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VINSSEN hydrogen fuel cell system to be installed on RoRo ship “Penguin Tenacity” in Singapore 

Firm successfully tested and delivered a hydrogen fuel cell system for a trial project involving key industry partners including Shell Singapore and Seatrium.

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VINSSEN hydrogen fuel cell system to be installed on RoRo ship “Penguin Tenacity” in Singapore

Maritime fuel cell technology provider VINSSEN Co., Ltd., on Monday (11 December) said it has successfully tested and delivered a hydrogen fuel cell system for a trial project involving several key industry partners.

The hydrogen fuel cell system has been delivered from Korea and will be installed on the RoRo vessel, Penguin Tenacity, in Singapore. 

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VINSSEN is collaborating with Shell Singapore Pte. Ltd. (Shell) as the project sponsor, Seatrium Limited as the project developer, Penguin International Limited as the owner and operator of the vessel, and Air Liquide Singapore Private Limited as the hydrogen supplier.

“This project is a pilot to test the use of hydrogen fuel cells in maritime applications, marking the first step in confirming feasibility of hydrogen as a marine fuel,” VINSSEN said in a statement. 

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VINSSEN signed a contract with Shell in 2022 to supply the hydrogen fuel cell for the project. A number of checks have been conducted, including HAZID (Hazard Identification), HAZOP (Hazard and Operability), and FMECA (Failure Mode and Effects, Criticality Analysis). Safety verification was performed for the installation of the hydrogen fuel cell system, and the project's hazard confirmation evaluation and roadmap check have also been completed.

The main components of the hydrogen fuel cell system delivered by VINSSEN comprise Fuel Cell Module (FCM), Integrated Converter Module (ICM), Lithium-Ion Battery (LIB), and Transformer (TR) for vessel auxiliary power generation. The system will be used for operations in Singapore for one year, commencing in 2024 and is a project to convert data from operations into real-time data to verify stability and performance.

VINSSEN plans to deploy manpower directly to the Singapore shipyard to install, integrate, and inspect the hydrogen fuel cell system. 

The Fuel Cell System has completed all drawing inspections and factory product tests to undergo classification inspection with Bureau Veritas (BV). An inspection report will be issued upon completion of final commissioning and testing onboard the vessel.

Related: Bureau Veritas, Vinssen, NTU Singapore in MOU to develop hydrogen-fuelled vessels
Related: VINSSEN launches hydrogen fuel cell vessel demonstration project in Korea

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Published: 14 December, 2023

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Canada invests up to $30 million to support Green Shipping Corridor Program

Invests in three maritime projects based in Quebec, prioritising shore power technology to reduce emissions.

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The Minister of Public Services and Procurement Canada and Quebec Lieutenant, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, on behalf of the President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, on Friday (8 November) announced up to $30 million for three projects based in Quebec, according to Transport Canada.

This funding, provided under the Green Shipping Corridor Program, will help reduce the environmental impacts of the marine sector. This funding will:

  • invest in the electrification of cargo ships;
  • prioritise shore power technology to reduce emissions; and
  • help accelerate the launch of the next generation of clean ships.

The Green Shipping Corridor Program is part of Canada’s strategy to decarbonise the marine sector.

“The Port of Quebec plays a vital role in our economy, creating good, well-paying jobs in the Quebec region, and opening us up to the international markets of our American allies and the world. Today’s announcement will help strengthen the maritime sector and reduce its impact on the environment,” said the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement Canada and Quebec Lieutenant.

“It’s now more important than ever to protect our planet and build a greener economy for Quebecers and Canadians. By investing in green technologies at our ports, we’re reducing emissions, supporting sustainable jobs, promoting economic growth, and setting a new standard for environmental stewardship in Quebec's maritime sector,” noted the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport.

 

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Published: 12 November 2024

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Methanol Institute: Advancements in methanol bunkering and alternative fuel infrastructure (Week 44, 28 Oct to 3 Nov 2024)

This week, the maritime industry saw advancements in methanol as a marine fuel including upcoming newbuild methanol-fuelled vessels and South Korea’s methanol bunkering milestone.

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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:

One of the key enablers identified by the Methanol Institute as key to the wider uptake of green fuels is bunkering infrastructure to reflect the growing orders for new ships designed to use methanol now and in the future. The further growth in methanol-fuelled orders reported below is exceeded only by the growth in green fuel production and marine bunkering activity in players who wish to realise the opportunity to serve a new generation of sustainable vessels.

Methanol marine fuel related developments for Week 44 of 2024:

Wan Hai Lines Orders Eight Methanol-Ready Container Ships from Hyundai and Samsung

Date: October 29, 2024

Key Points: Wan Hai Lines has ordered eight methanol-ready container ships, each with a capacity of 16,000 TEU, to support future green fuel usage. The order includes four vessels from HD Hyundai Samho and four from Samsung Heavy Industries, with an estimated price range of $186.49-204 million per vessel. The methanol-ready design includes larger storage capabilities to accommodate methanol bunkering. These ships can be converted to methanol either during construction or after delivery, marking a strategic move by Wan Hai Lines towards sustainable shipping options.

Sinopec Completes Record Methanol Bunkering Operation for Maersk in China

Date: October 29, 2024

Key Points: Sinopec has successfully completed China’s largest methanol bunkering operation, supplying nearly 938 tonnes of methanol to the Maersk Halifax at Zhoushan Xinya Shipyard on October 13, 2024. This landmark operation marks a significant development in Sinopec’s methanol bunkering capabilities, achieved through innovative logistics and a custom-developed methanol fueling unit. Sinopec now aims to provide regular methanol supply and expand ship-to-ship fueling services, positioning itself as a leader in clean energy for maritime vessels.

Danone Joins Maersk’s ECO Delivery Programme to Reduce GHG Emissions in Shipping

Date: October 29, 2024

Key Points: Danone has joined Maersk’s ECO Delivery programme to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in its shipping operations. The programme allocates Danone’s shipments to vessels using biofuels derived from waste feedstocks, such as biodiesel and bio-methanol, which reduce GHG emissions by over 40% compared to traditional fossil fuels. This partnership aligns with Danone’s decarbonization strategy focused on alternative fuels and multimodal transport, furthering its commitment to sustainable logistics in collaboration with Maersk.

Maersk Secures Long-Term Bio-Methanol Supply Deal with Longi Green Energy

Date: October 30, 2024

Key Points: Maersk has entered a long-term supply agreement with Longi Green Energy Technology to secure bio-methanol for its expanding dual-fuel methanol fleet. The agreement, extending well into the next decade, will see bio-methanol produced from agricultural residues, such as straw and fruit tree cuttings, at a facility in Xu Chang, China. The first volumes are expected in 2026, supporting Maersk’s global alternative fuels portfolio and advancing its decarbonization strategy through the adoption of bio- and e-methanol.

South Korea Aims to Lead Global Eco-Bunker Fuel Market with Major Methanol Bunkering Milestone

Date: October 30, 2024

Key Points: South Korea has taken significant steps toward becoming a global leader in eco-friendly bunker fuels, successfully completing its first ship-to-ship methanol bunkering operation. Conducted at Busan New Port on October 4, the operation saw Maersk’s Antonia Maersk refuel with 3,000 tonnes of methanol from Hyodong Shipping’s vessel. The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries (MOF) is enhancing bunkering infrastructure, securing vessels, and standardizing procedures for green fuels, including methanol and LNG. This progress supports South Korea’s goal to position its ports, particularly Busan, as central hubs for sustainable maritime fuel.

Methanol Integral to Design of Eco-Friendly VLCC by Japanese Consortium

Date: October 31, 2024

Key Points: A Japanese consortium, including Idemitsu Tanker, IINO Lines, NYK, and Nihon Shipyard, has completed the design concept for Japan's first eco-friendly Malacca Max VLCC (Very Large Crude Carrier) utilizing methanol as a primary fuel. The vessel will feature a dual-fuel engine capable of running on methanol and conventional fuels, with a shaft generator for energy efficiency. Additionally, the design includes an optional wind propulsion system, aiming to meet the Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) Phase 3 regulations by reducing CO2 emissions by over 40%. This development highlights Japan’s efforts to lead in sustainable vessel design.

CMA CGM Expands Alternative Fuel Options with Synthetic LNG and Methanol Bunkering in Morocco

Date: November 1, 2024

Key Points: CMA CGM has partnered with Marsa Maroc to equip and operate part of the Nador West Med container terminal in Morocco, enabling bunkering of synthetic LNG and methanol. This joint venture aims to increase the terminal’s throughput to 1.2 million TEU annually and position it as a hub for green fuel in the Mediterranean. Supported by Morocco’s growing green hydrogen sector, the terminal is expected to offer synthetic methane and methanol, serving CMA CGM’s fleet of dual-fuel vessels and reinforcing the region’s commitment to sustainable maritime fuels.

 

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Published: 7 November, 2024

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Maersk secures bio-methanol bunker fuel supply from China’s LONGi

With the addition of LONGi Green Energy Technology volumes, Maersk is making progress in securing enough methanol for its owned dual-fuel methanol fleet.

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Maersk secures bio-methanol bunker fuel supply from China’s LONGi

Danish shipping giant A.P. Moller - Maersk (Maersk) on Wednesday (30 November) said it has entered into a long-term bio-methanol offtake agreement with China’s LONGi Green Energy Technology (LONGi). 

The agreement will contribute to lowering GHG emissions from Maersk’s growing fleet of dual-fuel methanol container vessels. The first volumes of bio-methanol from LONGi are expected in 2026.

Rabab Raafat Boulos, Chief Operating Officer, A.P. Moller - Maersk, said: “Bio- and e-methanol continues to be the most promising alternative shipping fuels to scale up in this decade, and the agreement with LONGi serves as a testament to this.”

“Global shipping’s main net-zero challenge is the price gap between fossil fuels and the alternatives with lower greenhouse gas emissions. We continue to strongly urge the International Maritime Organization’s member states to level the playing field by adopting a global green fuel standard and an ambitious pricing mechanism which the industry urgently needs.”

With the addition of the LONGi volumes, Maersk is making progress in securing enough methanol for its owned dual-fuel methanol fleet of which seven vessels are already in operation. Maersk’s combined methanol offtake agreements now meet more than 50% of the dual-fuel methanol fleet demand in 2027.

The agreement has evolved out of Maersk’s growing global alternative fuels portfolio of which several other methanol projects are currently in advanced stages of maturity.

Emma Mazhari, Head of Energy Markets at A.P. Moller - Maersk, said: “While we believe that the future of global logistics will see several pathways to net-zero, this agreement underscores the continued momentum for methanol projects that are pursued by ambitious developers across markets.” 

“China continues to play a pioneering role, and it is encouraging to also see strong market developments in other geographies as well. One example is the US where we are engaging closely with several promising projects.”

The agreement with LONGi delivers bio-methanol produced at a facility in Xu Chang, Central China. The bio-methanol is produced from residues (straw and fruit tree cuttings). It will meet Maersk’s methanol sustainability requirements including at least 65% reductions in GHG emissions on a lifecycle basis compared to fossil fuels.

 

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Published: 5 November, 2024

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