Portsmouth rolls out mobile LNG bunkering

The Brittany Ferries’ electric-hybrid vessel, Saint-Malo, received LNG bunkering from Optimus, a bunkering barge operated by Titan Clean Fuels. 

“We’ve worked hard to make sure we can bring safe and efficient LNG bunkering to our customers, including visits to other LNG operations in Europe, and employing independent expert consultants,” said Ben McInnes, harbour master, Portsmouth International Port.

“As well as our goals to be carbon net-neutral by 2030 and emissions free by 2050, we’re also committed to improving air quality for those who live and work in Portsmouth, which we can do by providing LNG.

Strategic refuelling

The bunkering milestone at Portsmouth follows the signing of a long-term supply agreement between Titan and Brittany Ferries.

Gregoire Hartig, commercial director at Titan, added: “With Brittany Ferries leading the way, we’re proud to supply LNG and BioLNG, helping the maritime industry meet tightening environmental regulations.”

Portsmouth International Port now offers LNG bunkering to all customers, supporting its goals to be carbon net-neutral by 2030 and emissions-free by 2050. 

In addition to LNG, Portsmouth will soon introduce shore power capabilities, allowing compatible vessels to connect to clean electricity while docked. This will further reduce emissions at the port and support the transition to greener shipping.