IBIA, Green Marine ink deal to deliver methanol bunker training
In the UK, IBIA said it has signed a cooperation agreement with Green Marine to deliver methanol bunker training.
The cooperation agreement aims to provide for existing and future crew operating on bunker tankers and bunker surveyors are competent and ready for methanol bunkering on a larger scale. The plan is to commence the training in Singapore first and expanding globally in 2024.
In the first instance, IBIA and Green Marine have worked together with the crew from the supplying tanker and the bunker surveyors involved in the methanol bunkering pilot in Singapore, identifying and plugging the training gaps and competency needs prior to the pilot.
“IBIA’s strategic focus on training is driven by the impending transformative changes in the maritime industry, especially concerning alternative fuel options for achieving environmental targets by 2030 and 2050. We are committed to equipping our members with essential knowledge and skills to navigate this evolving landscape successfully. Our exciting partnership with Green Marine allows us to expand bunker-related courses, enriching educational opportunities,” said Timothy Cosulich, chair of IBIA.
Category: Fuels
