DNV GL launches LNG fuel availability tool

The LNGi portal allows subscribers to assess the availability of LNG fuel for specific trade routes and newbuild projects. It also provides information about current market developments, as well as status updates on other alternative fuels and emissions reduction technologies across every vessel segment.

Dr Gerd-Michael Würsig, business director LNG fuelled ships, DNV GL – Maritime, said: “The LNG industry has been growing rapidly over the past few years, so much so that it has become increasingly challenging to keep track of all the latest developments. This is especially true for shipowners who are considering the option of using LNG in their vessels and want to ensure they have considered all the relevant factors.”

An interactive map provides information about LNG bunkering opportunities, with data on existing and planned infrastructure including truck loading facilities, tank to ship bunkering options and LNG bunker vessels, as well as detailed information on the various port and infrastructure projects.

Statistics and further information on alternative fuels and emissions solutions, such as the uptake of scrubbers, give a broader overview of the most popular options to achieve compliance with environmental regulations. The Society of Gas as Marine Fuel will support LNGi by reviewing the data published in the portal and providing information about LNG bunkering projects.

Future LNGi features will include segment-specific studies, the option for shipowners to show interest towards LNG suppliers for bunkering in certain locations, improved AIS features and more details about infrastructure projects and individual LNG fuelled ships.