India, March 3 -- The world's first dual-fueled ammonia-powered ship has docked at a UK port on its way to London's West India Dock to showcase its technology.
The 75-meter-long Singapore-flagged Fortescue Green Pioneer sailed to the UK to demonstrate the viability of ammonia as a sustainable marine fuel. Commissioned in March 2024, the vessel is the first of its kind, powered by a four-stroke engine, two of which are capable of being fueled by ammonia and diesel.
Ammonia is a zero-carbon fuel, and an ammonia-powered vessel has the potential to substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions when used for shipping.
Fortescue Green Pioneer docked at the Port of Southampton at the weekend to undergo Port State Control inspections.
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