Engineering unveils green methanol bunkering vessel design for Klaipėda

Designed for flexible operations in shallow waters and local bunkering routes, the concept features an 800-metric-tonne green methanol capacity and the potential to supply up to 250,000 mt annually.

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Western Baltic Engineering unveils green methanol bunkering vessel design for Klaipėda

Ship design and engineering service provider Western Baltic Engineering on Thursday (16 July) showcased its latest concept design for a green methanol bunkering vessel, developed for the operational needs of the Port of Klaipėda.

Designed for flexible operations in shallow waters and local bunkering routes, the concept features an 800-metric-tonne green methanol capacity and the potential to supply up to 250,000 metric tonnes (mt) annually. 

“It is Western Baltic Engineering’s first concept dedicated exclusively to green methanol bunkering, expanding our portfolio of alternative-fuel vessel solutions,” the company said in a social media post.

“Building on our experience in methanol-ready vessel design, it reflects our continued focus on enabling the industry’s transition to cleaner fuels.”

“As the maritime sector evolves, engineering companies have a responsibility not only to respond to market needs but also to anticipate future challenges,” said Marius Arkusauskas, Director at Western Baltic Engineering.

“By exploring emerging technologies and alternative fuel applications, we help our partners prepare for the next generation of maritime operations while contributing to a more sustainable future.”

 

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Published: 20 July, 2026

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