FueLNG, a joint venture between Keppel Offshore & Marine Ltd (Keppel O&M) and Shell Eastern Petroleum (Pte) Ltd, has placed an order with Keppel O&M subsidiary Keppel Singmarine Pte Ltd to build the first liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering vessel in South East Asia.
The construction of the 7,500m3 LNG bunkering vessel is projected to be completed in 3Q 2020 and will enable FueLNG to be the first in Singapore to provide ship-to-ship LNG bunkering services.
FueLNG will receive a grant of up to $3 million as part of the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore's (MPA) LNG Bunkering Pilot Programme (LBPP).
The LNG bunkering vessel will be built to the proprietary design, MTD 7500U LNG, developed by Keppel O&M's ship design and development arm, Marine Technology Development (MTD).
Capable of running on both LNG and marine diesel oil, the vessel's key features include high manoeuvrability which enables bunkering without tug assistance, as well as propulsion and power management systems that optimise fuel consumption.
“This vessel, which will be the first of its kind in South East Asia, will enable FueLNG to be the first in Singapore to provide ship-to-ship LNG bunkering services within the Singapore port,” said Chris Ong, Chairman, FueLNG and CEO, Keppel O&M.
“This demonstrates our commitment to global customers as the industry increasingly adopts cleaner fuel alternatives.
“Tapping on Keppel's shipbuilding expertise enables us to have a highly capable vessel that meets our requirements for safety and efficiency. Supported by Shell's experience, we aim to be a key driver in promoting LNG as marine fuel."
Lauran Wetemans, Director, FueLNG and General Manager, Shell Downstream LNG, added, “I am pleased LNG will be available mid 2020 in Singapore.”
“The decision to develop the LNG Bunker vessel demonstrates the confidence FueLNG has in LNG as a marine fuel.
“Singapore is a key maritime hub and both partners will contribute specific expertise in the venture with Shell using its global experience to make LNG a reality.
“We continue to work closely with the MPA, the port operators and industry stakeholders to ensure LNG bunkering will be available."
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Photo credit: Keppel Corporation
Published: 6 June, 2018
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