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The Use of LNG for Maritime Purposes: Survey and Issues— What
Is the Big Deal?
Fueling Freight Transport with LNG: Achieving the Promise by Overcoming the Challenges
TRB
July 18, 2013
Gerhardt MullerPresident, SanSail Institute
Views expressed are those of the author only and do not necessarily represent those of SanSail Group or any other organization with which he is affiliated.
Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) for Fuel
LNG: As an alternative/duel fuel for maritime operations offers
Lower costs per measurement energy of fuelAdheres to new emissions regulationsTechnological and operational improvements in vessels and terminals
Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) for Fuel
Issue: Increased interest by European and US maritime vessel operators
Conversions
New builds
In the development stage as a replacement for petroleum-based maritime power systems
Bunkering Involves
Infrastructure
Safety
Crew training
Peter Noble and Tony Teo, (DNV). History of LNG in USA, 2013
www.liquefiedgascarrier.com http://www.bubblews.com
Tony Teo and Peter Noble, History of LNG in USA
National LNG Platform p.a. Deltalinqs, LNG Fuels Conference, Houston, TX, June 11–12, 2013
LNG Fuel Process
Ferries
Quebec-based ferry firm La Société des traversiers du Québec (STQ) has placed an order for two dual-fuel liquefied natural gas (LNG) Ro-Pax ferries.
The Washington State Ferries
LNG-Fueled Offshore Supply Vessel
Chad Verret, Senior VP, Harvey Gulf International Marine; LNG Fuel for Marine Transportation, Houston, June 2013
John Waterhouse, Elliot Design Group, Marine Log Tug and Barge Conference, May 2013
Passengerships
John Waterhouse, Elliot Design Group, Marine Log Tug and Barge Conference, May 2013
Containerhips
Waller, David, Waller Marine, World LNG Fuels 2013
Proposed LNG Barge and Operations
Pier side via truck
Dedicated bunker berthPiped LNG to vessel’s normal operating berth
Bunker vessel alongside vessel berth
LNG Fuel Leaders:Norwegians
Started about 10 years agoVessels of all sizes in operationPort fueling stations/bunker vessels
Other Europeans: Vessel operators and portsNetherlandsGermany Belgium
United StatesTotem, Crowley, and Horizon Lines, among othersLNG suppliersPorts
Other Regions ???
www.portofrotterdam.com
www.officerofthewatch.com
Other Issues:Port Safety and Risk Management
Operating procedures and practices LNG shipping to date has an excellent safety record— this must be maintained
Regulations Lack of unified local and international regulations Current and interim IMO IGC code are applicable for natural gas–fueled ships
Environmental Assessments Mandatory Will be time consuming and uncertain Public opinion
Based in part on Teekay, Delivering LNG as a Marine Fuel in the Pacific Northwest, presented at World LNG Fuel 2013, January 22, 2013
Other Issues:
Public Awareness
Training Onboard vesselsTerminalsPort and municipal managers
Assure Highest Standards for SafetyAccidentsTerrorism
Interface with Other Modes (pipelines, rail, and highway)
So What!
LNG fuel for maritime operations is coming
Development will be slow but consistent
Does not apply to all maritime operations, at least for now
Needs to follow a carefully planned implementation process that is fully integrated (economic, technologically, public awareness, political, protect the environment, safety, etc.)
Unanswered Questions:
Who are or will be the leaders?
Is the public aware of what is happening in its communities with LNG fuel?
What role will the public agencies like the Army Corps of Engineers play in the future of LNG fuel?
Unanswered Questions:
Port Safety and Risk Management Who are and will be the leaders?
Is the public aware of what is happening with LNG fuel?
