Newbuilding operated by Prestige Ocean Pte Ltd will capture data on bunker fuel emissions, marine fuel behaviour, and performance.
BHP continues to work with the maritime industry to develop an ammonia bunkering plan for the two vessels when they are delivered from 2028.
Document was signed between Ding Lihai, deputy general manager of Chimbusco, and Li Jianjun, deputy general manager of BJEC.
‘Towngas has recently completed a 6,000-tonne green methanol bunkering project, the largest in Asia,” said its Chief Operating Officer – Green Fuel and Chemicals.
New regulations will require investment for decarbonisation to take place, states Arsenio Dominguez.
Vessel is the first bulk carrier in the NYK Group to be equipped with a dual-fuel engine that uses methanol and fuel oil.
Pilot has generated crucial real-world data and best practices for future ammonia bunkering operations globally.
Concept design was optimised to achieve the required safety level while also limiting reductions in cargo capacity.
‘We enter the next quarter with real momentum and expect to achieve several important operational milestones,’ states CEO.
Partnership will focus on development of a methanol bunkering system and enhancing methanol export capabilities.
