Astrid Mærsk arrives in Shanghai for first green methanol bunkering in China

In China, Maersk said its methanol-enabled vessel “Astrid Mærsk” arrived at Yangshan port in Shanghai, for the first green methanol bunkering with simultaneous cargo and bunkering operations in China. 

This achievement was made possible in partnership with the Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG). 

“Astrid Mærsk” sailed from Yokohama, Japan to Shanghai after having its naming ceremony in early April. It is the second of Maersk’s 18 large methanol-enabled vessels, scheduled for delivery between 2024 and 2025.

“We are thrilled to partner with Maersk in our joint pursuit of this ambitious goal of decarbonization. Maersk and SIPG have responded to the new trend of the industries’ green and low-carbon development, and have conducted fruitful cooperation in this field. Today, the first green methanol bunkering with simultaneous operation for a large ocean-going vessel at Shanghai port marks a new milestone between the two parties. It will undoubtedly enhance the strength of the Shanghai port to establish it as a major regional hub for green methanol fuel bunkering,” said Jinshan Gu, Chairman of Shanghai International Port Group.

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