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Glovis dual fuel LNG RORO carrier docks at HIP The LNG (liquefied natural gas) dual-fuel RORO vessel Glovis Selene made its maiden call at the Hambantota International Port (HIP) last week, unloading 627 CEUs (Car Equivalent Units) and loading 934 CEUs bound for the Persian Gulf. This marks the second time a dual-fuel LNG vessel has docked at HIP, highlighting the port’s capacity to accommodate next-generation vessels. The Glovis Selene, measuring 200 metres in length, 38 metres in width, and a draft of 8.6 metres, features 12 vehicle stowage decks with a carrying capacity of 7,000 CEU’s. Commissioned in September 2024, this vessel is part of the latest addition to the LNG dual-fuel fleet of South Korean shipping giant Hyundai Glovis, ranked amongst the 3 Largest RORO Shipping Companies in 2023 by Daily Logistics. Apart from being a key RORO volume contributor to Sri Lanka overall, Glovis plays a vital role in sustaining high volumes at HIP. LNG-powered vessels are increasingly central to sustainable maritime operations, blending environmental responsibility with fuel efficiency and modern resource management. Many LNG carriers now rely on LNG fuel for both propulsion and auxiliary power, aligning with international environmental standards such as the IMO’s global sulphur cap. This transition significantly cuts emissions of sulphur oxides (SOx), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter (PM), enabling shipowners to meet stringent environmental regulations and support global decarbonization efforts. As the use of LNG-fueled tankers expands, they will become more central to sustainable and efficient maritime operations worldwide. Following its call at HIP, the Glovis Selene will continue on to Port Jebel Ali in Dubai, UAE. Source : https://lnkd.in/eVrNmaCw #GreenShipsAtHIP #FinanceInsights  #FinanceNews

🌍 Northern Lights JV’s LNG-Powered LCO2 Carrier Ready for Delivery ⚓ The Northern Lights JV—a collaboration between Equinor, Shell, TotalEnergies, and Japan’s "K" Line LNG Shipping (UK) Limited is ready for delivery. The world’s first LNG-powered LCO2 carrier, Northern Pioneer, is ready for delivery, following a ceremony at China’s DSIC🚢 The Northern Pioneer is just the beginning—its sister ship, Northern Pathfinder, is already in the pipeline, with two additional LNG-powered LCO2 carriers expected by 2026. Featuring wind-assisted propulsion and air lubrication systems, these vessels are designed to minimize carbon intensity. Northern Lights is setting a new standard in global carbon transport and storage. 💡 #Sustainability #Decarbonization #LNGInnovation #CarbonCapture

Suardiaz Group is a pioneer in Spain to incorporate a dual-fuel LNG powered 'PCTC' vessel SUARDIAZ Shipping Lines, one of the first RoRo Car Carrier in Europe, has reached a collaboration agreement with EPS (Eastern Pacific Shipping), leading shipping company committed to sustainable and technological growth in the sector, This ensures the availability of tonnage to meet the needs of your current and future lines. The first milestone of this agreement is the incorporation of a 'PCTC' ship powered by dual-fuel (LNG) liquefied natural gas (LNG) engines with a load capacity of 5,500 CEUs. Delivery of the new construction is planned for the second quarter of 2027. The new vessel will improve service to the automotive sector’s long-standing customers. Likewise, its large dimensions for vehicles and High & Heavy will improve the offer for all customers, as well as forwarders and traders, from northern Europe to northern Africa and in other lines according to market demand. SUARDIAZ Group becomes a pioneer in Spain by incorporating a dual-fuel LNG-powered 'PCTC' vessel into its fleet. It is also a further example of the company’s commitment to maritime transport by adding this new asset to the ships of the SUARDIAZ Shipping Lines division that recently incorporated the m/v Asturias. In total, the division transports more than 25,000 trailers, 270,000 vehicles and 85,000 tons of project machinery and cargo per year on current routes. Source : Suardiaz (free translation) ------- Suardiaz Group becomes Spain's pioneer with dual fuel LNG PCTC vessel https://lnkd.in/eKmCt97D

🚢 KOGAS Successfully Concludes Korea’s First SIMOPS LNG Bunkering 🎉 We are excited to share that Korea Gas Corporation(KOGAS), through its subsidiary Korea LNG Bunkering Co., Ltd. (KOLB), has achieved a landmark milestone by completing Korea’s very first Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS) LNG bunkering! 🌟 This significant accomplishment was carried out using the LNG bunkering dedicated vessel, Blue Whale, and marks a major advancement in Korea’s LNG bunkering industry. On August 8th, KOLB efficiently supplied LNG to the CMA CGM VISBY while it was simultaneously unloading containers at Busan New Port. ⛴️🔄 This innovative SIMOPS approach not only optimizes docking time but also reduces operational costs, setting a new benchmark for LNG bunkering operations. 👏 Highlights of the Operation: First SIMOPS LNG Bunkering in Korea 🇰🇷 300 tons of LNG delivered via Ship-to-Ship (STS) transfer 🌊⛽ Successful collaboration with industry leaders, including the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries and Busan Port Authority 🤝 This milestone underscores KOLB’s leadership in the industry and its commitment to advancing sustainable and eco-friendly marine fuel solutions. 🌍🌿 #KOGAS #LNGBunkering #ShippingInnovation #Maritime #EcoFriendly #Sustainability #BunkeringNews #Bunkering #BunkerMarket #Energy #Shipping #Maritime #Shipowner #Decarbonization #EnergyTransition #Ports #MarineFuel https://lnkd.in/dcdUPfDj

🌊📈 K Line Expands LNG Fleet with Ambitious 2030 Vision 🚢💨 Japan’s K Line is advancing its LNG fleet expansion strategy, aiming for 75+ LNG carriers by fiscal 2030. As of September 2024, the company operates 46 LNG carriers—44 owned or co-owned and two chartered. With 20 LNG carriers on order, including deliveries in 2025 and 2026, K Line is on track to meet surging global LNG demand. Notably, K Line has partnered with QatarEnergy to build four 174,000-cbm LNG carriers with Hanwha Ocean for $920 million, boosting its fleet for Qatar’s massive LNG expansion program. Beyond LNG carriers, K Line is driving sustainability, adding LNG-powered vessels to its fleet. The company recently welcomed Poseidon Highway, a dual-fuel PCTC, and aims to have 40 LNG-powered ships by 2030 🌏⚡ #Sustainability #LNG #EnergyTransition #ShippingInnovation

Congratulations to SEA-LNG member TotalEnergies on chartering an LNG Bunker Vessel (LNGBV) from Ibaizabal Group. Total Energies’ Louise Tricoire commented that the company is committed to playing its part in “responding to the sector’s increasing demand for this fuel (LNG) which can help global shipping meet its decarbonisation ambitions,” supporting the continued growth of the existing LNG bunkering infrastructure. Ship-to-ship bunkering, driven by the global rollout of LNGBVs, has seen significant growth in recent years. Recently, SEA-LNG members have acted as industry first-movers to expand LNGBVs globally in key bunkering hubs such as Japan, Korea, Singapore, the US East Coast and Gulf of Mexico, NW Europe and the Mediterranean. Today, LNG Bunkering is now available in 185 ports, with an additional 50 being added next year. The bunkering vessel fleet has increased from a single vessel in 2010 to 60 in operation today, with a further 13 on order and significant interest in the maritime community to continue to invest in these important assets. To read more about Total Energies’ latest LNGV, click the link below to Schiff&Hafen | Ship&Offshore: https://lnkd.in/eWXsK7fw #shipsandshipping #decarbonisation #LNG

V.Ships to manage X-Press methanol dual fuel feeders The manager will take up technical management of the 1,170 teu container vessels which will be deployed in Europe under the French flag. The ships will all be delivered by September 2024, with the first arriving in summer. X-Press Feeders recently announced the launch of a green corridor which the vessels will serve, using green methanol on two routes: Rotterdam-Antwerp Bruges-Riga-Klaipeda-Rotterdam and Rotterdam-Antwerp Bruges-Helsinki-Tallinn-Kotka. The services will begin in the third quarter 2024. Evergreen Marine signed a memorandum of agreement with X-Press Feeders in February to place Evergreen containers on the new X-Press dual fuel methanol vessels. V.Ships France said it currently manages six dual fuel vessels - three LPG and three LNG - including two LNG bunker vessels, for which they also manage the LNG bunkering operations. https://bit.ly/3UrX40i #methanol #marine #cleanfuel #renewable #alternativefuel #energytransition #efuel #sustainable

PIL accelerates fleet renewal with order for five more LNG dual-fuel vessels. Pacific International Lines (PIL) is accelerating the renewal of its fleet with an order for another five 9,000 TEU liquefied natural gas (LNG) dual-fuel container vessels. The vessels will be built by one of China’s leading shipbuilders, Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding (Group) Co., LTD (Hudong-Zhonghua), with delivery expected in 2027 and 2028.     The new 9,000-TEU vessels are designed with highly-optimised cargo stowage features which will significantly enhance PIL’s service capabilities. They will also be built to achieve a high level of environmental sustainability. In addition to being LNG powered, the vessels have the capability to transition to running on bio-methane, one of the lowest emission fuels available to the shipping industry today.   “With 18 newbuild vessels ordered in the last couple of years, PIL is demonstrating our commitment to renew, expand and modernise our fleet,” said Mr Lars Kastrup, CEO of PIL. “Our aim is to replace up to half our fleet in the next decade with modern new ships and charters. These ships are a significant step towards our green shipping goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050, while increasing operational and cost efficiencies, improving services to our customers as well as enhancing the welfare of our crew.”   Earlier this year in August, PIL had also ordered five LNG dual-fuel container vessels with 13,000 TEU capacity from Hudong-Zhonghua. Similar to the earlier orders, these new vessels will also be equipped with the latest in digital technologies. These include Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) for real-time monitoring and automation of various tasks. The enhanced digital capabilities will enable better route planning and cargo management, ensuring timely and reliable service to customers.    With this latest order, PIL will have ordered a total of 18 newbuild vessels since 2022. These include four 14,000 TEU, four 8,000 TEU, five 13,000 TEU and five 9,000 TEU vessels, said a release.   Source: Singapore, Nov. 5,2024.

V.Ships to manage X-Press methanol dual fuel feeders The manager will take up technical management of the 1,170 teu container vessels which will be deployed in Europe under the French flag. The ships will all be delivered by September 2024, with the first arriving in summer. X-Press Feeders recently announced the launch of a green corridor which the vessels will serve, using green methanol on two routes: Rotterdam-Antwerp Bruges-Riga-Klaipeda-Rotterdam and Rotterdam-Antwerp Bruges-Helsinki-Tallinn-Kotka. The services will begin in the third quarter 2024. Evergreen Marine signed a memorandum of agreement with X-Press Feeders in February to place Evergreen containers on the new X-Press dual fuel methanol vessels. V.Ships France said it currently manages six dual fuel vessels - three LPG and three LNG - including two LNG bunker vessels, for which they also manage the LNG bunkering operations. https://bit.ly/3UrX40i #methanol #marine #cleanfuel #renewable #alternativefuel #energytransition #efuel #sustainable

V.Ships to manage X-Press methanol dual fuel feeders The manager will take up technical management of the 1,170 teu container vessels which will be deployed in Europe under the French flag. The ships will all be delivered by September 2024, with the first arriving in summer. X-Press Feeders recently announced the launch of a green corridor which the vessels will serve, using green methanol on two routes: Rotterdam-Antwerp Bruges-Riga-Klaipeda-Rotterdam and Rotterdam-Antwerp Bruges-Helsinki-Tallinn-Kotka. The services will begin in the third quarter 2024. Evergreen Marine signed a memorandum of agreement with X-Press Feeders in February to place Evergreen containers on the new X-Press dual fuel methanol vessels. V.Ships France said it currently manages six dual fuel vessels - three LPG and three LNG - including two LNG bunker vessels, for which they also manage the LNG bunkering operations. https://bit.ly/3UrX40i #methanol #marine #cleanfuel #renewable #alternativefuel #energytransition #efuel #sustainable