LNG Bunkering

Wärtsilä receives four LNG cargo tanks to install on Polaris New Energy LNG bunker barge

The Polaris New Energy will be the largest vessel of its kind when launched, and will operate as a ‘moving gas station’ to supply LNG along the east coast of the USA.

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September 10, 2020

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Maritime technology group Wärtsilä on Tuesday (8 September) said subsidiary Wärtsilä Gas Solutions took delivery of four liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo tanks from the company’s supplier in China on August 28.

The successful completion of this delivery will allow the installation of a complete cargo handling system for a LNG bunker barge to proceed on schedule.

The company said the system is intended for the new 5,400 m3 LNG bunker barge being built at the Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding (FBS) yard in Wisconsin, USA for Polaris New Energy, LLC (PNE).

Wärtsilä noted the four cargo tanks have internal piping, instruments, equipment and access structures. They also have 300mm of insulation and will be installed below deck on the bunkering barge; only the domes will be visible once completed (see photo).

Transportation to the yard required detailed planning: the tanks were moved by barge to Shanghai, where they were loaded onboard the heavy-lift vessel, the BBC Louise for transport to the USA.

After crossing the Pacific, the ship will pass through the Panama Canal and then head north along the USA’s eastern seaboard on its way via the St. Lawrence Seaway to the shipyard on Lake Michigan.

The ship is expected to arrive in late October as planned, which is in line with the yard’s schedule for delivering the barge to PNE end-2021.

“Delivering the cargo tanks as agreed with FBS puts the main piece of the jigsaw puzzle in place. Construction work has been to the highest HSE standards, and we are really satisfied with the quality,” said Geir Kirkemo, Project Manager for Wärtsilä Gas Solutions.

The four cargo tanks are each 1,350 m3 in size. The Polaris New Energy barge will be the largest vessel of its kind when launched, and will operate as a ‘moving gas station’ to supply LNG-fuelled vessels along the east coast of the USA.

“The completion, and shipping, of the LNG cargo tanks marks a very significant milestone in the overall project. Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding greatly appreciates the efforts made by all parties in trying times, and looks forward to receiving the tanks and moving into the next phase of the project,” added Pete Sinclair, Program Manager at FBS.

Wärtsilä noted its scope for this project included, in addition to the tanks, the system design and integration, the LNG pumps, a ship-to-ship transfer system, ship to shore communication link, all necessary safety and control equipment, valves, instrumentation, and a gas combustion unit.

Photo credit: Wärtsilä
Published: 10 September, 2020

LNG Bunkering

Singapore: Eastern Pacific Shipping hits 700 LNG bunkering milestone

Since commencing LNG bunkering operations in November 2020, the company said it has completed a total LNG bunkering volume of 2,920,191 cubic metres.

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August 18, 2026

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Singapore: Eastern Pacific Shipping hits 700 LNG bunkering milestone

Singapore-based shipping firm Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) on Monday (17 August) said the company has successfully completed its 700th LNG bunkering operation, carried out for vehicle carrier Lake Victoria in Emden, Germany.

Since commencing LNG bunkering operations in November 2020, the company said it has completed a total LNG bunkering volume of 2,920,191 cubic metres (m3).

“Reaching 700 LNG bunkering operations reflects not only the scale of our investment in alternative-fuel capabilities, but also the experience, coordination and commitment of our teams at sea and ashore,” EPS said in a social media post.

“As we continue to grow and diversify our fleet, every operation adds to the practical experience needed to support shipping’s energy transition.”

Manifold Times previously reported the company completed a total of 530 LNG bunkering operations with over 2.4 million m3 of LNG bunkered, from the start of recorded data to 31 Dec 2025.

In its 2026 ESG Report, EPS said its fleet is among the largest dual-fuel fleets in the industry, with over 170 vessels designed to operate on alternative fuels.

In 2025, 25% of the fuel consumed by EPS fleet were alternative marine fuels, including LNG, LPG, ethane, and biofuels.

Photo credit: Eastern Pacific Shipping
Published: 18 August, 2026

LNG Bunkering

Yang Ming dual-fuel vessel completes first SIMOPS LNG bunkering operation in Shanghai

“YM Willpower” successfully received around 2,000 mt of LNG alongside active cargo handling, significantly enhancing operational efficiency during the port call.

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August 18, 2026

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Yang Ming dual-fuel vessel completes first SIMOPS LNG bunkering operation in Shanghai

Taiwanese shipping firm Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation (Yang Ming) on Monday (17 August) said its 15,500 TEU LNG dual-fuel vessel, YM Willpower, successfully completed its first-ever LNG bunkering operation via SIMOPS (Simultaneous Operations) at the Port of Shanghai.

Through close collaboration with Shanghai International Port (Group) and SIPG Energy Shanghai, the vessel successfully received around 2,000 metric tonnes (mt) of LNG alongside active cargo handling, significantly enhancing operational efficiency during the port call.

With LNG dual-fuel technology, the company said it is continuing to expand alternative-fuel bunkering capabilities, enhance operational flexibility and efficiency and advance lower-carbon shipping solutions.

Manifold Times previously reported YM Willpower completing its first bunkering operation in Singapore.

In 2026, Yang Ming will progressively introduce newly built 15,500 TEU class container vessels primarily fueled by liquefied natural gas (LNG) into its operating fleet.

The lead vessel, YM Willpower, completed partial LNG bunkering at the shipyard prior to delivery and was officially deployed on 8 February into Yang Ming’s Far East–Mediterranean MD2 service.

Photo credit: Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation
Published: 18 August, 2026

LNG Bunkering

MOL names LNG dual-fuel VLCC for Equinor time charter

“TSURUGIDAKE” is the third LNG dual-fuel VLCC delivered by the MOL Group to Equinor under a time charter contract.

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August 18, 2026

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MOL names LNG dual-fuel VLCC for Equinor time charter

Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) on Sunday (16 August) said the company successfully held the naming ceremony of LNG dual-fuel VLCC TSURUGIDAKE for energy company Equinor ASA.

The ceremony was held at Dalian COSCO KHI Ship Engineering Co Ltd. TSURUGIDAKE is the fourth LNG dual-fuel VLCC delivered by the MOL Group.

“For Equinor, the vessel represents the third LNG dual-fuel VLCC delivered by the MOL Group under a time charter contract, following two vessels previously delivered to the company,” MOL said in a social media post.

TSURUGIDAKE is equipped with an LNG fuel tank with a capacity exceeding 10,000 m³, enabling long-distance voyages and greater operational flexibility.

Photo credit: Mitsui OSK Lines
Published: 18 August, 2026