SeatradeMaritime: CMA CGM completes first bio-methanol bunkering in Shanghai

This newly delivered 13,000 teu bio-methanol dual-fuel container ship CMA CGM Osmium will soon operate on the M2X service connecting Asia with Mexico.

“The bio-methanol bunkering of the CMA CGM Osmium is more than a technical success, it marks a defining moment in our decarbonisation journey. Together with SIPG Energy, we are demonstrating that cleaner, low carbon shipping is no longer an aspiration but a reality. This milestone strengthens our resolve to work closely with our partners to accelerate shipping decarbonization and propel our industry toward a more sustainable future,” stated Farid Trad, Vice President Group Energy Transition, CMA CGM Group.

“The completion of China’s largest single bio-methanol bunkering operation with CMA CGM marks a significant leap in Shanghai Port’s bio-methanol bunkering capacity. SIPG Energy will continue to enhance its integrated capabilities in bio-methanol resource coordination, storage and transportation support, and bunkering services, deepen cooperation with leading shipping enterprises, and help build Shanghai Port into a global sustainable energy bunkering hub,” noted Luo Wenbin, Managing Director of SIPG Energy.

CMA CGM’s long-standing collaboration with SIPG Energy and Shanghai Electric Group include a long-term LNG bunkering partnership with SIPG and the framework agreement on long-term bio-methanol supply signed by CMA CGM. This established partnership has played a pivotal role in establishing the foundation for this latest milestone in China.

As part of its commitment to achieving net zero carbon by 2050, CMA CGM is preparing to operate around 200 dual-fuel container vessels by 2031, all capable of running on low carbon energy.