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Doosan Fuel Cell to develop, demonstrate marine fuel cell technology for consortium

Ammonia and hydrogen, when used to fuel marine SOFCs in the future, will enhance profitability by replacing existing marine engines as a pollution-free power source.

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Korea Shipbuilding Offshore Engineering to demonstrate fuel cell applied ship operation

Seoul-based fuel cell manufacturer Doosan Fuel Cell on Tuesday (11 October) said it will use complete the development and delivery of low temperature 600kW solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC) to provide auxiliary power for a 174,000 cubic-meter LNG carrier to be run by Shell from 2025.

The firm has signed a consortium agreement to demonstrate fuel cells for ships with Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering, Shell, HyAxiom, and DNV.

Under the contract, Doosan Fuel Cell is responsible for:

  • Supply of stacks, which are key components of SOFC,
  • Supplying SOFC systems for marine applications and
  • Supporting SOFC services for ships

Doosan Fuel Cell aims to complete the development and delivery of the marine SOFC system by 2024 and start demonstration for one year from 2025.

The shipping industry is making various attempts to replace internal combustion engines, states Doosan Fuel Cell.

Low temperature SOFCs, currently being developed by Doosan Fuel Cell, has a benefit for environment, and offers efficiency up to 65%, as well as noise and vibration reduction in addition to maintenance cost cuts.

Ammonia and hydrogen, when used to fuel marine SOFCs in the future, will enhance profitability by replacing existing marine engines as a pollution-free power source.

“We expect the consortium project to significantly reduce the carbon emission generated during ship operations,” said Carrie Trauth, SVP and Global Head of Shipping and Maritime at Shell. “We are happy to work with leading shipping companies working to decarbonize the ocean.”

“Solid oxide fuel cells are one of the promising solutions for achieving net zero in maritime,” says Vidar Dolonen, Regional Manager Korea & Japan Maritime of DNV. “I’m excited to contribute DNV’s expertise to this important project with leading companies.”

“The shipbuilding and shipping industries are rapidly innovating under the two pillars of eco-friendly and digital,” said Sam-Hyun Ka, Vice Chairman of KSOE. “We expect this fuel cell ship demonstration to preoccupy next-generation eco-friendly ship technologies and accelerate marine decarbonisation.”

“Equipped with higher power efficiency and longer life than existing products, our low temperature SOFC will not only improve the efficiency of vessel operation but also accelerate net zero in maritime,” says CEO of Doosan Fuel Cell. “We will continue to cooperate closely with consortium members and complete the early demonstration so that we can lead the maritime SOFC business.”

The marine fuel cell, as a future eco-friendly energy source, is expected to expand its presence significantly around 2030 when IMO Stage 4 (reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by 40% compared to 2008), which is currently under discussion, is implemented, forecasts Doosan Fuel Cell.

Related: HHI, Shell, Doosan Fuel Cell, HyAxiom, DNV in maritime demonstration project for fuel cell technology

 

Photo credit: Hyundai Heavy Industries Group
Published: 13 October, 2022

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South Korea’s HJSC scores LNG bunkering vessel order from H-Line Shipping

HJ Shipbuilding & Construction has secured its first order of the year with a contract worth KRW 127.1 billion (USD 87.6 million) to build an 18,000㎥ LNG bunkering vessel for H-Line Shipping.

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South Korean HJSC scores LNG bunkering vessel order from H-Line Shipping

HJ Shipbuilding & Construction (HJSC) has secured its first order of the year with a contract worth KRW 127.1 billion (USD 87.6 million) to build an 18,000㎥ LNG bunkering vessel for H-Line Shipping. 

The contracted vessel is a large-scale LNG bunkering ship measuring 144 meters in length, 25.2 meters in width, and 12.8 meters in depth. It is capable of supplying up to 18,000㎥ of LNG in a single operation to LNG-fuelled ships. 

Equipped with two independent LNG tanks certified by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the vessel features a dual-fuel propulsion system that allows it to operate on both eco-friendly LNG and marine diesel oil. This advanced system ensures both stability and operational efficiency while effectively reducing carbon emissions.

Yoo Sang-cheol, CEO of HJSC, said, “As global LNG demand and supply continue to grow, the LNG bunkering vessel market will see steady expansion.” 

“We will focus on strengthening our expertise in building eco-friendly, high-value-added ships, securing a competitive edge that aligns with our legacy as a leader in shipbuilding.”

This achievement follows the company's success in 2014 when it built the world’s first 5,100㎥ LNG bunkering vessel for Japan’s NYK Line.

“This accomplishment also reinforces South Korea’s shipbuilding industry's efforts to enhance competitiveness by securing high-efficiency, environmentally friendly vessels in the global market,” HJSC said. 

“Notably, with the anticipated expansion of oil and natural gas drilling and the resumption of LNG exports under the second Trump administration in the US, the market for crude oil carriers, LNG carriers, and LNG bunkering vessels is expected to see significant growth.”

“This trend is likely to benefit the country’s highly competitive shipbuilding industry.”

 

Photo credit: HJ Shipbuilding & Construction
Published: 12 February, 2025

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India’s first bio-methanol bunker barge to be part of new bunkering facility project

Construction of the bunker barge is part of a MoU between Bapu’s Shipping Jamnagar and Deendayal Port Authority to develop a methanol bunkering facility at Kandla.

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India’s first bio-methanol bunker barge to be part of new bunkering facility project

India’s shipping company Bapu’s Shipping Jamnagar on Sunday (9 February) announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Deendayal Port Authority on 8 February to develop a methanol bunkering facility at Kandla. 

The firm said the construction of India’s first bio-methanol bunker barge will be a key part of this initiative to cater to the growing requirement for sustainable maritime fuel. 

“India’s first methanol bunker barge will be constructed at Deendayal Port, marking a significant step in accelerating green shipping and decarbonisation,” said Bhupendra Sinh Jadeja, Managing Director of Bapu’s Shipping. 

“With global ports like Shanghai, Ulsan, Singapore, and Rotterdam advancing methanol bunkering, India is stepping up! Deendayal Port Authority has committed to providing necessary infrastructure support to fast-track the bunker supply chain.”

“We are honoured to be their channel partner in this transformative journey.”

 

Photo credit: Bapu’s Shipping Jamnagar
Published: 12 February, 2025

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Argus Media: California aims to expand alternative bunker fuels

State senate bill 298, introduced by state senator Anna Caballero, would require a plan to be developed by 31 December 2030 for use and deployment of alternative marine fuels at California’s public seaports.

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California lawmakers will consider expanding alternative marine fuels use by ocean-going vessels on the state's coast.

12 February 2025

State senate bill 298, introduced by state senator Anna Caballero (D), would require the California State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission (Energy Commission), the California Transportation Agency and the state board to develop a plan by 31 December 2030 for the use and deployment of alternative fuels at California's public seaports.

The plan should identify significant alternative fuel infrastructure and equipment trends, needs, and issues and describe how the state will facilitate permitting and construction of infrastructure to support alternative fuels. The plan should also identify locations for alternative fuel infrastructure, provide a reasonable timeline for its installment and estimate the costs, including public or private financing opportunities.

The bill also calls for the Energy Commission to convene a working group consisting of representatives of seaports, marine terminal operators, ocean carriers, waterfront labor, cargo owners, environmental and community advocacy groups, the Transportation Agency, the state board, the Public Utilities Commission, and air quality management and air pollution control districts. The working group will advise the commission.

The US territorial waters, including California's, are designated as emission control areas (ECAs). In the ECAs, the sulphur content of marine fuel burned by ocean-going vessels is capped at 0.1pc. Thus ocean-going vessels within 24 nautical miles of California burn 0.1pc sulphur maximum marine gasoil (MGO). Ocean-going vessels could achieve the equivalent of 0.1pc sulphur marine fuel emissions by installing marine exhaust scrubbers. But California has banned their use. California is the only US state that has banned the outright use of marine scrubbers.

California also requires that ocean-going vessels while at berth in California ports must either use shore power or use alternative technology such as batteries. The regulation came into force for container ships, reefers and cruise ships in 2023. It came into force this January for tankers visiting Los Angeles and Long beach and for roll on roll off vessels. Starting on 1 January 2027, it will apply to all tankers at berth in all California's ports.

US harbor craft vessels (such as barges, commercial fishing vessels, excursion vessels, dredgers, pilot vessels, tugboats and workboats) in California's waters are required to burn renewable diesel (R99 or R100). By comparison, elsewhere in the US, harbor craft vessels are required to burn ultra-low sulphur diesel (ULSD). In January, Los Angeles ULSD averaged at $773/t and R99 at $962/t.

By Stefka Wechsler

 

Photo credit and source: Argus Media
Published: 12 February, 2025

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