LNG bunkering debut

Galveston Wharves at the Port of Galveston in Texas and Stabilis have signed an MoU to work together to provide turnkey LNG fuelling solutions to marine vessels calling at the Port of Galveston, including identifying suitable dock space for shore-to-ship fuelling operations that are anticipated to begin later this year.

“The Galveston Wharves views LNG fuelling of marine vessels as an important step in our commitment to environmental stewardship,” said Rodger Rees, port director and CEO. “And with the number of LNG-fuelled vessels in the global fleet growing rapidly, having LNG fuelling services in the port is also an important step in our commercial growth. We look forward to working with Stabilis on this project.”

Stabilis will deploy its existing fleet of mobile cryogenic assets, including LNG transportation and distribution equipment, and provide LNG from its liquefaction facilities in Texas and Louisiana to support LNG fuelling operations.

Jim Reddinger, president and CEO of Stabilis, said: “The Port of Galveston is the second LNG marine fueling location (along with the Port of Corpus Christi) that Stabilis will operate on the Gulf Coast.”

Stabilis and the Galveston Wharves hope to attract more LNG-fuelled vessels and encourage additional conversions to LNG fuel.

The public agency that operates the Port of Galveston is officially known as the Board of Trustees of the Galveston Wharves.