LNG Bunkering

JAXPORT LNG bunkering facility nears completion

El Coquí scheduled for inaugural LNG bunkering operation with cheaper domestic fuel in summer.

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5 years ago

July 5, 2018

Final touches are being applied to the liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering facility at the Port of Jacksonville’s Talleyrand Terminal (JAXPORT), says Crowley Maritime Corporation.

The fuelling depot, provided by Eagle LNG Partners, will be providing shore-side bunkering of LNG marine fuel to Crowley’s new Commitment Class combination container/roll-on roll-off ships when completed.

“The fuel depot will provide a reliable and safe bunkering solution that is truly innovative,” said Crowley’s Tucker Gilliam, vice president.

“Crowley and Eagle worked with regulators to ensure the design for the depot adhered to regulations and allowed for minimal footprint and minimal impact to terminal cargo operations.”

Currently, LNG bunkering operations can take many forms using multiple trucks and ISO containers or a LNG bunker barge.

The JAXPORT fuel depot provides unique solution by leveraging permanent infrastructure, requiring fewer trucks, and ensures a colder, more dense liquid transfer. This facility allows Crowley to safely “fill up” its ships simultaneous with normal cargo loading/unloading operations.

Each of two large storage tanks can hold approximately 250,000 gallons of LNG equalling the capacity of the ship’s fuel tank. The tank will be filled with LNG trucked from Eagle’s LNG production facility in the nearby Maxville area of West Jacksonville.

Coupling the 500,000-gallon LNG capacity at the JAXPORT terminal with another 1 million storage capacity at the Eagle Maxville LNG facility provides security of supply for consistent fuel distribution.

“Thanks to Crowley and the groundbreaking Commitment Class ship program, we have been able to design and build this state-of-the-art LNG bunkering station on less than two acres at the Talleyrand Terminal in Jacksonville,” said Sean Lalani, president, Eagle LNG Partners.

“We are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the first, El Coquí, in Jacksonville soon this summer so we can bunker with domestically produced, lower cost LNG for the first time from the bunker station.

“This LNG bunker station heralds a bright future for our nation as we use our abundant, domestic, cleaner natural gas resources to fuel marine vessels with LNG.”

Photo credit: Crowley Maritime Corporation
Published: 5 July, 2018

Alternative Fuels

DNV paper outlines bunkering of alternative marine fuels for boxships

Third edition of its paper series focuses on LNG, methanol and ammonia as alternative bunker fuel options for containerships; explores bunkering aspects for LNG and methanol.

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November 29, 2023

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DNV paper outlines bunkering of alternative marine fuels for boxships

Classification society DNV recently released the third edition of its paper series Alternative fuels for containerships, focused on LNG, methanol and ammonia as alternative bunker fuel options for containerships.

In its updated paper series, DNV examined the different alternative marine fuel options and provided an overview of the most important technical and commercial considerations for the containership sector.

It explored the bunkering technology for LNG, bunkering infrastructure for methanol, and availability and infrastructure of ammonia.

Building on the foundation laid in the second edition, which focused on the most important aspects of methanol as a fuel, this latest third edition delves deeper – exploring the technical intricacies and commercial considerations associated with adopting methanol as an alternative fuel for containerships.

Furthermore, it provides an overview of crucial aspects related to ammonia and discusses its potential as an alternative fuel for containerships.

Amongst others, the new edition of the paper looks at the following aspects:

Technical design considerations for methanol
Commercial implications of adopting methanol as an alternative fuel
Ammonia's potential as an alternative fuel
Availability, infrastructure and ship fuel technology for ammonia
Major updates based on the latest IMO GHG strategy decisions at the MEPC 80 meeting

Note: The third edition of DNV’s full paper titled Alternative Fuels for Containerships can be found here.

Photo credit: DNV
Published: 29 November, 2023

LNG Bunkering

Fincantieri launches LNG dual-fuel cruise ship “Mein Schiff Relax”

Launch of “Mein Schiff Relax”, the first of two InTUItion class new concept cruise ships LNG dual-fuel powered that Fincantieri is building for TUI Cruises took place at Monfalcone shipyard.

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November 29, 2023

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Fincantieri launches LNG dual-fuel cruise ship “Mein Schiff Relax”

Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri on Tuesday (28 November) said the launch of Mein Schiff Relax, the first of two InTUItion class new concept cruise ships dual-fuel powered (Liquid Natural Gas - LNG and Marine Gas Oil - MGO) that Fincantieri is building for TUI Cruises, a joint venture between TUI AG and Royal Caribbean Cruises, took place at the Monfalcone shipyard.

The godmother of the ship was Elena Sperti, an employee of the shipyard.

With approximately 160,000 gross tonnes, these units will constitute the backbone of TUI Cruises’ future fleet. The order is based on a prototype project developed by Fincantieri that enhances the consolidated characteristics of modernity and sustainability of TUI Cruises, a company with one of the most advanced fleets from an ecological point of view.

Energy efficiency is at the centre of the project, with the dual objective of containing operating consumption and minimising environmental impact, in line with all the most recent regulations on the matter. The ships will be able to use LNG bunker fuel. The vessels will be future-proof thanks to their ability to also burn low-emission fuels such as bio- or e-LNG: an important step towards climate-neutral cruising.

The units will also be equipped with catalytic converters (compliant with the Euro 6 standard) and with a generative turbine that uses the residual heat of the diesel generators and an electrical shore-power connection from the ground. All this guarantees almost emission-free operation while in port (about 40% of operating time). Finally, the ships will be equipped with an even more efficient innovative waste treatment system capable of transforming organic substances into charcoal through a thermal process.

TUI Cruises is a joint venture between the TUI Group, number one in the world in the tourism sector, and the cruise group Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. The company was founded in April 2008, based in Hamburg. Since May 2009 it has been offering cruises for the German-speaking market.

Photo credit: Fincantieri
Published: 29 November, 2023

LNG Bunkering

Meyer Turku delivers LNG-fuelled “Icon of the Seas” to Royal Caribbean

Ship is a revolutionary ship and at the same time a significant step towards the green transition, which is the shipyard’s most important competitive advantage, says Tim Meyer, CEO of Meyer Turku.

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November 28, 2023

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Meyer Turku delivers LNG-fuelled “Icon of the Seas” to Royal Caribbean

Shipbuilder Meyer Turku on Monday (27 November) said the LNG-powered cruise ship Icon of the Seas has been delivered to Royal Caribbean.

It said Icon of the Seas was scheduled to depart from the shipyard on 28 of November.

Tim Meyer, CEO of Meyer Turku, said the handover of Icon of the Seas was a significant moment in the shipyard's history.

"Icon of the Seas is the world's largest, but above all, the world's most advanced cruise ship. Together with Royal Caribbean, we set the bar exceptionally high in terms of design, technology, safety and reducing energy consumption,” he said in a social media post.

“Icon of the Seas is a revolutionary ship and at the same time a significant step towards the green transition, which is the shipyard's most important competitive advantage. Such a demanding project has only been possible because we cooperate closely within the maritime cluster. In particular, I would like to highlight the finishing expertise of our supply chain. I am extremely proud of the people of Meyer Turku and everyone who has participated in this project.”

Icon of the Seas is Royal Caribbean International’s first LNG-powered cruise vessel, the first ship in Royal Caribbean’s new Icon Class.

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Published: 28 November, 2023