Wärtsilä Marine Methanol Conversion

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Wärtsilä Marine Methanol Conversion

The maritime industry is currently looking into alternative fuels and fuel flexibility in order to cut greenhouse gas and other emissions. One of the emerging alternative step towards decarbonised operations in the form of alternative, greener future fuels is methanol. Methanol meet current and future emissions targets in terms of NOx, SOX and particulates, and there’s a readily available global supply which makes methanol a viable fuel for any type of marine vessel.

Wärtsilä Marine Methanol Conversion is a holistic solution to convert existing vessels to use methanol as a fuel. Whether your vessel can be converted to operate on methanol depends mainly on the space required by the tanks and additional equipment.
When you are thinking of adapting a vessel to run on methanol, there are five extremely important things to consider – even before you start planning. This handy eGuide helps you make your fuel conversion a success.

Wärtsilä can support you throughout the project starting from a feasibility study and the feasibility calculations to a full project execution.

Key benefits

  • Reduction of emissions
  • Compliance with regulations
  • Greener image
  • Increased fuel flexibility

    Solution

    Wärtsilä can deliver the full project from feasibility studies to execution planning and implementation. Since every project is unique, our approach is flexible and adaptable to your needs, resulting in the best solution for your requirements. Wärtsilä’s professional project management teams have a proven track record of running smooth, successful projects.

    Application

    Methanol engine technology is currently available for ZA40S engines and solutions for further engine types are currently under development.

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    4 clear examples - proof that methanol could really work for your vessel

    Discover four real-life examples – one each from the cruise, ferry, merchant and offshore sectors. Learn how operators are already using methanol to solve their challenges, and how you can start using it to reduce emissions immediately.

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    Methanol conversion will reduce emissions

    Converting your vessel’s engines to run on methanol is a great way to reduce your emissions. You will find 49 more ways in a fascinating eBook “50 great ways the maritime industry could cut its greenhouse gas emissions”. Learn more:

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    Downloads and links

    22 Mar 2022 · Webinar
    Wärtsilä 32 methanol – The power to reach carbon-neutral​
    20 Feb 2023 · Article
    7 min read
    Methanol as marine fuel – is it the solution you are looking for?
    What are the advantages of methanol as marine fuel? What are the issues that ship...
    Next port of call – the methanol bunkering station
    6 May 2021 · Article
    3 min read
    Next port of call – the methanol bunkering station?
    Clean burning, cheap to produce, widely available and with the potential to be 100% renewable –...

    Customer references

    • Van Oord

      Van Oord is accelerating the energy transition with its green ship fleet. Why did they choose methanol for their new offshore wind installation vessel?

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    • Stena Germanica banner 1
      Stena Germanica

      The first ship in the world to run on methanol as a marine fuel

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