LNG Bunkering Infrastructure Will Be Helpful In Transferring Zero-Carbon Fuels To A Facility Or A Vessel
LNG Bunkering |
LNG Bunkering is an important process
that involves the transfer of liquefied natural gas from one source to another.
The transfer is made through the use of dry break coupling, a valve arrangement
that allows liquid flow to shut off.
LNG
Bunkering applications are
characterized by the presence of multiple stakeholders. These applications may
involve private companies as well as government or regulatory agencies. The
International Maritime Organization (IMO) has announced a new sulphur content
limit for marine fuel in January 2020. This means that ships must use cleaner
fuels.
Several countries have been building port LNG Bunkering stations. This
infrastructure can be used to supply zero-carbon fuels, as well as liquefied
synthetic methane. This can help the shipping industry transition to a decarbonized
model. It can be used to supply land-based fueling trucks. The infrastructure
can also supply liquefied biomethane.
The uses of LNG
Bunkering in the shipping industry have been increasing rapidly in the past
few years. The reasons behind this include the rising demand for clean and
stable fuels and the environmental benefits that LNG has to offer.
Ship-to-ship bunkering is expected to gain substantial
revenues. These ships have high capacity and the fast transfer operations. There
are three main ways to use LNG as a marine fuel. Firstly, ships can bunker from
shore-based tank trucks, secondly, ships can use port LNG Bunkering stations and thirdly, ships can use truck-to-ship
bunkering. Depending on the type of filling, tank pressure must be maintained.
There are various safety standards that must be followed.
Another key aspect of using LNG as a marine fuel is that
it is more environmentally friendly than crude oil. The gas contains negligible
amounts of Sulphur. It helps to reduce the emission of nitrogen oxide. It can
also be used to completely eliminate the emission of sulfur oxide. Hence, it is
considered as an acceptable alternative to conventional marine fuels.
During the last five years, the use of LNG as a
bunkering fuel has grown rapidly. Its popularity has been attributed to the
lower price of LNG and the fact that it offers a lower environmental footprint
than crude oil. It is also expected to contribute to the IMO's long-term
strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
The Port of Fujairah on the east coast of UAE is
planning to introduce LNG Bunkering operations
in February 2022. This will be the world’s third largest bunkering hub and it
will also help in expanding their services.
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