Maersk aims to deploy 19 methanol dual-fuel vessels by end of 2025

Danish shipping giant A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) on Thursday (16 January) said it has set its sights to deploy at least 19 methanol dual-fuel vessels by the end of this year.

Leonardo Sonzio, Head of Fleet Management and Technology at Maersk, said this when sharing the company’s vision for 2025 in a video. 

He also said the company is anticipating the arrival of the first e-methanol volumes from European Energy’s Kassø facility in Denmark, a significant milestone in sourcing methanol. 

Manifold Times previously reported Maersk identifying its partners to produce green fuel for its first vessel to operate on carbon neutral methanol: REintegrate, a subsidiary of the Danish renewable energy company European Energy.

Sonzio said looking ahead, Maersk envisions a future of fuel diversity with methanol, biomethane, biodiesel and possibly ammonia co-existing. 

Last year, Maersk ordered 20 LNG dual-fuel vessels capable of sailing on biomethane.

“And this year, we still have the option to change the newbuild specification to methanol dual fuel,” he said. 

“Clarity on fuel providers and the regulatory environment will be key to this decision.”

He added 2025 is a pivotal year for the energy transition of Maersk’s fleet.

He said there is a need for global regulations this year from the International Maritime Organization to bridge the price gap between fossil fuels and emission-reducing alternatives.

“Collaboration remains at the heart of our efforts, as we work closely with regulators, industry peers, and customers to overcome challenges and accelerate the energy transition”, Sonzio added.

Related: A.P. Moller – Maersk identifies REintegrate as partner to produce e-methanol bunker fuel
Related: Maersk orders 20 LNG dual-fuel boxships from Chinese and South Korean shipyards

Photo credit: A.P. Moller – Maersk
Published: 17 January, 2025