LR publishes reports on LPG and nuclear as future bunker fuels for shipping
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Classification society Lloyd’s Register (LR) recently released new reports on LPG and nuclear as future bunker fuels for shipping in its Fuel for Thought series.
These reports explore safety, adoption drivers, and technology readiness to help stakeholders navigate the changing fuel landscape.
They also examine regulations, operator interest, and economic factors impacting the adoption of these sustainable fuels.
In its conclusion in its LPG report, Lloyd’s Register said the long-term decarbonisation potential of LPG will depend on the scaling up of renewable fuel production, which is anticipated to be rapid as traditional LPG users seek to reduce their environmental impact
“Meanwhile demand and seaborne trade is expected to grow in the coming years, necessitating growth in the global fleet of LPG carriers and providing the opportunity for further uptake of LPG as a fuel in that fleet,” it said.
LR also noted that increased uptake of LPG in the commercial maritime sector comes with challenges such as limited engine technologies to support it.
“Currently, for example, there is no four-stroke marine engine capable of using LPG, meaning auxiliary engines on vessels would need to be decarbonised through an additional fuel,” it said.
Note: LR’s reports on LPG and nuclear can be accessed here and here.
Related: LR: Shipping’s readiness to adopt nuclear is advancing as new technology progresses
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Published: 8 July, 2024
