The UK’s first commercial biomethanol storage and supply service for shipping has been launched at the Port of Immingham, the UK’s largest port by cargo volume, to advance maritime decarbonisation. Offshore wind farm operator Ørsted will be the first to use this new service.
A partnership among Exolum, Methanex Corporation, and Ørsted is driving the initiative to offer marine bunkering services for biomethanol.
“This initiative marks a significant milestone for the Port of Immingham and the wider maritime sector,” said Steven Clapperton, Head of Marine (Humber) at Associated British Ports.
“By enabling biomethanol bunkering, we are making strides towards decarbonising a challenging industry. Associated British Ports is proud to support partners like Exolum, Ørsted, and Methanex in driving innovation that aligns with the UK’s clean energy goals and positions our ports at the forefront of sustainable shipping.”
Exolum will provide storage and fueling infrastructure at its Immingham facility, Methanex will supply biomethanol for the project, and Ørsted will first use this service for its North Sea offshore wind farm maintenance vessels.
The ISCC-certified biomethanol supplied to Ørsted is produced at Methanex’s US facilities on the Gulf Coast using waste-derived feedstocks, like organic municipal solid waste. It offers up to an 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional marine fuels, according to Methanex.
“Ørsted is pleased to be the first to fuel its service-operation vessels with biomethanol as part of this partnership,” said Mika Bärlund, Lead Category Manager at Ørsted.
“This project aligns with our commitment to create opportunities for local suppliers and develop technologies that support sustainable operations and the broader decarbonisation of the maritime sector. It is a step towards our vision of a world powered entirely by green energy.”
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