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Why did Shanghai port choose green methanol for bunkering?

"The decision by international shipowners to utilize domestically produced green methanol for bunkering in the Chinese port undoubtedly signifies a significant milestone in Shanghai Port's efforts to establish a global green refueling station for international vessels," said Luo Wenbin, managing director of Shanghai SIPG Energy Service Co.

Which methanol bunkering vessel carries a load of HMM Green?

The methanol bunkering vessel Hai Gang Zhi Yuan, operated by Shanghai SIPG Energy Service Co, conducted simultaneous bunkering operations for the Republic of Korea vessel HMM Green on March 29, with an estimated load of approximately 2,900 metric tons of green methanol alongside container handling operations.

How many methanol bunkering vessels does Shanghai port have?

Currently, Shanghai Port operates two LNG bunkering vessels and one methanol bunkering vessel, with plans to add one more of each soon. In 2023, SIPG also signed a to explore green methanol fuel vessel-to-vessel bunkering operation after the delivery of Maersk’s green methanol container vessels in 2024.

What is the first Green methanol bunkering in China?

Shipping giant A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) the first green methanol bunkering with simultaneous cargo and bunkering operations in China, involving its containership Astrid Maersk. Hai Gang Zhi Yuan is the first methanol bunkering vessel in the port.