Q&A: LNG-to-H2 a pragmatic path to decarbonise shipping

Australian project developer Pilbara Clean Fuels (PCF) and marine fuels firm Oceania Marine Energy are working with classification society RINA on an “end-to-end” low-carbon LNG production and marine bunkering project at Port Hedland in Western Australia that provides a path to zero emissions for the adoption of LNG as a marine fuel.

QatarEnergy to build 18 of largest ever LNG vessels in China under $6bn deal

QatarEnergy seals a $6bn deal with China for the construction of 18 mega LNG vessels, marking the industry’s largest single shipbuilding contract.

Laying out the cards on LNG as a liner option

As container companies continue a record spell of new ship contracting, fuel choice is a key challenge.

BioLNG progressing as a marine fue

Gasum’s bioLNG supply deal with Hapag-Lloyd marks a step forward in shipping’s decarbonisation journey, leveraging renewable fuel to reduce lifecycle emissions.

Methane slip being eliminated as LNG uptake accelerates

Significant progress is being made to eradicate methane slip as uptake of the LNG pathway accelerates, and this is worth underlining. With continued collaborative efforts across the value chain, methane slip will be eliminated for all engine technologies within the decade.

In conversation with IMO secretary general Arsenio Dominguez ahead of MEPC 82

What is the role of LNG as a transition fuel and how does fit with the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) ambitions and regulations?

LNG retrofits surge as maritime industry seeks short-term carbon reduction solutions

Lloyd’s Register’s (LR) latest Engine Retrofit Report reveals that while the maritime industry has made strides in its ability to execute ship engine retrofits for alternative fuels, a critical lack of supply-side incentives threatens to delay progress.