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Japan launches LNG-VLSFO bunker tankerJapan launches LNG-VLSFO bunker tanker

Japan has launched its first bunker tanker capable of delivering both LNG as marine fuel and the conventional very low sulphur fuel oil (VLSFO).

Lee Hong Liang, Asia Correspondent

August 6, 2020

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Photo: Ecobunker Shipping

Ecobunker Shipping’s new bunker tanker, named Ecobunker Tokyo Bay, held its naming and launch ceremony at Fukuoka Shipbuilding on Tuesday. The bunker tanker will operate in Tokyo Bay.

“She is a multi-bunkering vessel capable of both ship-to-ship LNG and VLSFO bunkering,” Ecobunker Shipping stated.

The 4,100 tonnes Ecobunker Tokyo Bay has a LNG tank capacity of 2,500 cu m and a VLSFO tank capacity of 1,500 cu m.

“We will further work on outfitting the vessel including installation of equipment and tanks. Ecobunker Shipping will continue to promote eco-friendly bunker fuel, also aiming to contribute in developing Tokyo Bay as one of the world’s leading LNG bunkering hubs,” it said.

About the Author

Lee Hong Liang

Asia Correspondent

Singapore-based Lee Hong Liang provides a significant boost to daily coverage of the Asian shipping markets, as well as bringing with him an in-depth specialist knowledge of the bunkering markets.

Throughout Hong Liang’s 14-year career as a maritime journalist, he has reported ‘live’ news from conferences, conducted one-on-one interviews with top officials, and had the ability to write hard news and featured stories.

 

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