Tsuneishi Shipbuilding: 'World's first' methanol dual-fuel Ultramax bulker is here
Japan’s Tsuneishi Shipbuilding has delivered the “world’s first” methanol dual-fuel Ultramax bulk carrier, Green Future.
The 65,700 dwt vessel, featuring a length of 199 meters and a breadth of 32.25 meters, was delivered on May 13 and will be chartered by NYK Bulk & Projects Carriers, an NYK Group company, from Kambara Kisen.
According to the shipbuilder, the newbuild embodies characteristics of Tsuneishi’s TESS666 Aeroline design, known as the largest class of Ultramax category with Panamax breadth, while promising more sustainable operations using methanol as a fuel.
Specifically, the vessel is said to be able to reduce emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx) by up to 80%, sulfur oxides (SOx) by up to 99%, and carbon dioxide (CO2) by up to 10% compared to conventional heavy fuel oil.
The methanol fuel tank has been positioned to maximise safety and facilitate smooth cargo handling
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