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MPA joins industry leaders to discuss decarbonisation strategies

Strong partnerships among public sector, private sector and research community can help test the efficacy of new bunker fuels, says Teo Eng Dih of MPA.
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Preparing the region’s marine and offshore industries to prosper through the clean energy transition was the focus at the ABS Southeast Asia Regional Committee Meeting.

The Chief Executive of the Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) of Singapore joined leaders of Asia’s shipping industry to discuss decarbonisation strategies, cutting edge technologies and the evolving regulatory landscape.

ABS Chairman, President and CEO Christopher J. Wiernicki announced the appointment of Panos Koutsourakis to Vice President, Global Sustainability, who is based in Singapore, to the committee.

“Our industry stands on the cusp of a decade or more of truly disruptive change. As we look to navigate the clean energy transition, the scale of the challenge before us is daunting. But, as we heard from this influential group of industry leaders, change is also an opportunity and by working together we can deliver a cleaner, more sustainable industry. As a leader in Singapore’s marine and offshore industries, ABS is supporting our clients and members in the region with advanced solutions in technology, strategy and compliance,” said Wiernicki.

Teo Eng Dih, Chief Executive of the MPA delivered an update on the MPA’s decarbonisation and green transition initiatives.

“There is an urgent need to accelerate the pace of decarbonisation to meet consumer and investor demand and to enhance the IMO 2050 target for greenhouse gas reduction. To meet these challenges, strong partnerships among the public sector, the private sector and the research community can help reduce the energy demand of vessels, help ship owners adopt energy-efficiency measures and renewables, and test the efficacy of new maritime fuels such as biofuels, ammonia and hydrogen. MPA will continue to work closely with our partners, including classification societies such as ABS, to address the challenges and seize new opportunities to shape the future of shipping,” said Teo.

The head of the global simulation center, Dr. Gu Hai, ABS Vice President, shared a demonstration with the committee members of the new ABS green corridor simulation tool, which allows stakeholders to accurately evaluate the performance of potential green corridors.

The committee also heard about ABS’ industry leading safety performance, the latest regulatory developments and market trends.

“Maritime is an impressive industry, doing amazing things every day from keeping global trade flowing to exploring new technologies that improve efficiency, HSE and advance the energy transition. I am pleased to be associated with the committee, comprised of experienced leaders and, together with ABS, putting our skills together to keep operations safe and shape the services of the future,” said Captain Rajalingam Subramaniam, President and Group CEO of MISC Berhad, and Chairman of the ABS Southeast Asia Regional Committee.

The Committee meetings are a forum for ABS members, including owners, operators, charterers, and industry representatives from flag Administrations, owner associations, and the shipbuilding and insurance sectors, to come together with ABS leaders and discuss industry issues and developments.  These forums are an important part of an ongoing dialogue with the industry to address technical, operational and regulatory challenges.

In a social media post on the meeting, Mr. Teo, said: “MPA and ABS are collaborating in a number of modelling studies for digital twins, and as part of the SABRE consortium that has received ABS’ approval-in-principle for ammonia bunkering vessel design.”

“We will work on new maritime testbeds of shipboard operational technology systems for cybersecurity together with Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) and the Centre of Excellence in Maritime Safety, Singapore Polytechnic. There is also much scope for ABS and other class societies to work on standards for maritime electrification and new maritime fuels.”

Manifold Times previously reported MPA entering into three Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) agreements with two green shipping consortiums on the ammonia value-chain – signalling its support for the consumption of ammonia, amongst other material, as a bunker fuel.

One of the MoUs was with the SABRE consortium, comprising ABS, Fleet Management Limited, Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K-Line”), Keppel O&M, A.P. Moller – Maersk A/S, Maersk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping, and Sumitomo Corporation, will work on development works to establish an integrated ammonia supply chain, with the goal to commence ammonia bunkering within this decade.

Related: SMW 2022: MPA inks collaborations to accelerate maritime decarbonisation

 

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Published: 1 March, 2023

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Singapore: Pinnacle Marine’s first B100 fuelled utility boat starts 1,000-hour research trial

Newbuilding operated by Prestige Ocean Pte Ltd will capture data on bunker fuel emissions, marine fuel behaviour, and performance.
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The 50th vessel constructed by local boat builder Pinnacle Marine (Singapore) Pte Ltd, namely President 100, is starting 1,000 hours of real-time research trials in collaboration with several parties from Wednesday (9 July) onwards, it says.

Powered by B100 biodiesel, the newbuilding operated by Prestige Ocean Pte Ltd will capture data on bunker fuel emissions, marine fuel behaviour, and performance.

It will be participating in trials with Maritime Energy & Sustainable Development Centre of Excellence (MESD), Weichai Singapore, China Classification Society, Pacific International Lines (PTE) Ltd, Abo Shoten, Ltd. / 株式会社安保商店 , Abo Singapore, Wilmar International, Gulf Marine, Amspec Testing & Services, and AYK Engineering and Consulting.

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The President 100, Pinnacle Marine’s first full biodiesel utility boat, was launched on Tuesday in the presence of over 100 guests.

“Our latest vessel, President 100, merges legacy and future. Named after our first aluminium boat (“President”) and inspired by B100 biodiesel, it leads the charge for our next 50 vessels — many of which will embrace green technology,” stated Pinnacle Marine in a LinkedIn post.

“The launch was amazing, with strong turnout from across the maritime sector — authorities, shipowners, operators, agencies, chandlers, researchers, offshore engineers, and petrochemical suppliers.”

It added: “We’re excited to see how it paves the way for wider adoption of B100 biodiesel — a cleaner, sustainable path for Singapore’s harbour craft sector.”

 

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Published: 9 July 2025

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BHP awards charter contracts for two ammonia dual-fuelled bulk carriers

BHP continues to work with the maritime industry to develop an ammonia bunkering plan for the two vessels when they are delivered from 2028.

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Global resources company BHP on Wednesday (2 July) signed contracts with COSCO Shipping Bulk Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of COSCO shipping Group (COSCO Shipping) for the charter of two ammonia dual-fuelled Newcastlemax bulk carriers.

The new vessels to be built under this arrangement will be two of only a handful of vessels in the world capable of using ammonia as a bunker fuel.

The two vessels, expected to be delivered from 2028, will primarily transport iron ore from Western Australia to Northeast Asia.

When run on lower or low to zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ammonia, these vessels will be capable of reducing GHG emissions by at least 50% and up to 95% on a per voyage basis compared to a conventionally fuelled voyage.

The five-year time charter contracts are expected to contribute towards a reduction in the GHG emissions intensity of BHP chartered shipping.

BHP continues to work with the maritime industry to develop an ammonia bunkering plan – the process of fuelling ships with ammonia – for the two vessels when they are delivered from 2028.

Sourcing lower and low to zero GHG emissions ammonia is subject to an ongoing tender process.

 

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Published: 9 July 2025

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China: Chimbusco and BJEC enter green methanol cooperation agreement

Document was signed between Ding Lihai, deputy general manager of Chimbusco, and Li Jianjun, deputy general manager of BJEC.
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China Marine Bunker (PetroChina) Co.,Ltd. (Chimbusco) and POWERCHINA Beijing Engineering Corporation Limited (BJEC) on Thursday (3 July) formally entered into a green methanol strategic cooperation framework agreement.

The document was signed between Ding Lihai, deputy general manager of Chimbusco, and Li Jianjun, deputy general manager of BJEC.

BJEC, a subsidiary of China Power Engineering Group, is experienced in the survey, design, construction and technology research and development of large-scale renewable energy projects.

Moving forward, the two parties said they will respectively focus on their core advantages and work together to promote the production, supply, storage and refuelling of green methanol as an energy source to help support the low-carbon transformation of the shipping industry.

Ding Lihai said: “The shipping industry is one of the important sources of global carbon emissions. Promoting low-carbon fuel is the key to the transformation of the industry. As the main force in the supply of bunker fuel, Chimbusco has been committed to expanding its clean fuel supply capacity. The cooperation with BJEC will integrate the advantages of green energy development and fuel supply, accelerate the large-scale application of green methanol, and meet the needs of shipping companies for clean fuel. We look forward to providing effective solutions for the green transformation of the shipping industry through the joint efforts of both parties.”

Li Jianjun said: “Implementing the ‘dual carbon’ goal is an important responsibility of enterprises. BJEC has accumulated strong technical strength in the field of green energy. This cooperation with Chimbusco will focus on the entire industrial chain of green methanol, from raw materials, production to supply, to provide clean and sustainable fuel solutions for the shipping industry. The complementary advantages of both parties will promote the rapid development of the green methanol industry and inject strong impetus into the low-carbon transformation of the shipping industry.”

 

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Published: 8 July 2025

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