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Mærsk christens the world's first large freighter powered by methanol. The second largest liner shipping company in the world wants to put a total of 18 of these ships into service. The “Ane Mærsk” is coming to Hamburg for the first time at the end of March. In addition to methanol, ammonia will also play an important role in future climate-neutral shipping. https://lnkd.in/dP2RuCHA

Did you know that 95% of UK trade is transported via ships? 🚢 That’s a lot of emissions… Until now. A brand new ship has brought hope for a greener future. Arriving at the Port of  Felixstowe, in Suffolk for the first time ever, The Laura Maersk looked almost like any other container ship. But, it was hiding a sustainable secret. The ship can be powered entirely by methanol, which is a non-persistent chemical, able to be broken down in the environment. Because of this, it’s been labelled a more environmentally responsible alternative to traditional shipping.  It’s a big deal to see it reach the UK’s busiest container port for the first time ever. Do you think methanol could help change the future course of shipping? https://lnkd.in/eiQFq_tN #Sustainability #Innovation #Creativity

Exciting News: Maersk Sets Sail Towards a Green Future! I am thrilled to share the latest update from Maersk, a true pioneer in sustainable shipping. Their newly-built 2,100 TEU boxship is now embarking on its maiden voyage from Ulsan, South Korea to Copenhagen, Denmark. This journey of 21,500 km marks a significant milestone as Maersk prepares to receive a fleet of new, large ocean-going methanol-enabled ships in the coming years. During this voyage, Maersk's seafarers will gain valuable operational experience by handling the new engines and utilizing methanol as a fuel source. This serves as a crucial step towards the company's commitment to carbon neutrality. By 2024 and 2025, Maersk plans to add 18 large ocean-going vessels, each with a capacity of 16,000-17,200 TEUs, which will also be methanol-enabled. The introduction of this container vessel signifies the beginning of a new era in shipping, where minimizing greenhouse gas emissions is a top priority. Maersk aims to create a greener future and lead the industry in sustainable practices. To celebrate this significant milestone, Maersk is honored to have Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, as the godmother of their new feeder vessel. In their commitment to sustainability, Maersk has secured green methanol for the ship's maiden voyage. They have partnered with OCI Global, a Dutch producer and distributor of hydrogen-based products, to provide ISCC-certified green biomethanol to power the newbuild. This remarkable development showcases Maersk's dedication to innovation, environmental stewardship, and the pursuit of a carbon-neutral shipping industry. I applaud their efforts and look forward to witnessing the positive impact they will make on our planet. #sustainableshipping #greenfuture #maersk #shipping #logistics #freightforwarding

Logistics #logistics #shipping #shippingworldwide #shippingindustry #carbonfootprint #carbonemissions #methanol Maersk Maersk, one of the world's largest shipping companies, has taken delivery of its first methanol-fueled container ship. The vessel, named the Maersk Antwerp, is the first in a series of seven ships that will be operated on methanol as part of Maersk's efforts to reduce carbon emissions. The ship was delivered by Hyundai Mipo Dockyard in South Korea. With a capacity of 2,100 TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units), the Maersk Antwerp is set to begin its operations in the Baltic Sea. The use of methanol as a fuel is expected to significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional bunker fuels. Maersk aims to achieve its goal of carbon neutrality by 2050, and the adoption of methanol as a marine fuel is a step towards achieving this target. Evergreen Marine Corporation Evergreen Marine, a Taiwanese container shipping company, has entered into a $5 billion agreement to construct 24 methanol-fueled containerships. The vessels will be built by Nihon Shipyard and Samsung Heavy Industries and are scheduled for delivery between 2025 and 2027. By using methanol, a cleaner-burning fuel compared to traditional marine fuels, Evergreen Marine aims to reduce its carbon emissions by up to 20%. The deal aligns with the company's broader commitment to decarbonize its fleet and explore other low-carbon technologies like shore power and battery-powered vessels. The 16,000 TEU-sized vessels will feature methanol dual-fuel engines capable of running on diesel as well, and are expected to operate on Asia-Europe trade routes, covering a range of approximately 10,000 nautical miles. The agreement signifies a significant step for Evergreen Marine in its sustainability endeavors and reflects the growing interest in methanol as a marine fuel. OOCL Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) has introduced a new service called the E4X in the Europe-East Coast South America (EECSA) trade. The service is set to commence on August 16, 2023, and will include ports in Europe, the Mediterranean, and the EECSA region. Operated by four 24,000 TEU vessels, the E4X will offer a transit time of 45 days from Rotterdam to Santos, Brazil. This addition to OOCL's network aims to enhance efficiency and reliability for customers transporting goods between Europe and South America. The E4X will complement the existing E3X service, which continues to serve EECSA ports. OOCL has recently launched several new services in various trade routes, reflecting the company's response to market demand and its commitment to providing comprehensive shipping solutions.

The world's first methanol-powered container ship, the Laura Maersk, has made its historic debut at the Port of Felixstowe. This Danish marvel is a game-changer for global shipping, sporting a greener, sustainable engine running on methanol – a clean, biodegradable chemical. Maersk, the logistics giant behind this innovation, is on a mission to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. Last year, they ordered a fleet of methanol-enabled vessels to carry 16,000 containers each, sourced from a US-based facility turning landfill biogas into methanol. With container ships contributing up to 3% of global CO2 emissions, this revolutionary step is a breath of fresh air for the industry. Shipping accounts for 95% of UK trade, making decarbonisation essential. The future of sustainable shipping is here, setting sail from Felixstowe! What do you think of this green development? https://lnkd.in/emkdqjSt #engineering #supplychain #logistics

The Low Countries showing high ambitions on CO2 transport & storage! Last week, I was nagging that Belgium should be more ambitious in the #energytransition. Last Thursday in Antwerp, Belgium and The Netherlands, signed a Memorandum of Understanding on cross-border transport and storage of CO2. Belgium already entered a similar MoU with Norway earlier this year. More importantly; Denmark, Flanders and Belgium concluded in September 2022 a specific arrangement, which makes it possible to transport CO2 between the two countries with the purpose of permanent geological storage. Cross-border collaboration will be crucial to help accelerate the #CCS industry in Europe. Large CO2 emitters in Belgium and Germany don’t have access to CO2 storage sites in their own countries. They will have to be connected to Dutch, Danish and Norwegian storage sites in the North Sea. Decarbonization of industry through #CCS won’t happen without an interconnected European CO2 transport network. Great to see that Belgium is showing leadership on this matter, signing agreements with other North Sea countries. First, important steps in becoming a CO2 transport hub for the rest of industrial Europe. #CCUS #RoadToNetZero https://lnkd.in/d4sqTUtE

Today we write history! First important step on our net zero emissions 2040 journey!

This week's Carbon Emissions Index (CEI) ranking covers Mediterranean - US East Coast, which sees Hamburg Süd taking the top spot. With an impressive 96.7 points, it outranks the average score for this trade lane by 11.0%. This is an especially notable result, as Med - USEC remains one of only three routes among Xeneta's top 13 trades to release more CO2 per tonne of transported cargo compared to Q1 2018. What's the secret to this Carrier's success? Read our latest blog to find out. https://hubs.ly/Q022GWQK0 #shipping #oceanshipping #supplychain #carbonemissions #greenshipping #oceanfreight

#shipping continues to get #greener as CEI improves Ocean Network Express (ONE) the most CO2 efficient carrier on the highest number of trades during second quarter Xeneta, Marine Benchmark, A.P. Moller - Maersk, #Xeneta #MarineBenchmark #CarbonEmissionsIndex #CEI #OceanNetworkExpress #ONE #Evergreen #Maersk #HMM

It is so good to see that Methanol is starting to be taken seriously as a fuel for our transport industries. Production of methanol using carbon capture and renewable energy has the potential to decarbonise massive sectors of industry. Carbon Neutral Petrol Ltd's patented electrolyser has the potential to massively cut costs of e-methanol production, helping to turn e-fuels from an experimental technique into a mainstream technology. We just have to act swiftly and decisively before it's too late. https://lnkd.in/eHVrxD4z