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TES and CPC Finland to develop Finnish e-methane production plant

Facility will produce green hydrogen and convert it into over 125,000 mt of e-methane annually, a scalable, drop-in bunker fuel that can decarbonise industrial sectors and maritime transport.
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TES and CPC Finland to develop Finnish e-methane production plant

Tree Energy Solutions (TES) and CPC Finland OY on Thursday (26 June) announced they have established a joint company LUOTO ENERGIA OY that will develop a large-scale project in Finland. 

The project aims to produce electric natural gas (e-NG or e-methane), a green synthetic gas generated from renewable hydrogen and CO2.

The project will have an electrolyser capacity of up to 500 MW and is expected to produce around 60,000 metric tonnes (mt) of green hydrogen that can be converted into over 125,000 mt of e-NG per year. 

The produced green hydrogen may make use of the Nordic Hydrogen Route being developed by Gasgrid Finland, whereas the produced e-NG can be liquefied and then shipped. Both products can be used to serve the European end market as well as international markets to satisfy the growing demand for renewable gases.

The green hydrogen/e-NG production site, spanning 20 hectares, will be located in the new extension area of the Port of Rauma at Iso Järviluoto. The Port of Rauma is one of Finland’s largest ports, situated in the southern part of the Gulf of Bothnia.

The Finnish plant is expected to support the decarbonisation of the maritime and industrial sectors where direct electrification is not suitable. The biogenic CO2 needed for e-NG production will be sourced from Finnish biogenic emitters.

At its peak, the construction phase of the project is expected to create more than 1,000 jobs, providing a significant boost to the regional economy. Once operational, the facility will support approximately 40 permanent high-quality jobs focused on plant operation and maintenance.

Finland has transposed EU RED III into national law and is positioning itself as a pioneer in renewable fuels of non-biological origin (RFNBOs), such as e-NG. Its forward-looking approach to a multi-gas energy system creates a favourable environment for large-scale synthetic fuel projects and reinforces the country’s role in accelerating the energy transition.

Marco Alverà, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of TES, stated: “Launching this landmark project in Finland is a major milestone in the energy transition, enabling us to deliver e-NG to the European market, strengthening its energy independence and accelerating the green transition using existing infrastructure. 

“As a drop-in fuel, e-NG can be used to decarbonise sectors such as steel, shipping and heavy transport.”

By combining green hydrogen and recycled CO2 through the Sabatier process, e-NG is produced. This sustainable synthetic methane, molecularly identical to natural gas, can seamlessly replace fossil molecules and accelerate global decarbonisation by harnessing existing infrastructure. 

e-NG qualifies as a Renewable Fuel of Non-Biological Origin (RNFBO) under EU’s Delegated Acts in the context of its Renewable Energy Directive.

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Published: 30 June, 2025

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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.”

 

Photo credit: Pinnacle Marine (Singapore) Pte Ltd
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.”

 

Photo credit: China Marine Bunker (PetroChina) Co.,Ltd.
Published: 8 July 2025

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