CCS introduces new solely LNG-fuelled bulk carrier

China Classification Society (CCS) has announced the successful launch of a new bulk carrier that will be solely fuelled with LNG.

PHOTO: China Yangtze Shipping’s bulk carrier, Chang Hang Huo Yun 002, which can run solely on LNG. CCS

The 9,800-dwt bulk carrier, Chang Hang Huo Yun 002, can run solely on LNG and will be equipped with technologies for navigation assistance, reduce energy consumption and ship-shore integration.

“Compared with diesel fueling, it can reduce emissions of carbon dioxide by 20%, sulfur oxides and nitrogen oxides emissions by 100%, and reduce 60t (60 mt) of carbon emissions annually,” CCS claims.

By using LNG, its energy consumption “can be reduced by more than 10%” compared to similar ships [that run on conventional fuels]," CCS adds.

The vessel is being constructed by shipbuilder Zhijiang Shengmao Shipyard for shipping company China Yangtze Shipping. It is in compliance with the CCS' guidelines as specified in “Rules for Green Ships on Inland Rivers.”

By Tuhin Roy

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