LNG supply options

As well as assess the bunker requirements for globally-trading bulk carriers, tankers and container vessels.

Project Forward has developed a technically feasible and commercially viable design for ocean going, deep sea vessels powered by LNG fuel. It is being led by Arista Shipping and includes the resources of ABS, Deltamarin, GTT and Wärtsilä.

“Merchant shipping is under increased pressure of tight regulations on emissions from a range of sources and this will continue in future,” said Alexander P Panagopulos, Arista Shipping principal.

He added: “LNG is a cleaner burning marine fuel for shipping which can help ship owners and operators to reduce emissions of CO2, sulphur, particulates and nitrogen oxides.”

As one of the leaders in the current LNG industry, Shell is taking steps to prepare LNG bunkering infrastructure at different ports around the globe that will accelerate the widespread adoption of LNG as a marine fuel.

One example of this is the Gas Access to Europe LNG terminal in the Netherlands, where Shell gained access to import and break bulk capacity allowing the company to supply LNG to marine and road transport customers in northwest Europe.