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07 Feb 2018

Maritime transport: LNG bunkering guidance for port authorities and administrations

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The guidance was prepared in close cooperation with the European Commission, Member States and stakeholders

 

The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) has published a guidance document on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) bunkering for port authorities and administrations. The document aims at backing the use of LNG as a ship fuel, as part of a joint effort to increase sustainability.

 

The guidance was prepared in close cooperation with the European Commission, Member States and stakeholders within the context of the European Sustainable Shipping Forum.

 

LNG as a marine fuel provides an alternative to traditional fuels by emitting fewer pollutants, such as SOx and NOx. The LNG Bunkering guidance becomes another element in the EU strategy to support the development of alternative fuels for shipping foreseen by Directive 2014/94/EU. Read more

 

 

Source: EUROPEAN COMMISSION

 

 

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