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Methanol Institute: Innovative developments and strategic collaborations (Week 27, 1-7 July 2024)

This week, the maritime industry made pivotal advancements in methanol fuel technology and forged strategic partnerships, reinforcing the maritime industry’s shift towards sustainable fuel alternatives.

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Methanol Institute: Progress and milestones in methanol adoption (Week 49, 2 to 8 Dec 2024)

The Methanol Institute, provides an exclusive weekly commentary on developments related to the adoption of methanol as a bunker fuel, including significant related events recorded during the week, for the readers of bunkering publication Manifold Times:

Groundwork for the energy transition is seeing more and more shipping companies and their stakeholders prepare for lower carbon operations. Contracts are being placed for new vessels, propulsion systems and the infrastructure that will enable wider use of methanol. Owners continue to put their faith in alternatives with orders for 49 methanol fuel ships ordered in the first half of 2024.

Methanol marine fuel related developments for Week 27 of 2024:

Blue World Completes Testing of Methanol Fuel Cell System for Ships

Date: July 1, 2024

Key Points: Blue World Technologies has completed testing on its 200 kW high-temperature PEM fuel cell system for ships, which runs on methanol. The system, boasting up to 55% electrical efficiency at the commercial stage, promises fuel savings of 20-30%. This breakthrough is set to significantly advance maritime decarbonization. A 1 MW pilot system will be installed on one of AP Moller-Maersk's methanol-fueled boxships in the first half of 2026, marking a key step in reducing emissions in the shipping industry.

Ta San Shang Marine to Construct Third Methanol-Ready Service Operation Vessel

Date: July 1, 2024

Key Points: Ta San Shang Marine Co. Ltd., a joint venture between Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) and Ta Tong Marine, has signed an agreement with Damen Group for the construction of its third methanol-ready service operation vessel (SOV). This new vessel, designed to be methanol-ready, will enhance the company's commitment to adopting methanol as a future marine fuel. The agreement underscores the industry's shift towards sustainable and environmentally friendly marine operations.

 41% of Tonnage Ordered in 1H24 Equipped for Alternative Fuels

Date: July 2, 2024

Key Points: According to Clarksons Research, 41% of the tonnage ordered in the first half of 2024 can run on alternative fuels. This includes 109 orders for LNG-fueled ships, 49 for methanol, 15 for ammonia, 42 for LPG, and 4 for hydrogen. While 54% of tonnage orders were alternatively fueled in the same period in 2022, about 50% of the current total order book is capable of using alternative fuels, indicating a strong shift towards sustainable shipping practices.

Consort Bunkers Forms Alternative Fuels Partnership

Date: July 3, 2024

Key Points: Consort Bunkers, along with ClassNK, Yanmar Asia (Singapore) Corporation, and Taiko Asia Pacific, has signed a memorandum of understanding to develop infrastructure for alternative fuels. This includes the construction of four 7,999 DWT tankers by Cosco Shipping Heavy Industry, capable of bunkering biofuels and methanol. In total, Consort Bunkers has ordered 13 tankers, highlighting a commitment to regional and global implementation of alternative fuel use.

Headway Technology to Equip Four Methanol-Fueled Bulk Carriers with Fuel Supply Systems

Date: July 4th, 2024

Key Points: Headway Technology has signed an agreement to provide methanol fuel supply systems for four 89,000 DWT bulk carriers for Fujian Guohang Ocean Shipping. These systems will include bunkering, transfer, fuel treatment, nitrogen systems, and control and security systems. The vessels, built by Wuhu Shipyard, are scheduled for delivery in 2025-26. Additionally, Headway will supply a methanol fuel system for Fratelli Cosulich's new methanol tanker, due in late 2025.

 

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Published: 12 July, 2024

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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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Ammonia, methanol bunkering infrastructures among 39 projects to receive EU funding

Both projects aim to deploy a ship-to-ship bunkering system at the ports of Huelva and Algeciras respectively and include a 7500 m3 bunkering vessel each.

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Editor's Note [12 February 2025] : Article updated on CEPSA 

Two projects involving ammonia and methanol bunkering infrastructures in the ports of Huelva and Algeciras in Spain were among 39 projects to receive funding under the first cut-off deadline of 2024-2025 Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Facility (AFIF) of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF), according to the European Commission recently. 

The first ammonia bunkering infrastructure will be in Algecirasa as part of the Andalusian Green Hydrogen Valley. The project aims to deploy a ship-to-ship ammonia bunkering system in the port of Algeciras. 

It includes a 7500 m3 ammonia bunkering vessel, an on-shore ship loading system and the piping infrastructure for the transport of ammonia from the production site to the loading dock.  

Meanwhile, the first methanol bunkering infrastructure will be in Huelva, also as part of the Andalusian Green Hydrogen Valley. The project aims to deploy a ship-to-ship methanol bunkering system in the port of Algeciras. 

It includes a 7500 m3 methanol bunkering vessel, an on shore ship loading system and the piping infrastructure for the transport of methanol from the production site to the loading dock.

The coordinator for both bunkering projects is Spanish bunker fuel supplier CEPSA, which has been renamed to Moeve in October last year. 

The European Commission said the EU is allocating nearly EUR 422 million to the 39 projects that will deploy alternative fuels supply infrastructure along the trans-European transport network (TEN-T), contributing to decarbonisation. 

With this selection, the AFIF will support other projects including approximately 2,500 electric recharging points for light-duty vehicles and 2,400 for heavy-duty vehicles along the European TEN-T road network, 35 hydrogen refuelling stations for cars, trucks and buses, the electrification of ground handling services in eight airports and the greening of nine ports.

Following EU Member States’ approval of the selected projects on 4 February, the European Commission will adopt the award decision in the coming months, after which the results will become definitive. 

The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) has started the preparation of the grant agreements with the beneficiaries of successful projects.

Note: The full list of successful projects can be viewed here.

 

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Published: 11 February, 2025

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Meyer Werft and partners kick off green methanol fuel cells project for cruise ship

Project’s core goal is for DLR to create large scale fuel cell stacks and Freudenberg e-Power Systems to create fuel cell systems that can be retrofitted on existing cruise ships.

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Meyer Werft and partners kick off green methanol fuel cells project for cruise ship

German shipbuilder Meyer Werft recently said it launched the zero4cruise project at Freudenberg e-Power Systems in Munich, together with project partners Freudenberg e-Power Systems and German Aerospace Center (DLR).

Building on previous developments, zero4cruise focuses on fuel cell technology powered by green methanol, according to the company.

“The project addresses a critical challenge for the maritime industry: developing climate-friendly and low emission energy systems for cruise ships,” it said in a social media post. 

The project’s core goal is for DLR to create large scale fuel cell stacks and Freudenberg e-Power Systems to create fuel cell systems that can be retrofitted on existing ships. 

“This retrofit approach is key to accelerating the decarbonisation of the cruise sector, which is vital given the long operational lifespans of vessels,” it said. 

The hybrid energy system will combine PEM fuel cells with a methanol reformer and battery systems to optimize efficiency and ensure ships can operate carbon-neutral in ports and coastal areas.

“zero4cruise is not just about new technologies—it’s about creating practical, scalable solutions that can transform existing fleets into sustainable vessels, ensuring that ships in harbours and coastal areas can operate with low emissions,” Meyer Werft added.

 

Photo credit: Meyer Werft
Published: 6 February, 2025

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