Singapore Conducts World’s Largest Ethanol Bunkering Operation

Maersk, Golden Island Pte Ltd., and PSA Singapore successfully completed Singapore's first ethanol bunkering operation at the Pasir Panjang Terminal, with the support of the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA). The operation utilized Maersk Halifax, a Singapore-registered dual-fuel container vessel, which was bunkered with approximately 5000 metric tonnes of ISCC-certified bioethanol from Golden Island's chemical tanker, M.T.

Golden Centaurus. This marks the largest single volume of ethanol bunkered globally to date, while cargo operations continued concurrently, demonstrating the feasibility of integrating ethanol bunkering with regular maritime activities. Prior to the operation, safety protocols were established through Hazard Identification and Hazard and Operability Study workshops, as well as thorough crew training to handle marine fuel and emergency responses, building upon existing methanol bunkering expertise.

MPA and all stakeholders collaborated to ensure a safe and efficient process. Maersk, Golden Island, and PSA emphasized the importance of this operation in advancing the energy transition and preparing Singapore for a multi-fuel future, leveraging Maersk's multi-fuel strategy and Golden Island's commitment to supplying lower-carbon fuels.