Pilot of Methanol truck-to-ship bunkering

A detailed description of the technical features of a methanol bunker tank trailer will be prepared as part of this pilot. This technical definition would then guide the procurement of the tank trailer.

The procured tank trailer would then be used to pilot test methanol bunkering at the some of the partner ports at Helsinki, Tallinn, Ventspils, and Klaipeda, subject to availability of a suitable vessel and price agreements for bunkering. Thereby the feasibility of the methanol truck-to-ship bunkering will be piloted in real-life scenarios in different port settings. The multiple frameworks also ensure the actual regulatory- and safety set-up are checked against potential updates with respect to truck to vessel methanol bunkering enabling a future operation. Finally, the adapted specifications- and operational recommendations will be prepared and made available.

Based on the real-life bunkering tests of active methanol fuelling of seagoing vessels, a comprehensive understanding about the following is created:

• Proper operational (port) procedures and technical aspects,
• Check of interference with port’s safety regulations,
• Economical and regulative/legislative/ taxation topics.

Regular updates will be shared here as the project evolves and produces outcomes. Should you require any further information in the meantime, please contact the lead partner or the communications manager.

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