EU to Support Study on LNG in Maritime Sector
29 January 2013
The European Union is supporting with €1.2 million from the TEN-T Programme a new study aimed at rectifying potential barriers to the construction and operation of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) fuelled vessels.
The study was selected for funding under the 2011 TEN-T Annual Call and will examine the technical requirements, regulations and environmental operation permits that need to be met in order to shift from traditionally fuelled engines to LNG.
Specific aspects related to the manufacturing, conversion, certification and operation phases of a LNG fuelled vessel will be analysed. The results will then be exchanged with other ongoing LNG-related projects as well as with the European Maritime Safety Agency. The project is set to be completed by the end of 2014.
The study, which is set to be completed by the end of 2014, will be implemented in a partnership with stakeholders consisting of ship-owners, cargo owners, LNG suppliers, ports and marine equipment manufacturers.
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