First dual-fuel foreign vessel named by Indian godmother
The Hindu
A.P. Moller - Maersk names new dual-fuel methanol vessel Albert Maersk at JNPA, Mumbai, emphasizing commitment to India.
A.P. Moller - Maersk (Maersk) on Friday organised the name-giving ceremony of its newest dual-fuel methanol container vessel at APM Terminal, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) in Mumbai reiterating its commitment to India.
The vessel, named Albert Maersk, is the eleventh vessel in Maersk’s fleet capable of operating on methanol, the green fuel as part of it’s commitment to go net zero by 2040.
At a traditional name-giving ceremony, Union Minister Raksha Khadse turned godmother for the vessel which was on it’s maiden voyage to India.
“Maersk continues to take firm steps towards decarbonising shipping with the addition of one more dual-fuel vessel to its fleet”, said Vincent Clerc, CEO, A.P. Moller - Maersk.
“India is among the world’s fastest-growing major economies and Maersk looks forward to partnering with India on various aspects, such as exploring the potential sourcing of alternative fuels for low-emissions shipping and activities involving ship repairs and shipbuilding in the future that align well with the Indian Government’s ambitions to promote the shipping sector,” he said.
Speaking on the occasion Union Shipping & Ports Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said, “With the demand for green vessels rising, India has the potential to become a major producer and supplier of green methanol, ammonia, and hydrogen-based fuels.”
“Maersk’s decision to focus on green fuel production in India is a welcome step that will accelerate our journey towards a sustainable maritime future. This vessel naming is more than just a tradition—it is a symbol of trust, collaboration, and a shared vision for the future,” he added.
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