DNV sees alternative-fuelled newbuilding orders bounce back in October
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Latest data from classification society DNV’s Alternative Fuels Insight (AFI) platform showed 30 new orders for alternative-fuelled vessels were placed in October 2025.
Of these, 26 were LNG-fuelled vessels, all coming from the container segment.
The remaining four orders were for methanol-fuelled vessels, with three of these in the tankers segment.
A total of 222 orders for alternative-fuelled vessels were placed in the first 10 months of 2025, just under half (52%) of orders placed in the same period in 2024.
LNG-fuelled vessels continue to dominate new orders, accounting for 67% of all alternative-fuel orders this year, with 147 ships.
Methanol-fuelled vessels follow with 47 orders, while LPG carriers (19), ammonia-fuelled vessels (5), and hydrogen-fuelled vessels (4) make up the remainder.
The container segment now accounts for 65% of all new orders for alternative-fuelled vessels in 2025.
Four LNG bunker vessels and two bunker vessels capable of supplying methanol and biofuel were also added to the orderbook in October.
Although these are not included in the alternative-fuelled vessel statistics, DNV said continued investment in bunkering infrastructure is essential for supporting the growth and viability of the emerging alternative-fuelled fleet.
Jason Stefanatos, Global Decarbonization Director at DNV Maritime, said: “Following some weak months, it is encouraging to see stronger numbers in the alternative-fuelled space in October, both for vessels and with further investment in bunkering infrastructure. While activity remains well below last year’s levels, it is important to recognize that this is happening within a weaker overall newbuild market.
“Although issues of regulatory uncertainty are yet to be solved, the push for maritime decarbonization continues, led by the container segment and driven by a range of actors, including cargo owners, financiers, and shipowners themselves.
“This continued commitment across the industry signals that the transition to cleaner fuels remains firmly on the agenda.”
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Published: 4 November, 2025
