Glocal Green and Heidelberg Materials to launch a landmark green methanol bunkering facility at Breviksterminalen, Grenland Havn. This integrated infrastructure project connects certified fuel supply with industrial demand, enabling up to 95% CO2 emissions reductions for maritime operators. The hub marks a critical step in Norway’s Green Shipping Programme, paving the way for Heidelberg’s methanol-powered cement vessel in 2028.
Brevik, Norway | March 27, 2026 – In a move that significantly de-risks the adoption of alternative fuels in the North Sea, Glocal Green has entered into a strategic supply agreement for green methanol with industrial giant Heidelberg Materials Sement Norge. The partnership is anchored by the immediate establishment of a dedicated storage, distribution, and bunkering hub at the Breviksterminalen in Grenland Havn.
This integrated project effectively solves the “chicken and egg” dilemma of the energy transition by synchronizing industrial demand, maritime logistics, and fuel availability in a single geographic cluster.
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Closing the Infrastructure Gap
While methanol has rapidly emerged as a frontrunner for maritime decarbonization, the lack of localized bunkering infrastructure has remained a bottleneck for shipowners. The new Brevik facility is designed to be the “missing link” in the Norwegian value chain.
The facility, situated adjacent to Heidelberg Materials’ landmark cement plant, will provide a full-service suite for green methanol, including:
- Bulk Reception and Storage
- Regional Distribution
- Vessel Bunkering Operations
By utilizing an ISCC EU-certified value chain, the transition to green methanol at this site will enable vessel operators to achieve up to a 95% reduction in CO2 emissions. For cargo owners like Heidelberg Materials, these logistical gains directly improve the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) profile of their end products, such as “green” cement.
Enabling the Market
Lars Erik Marcussen, Project Manager Logistics at Heidelberg Materials Norge, emphasized that the move is intended to serve as a catalyst for the broader shipping community.
“As a major cargo owner, we want to help facilitate investments in sustainable maritime transport. This is now happening through the purchase agreement and the establishment of a bunkering station in Brevik. The establishment of infrastructure is an important step in making the use of green methanol easier, not only for us, but also for other shipowners and stakeholders who want to invest in green methanol.”
Heidelberg Materials is backing this commitment with hardware; the company is scheduled to deploy a dedicated cement carrier powered by green methanol as early as 2028.
From Pilot to Port: The Green Shipping Programme
The decision to break ground in Brevik is the culmination of rigorous analysis conducted under the Green Shipping Programme (GSP). Throughout 2025, Glocal Green and its partners used the GSP framework to pilot the commercial and technical viability of methanol bunkering in Norway.
The Brevik hub is not an isolated project but the first node in a broader national strategy. Glocal Green aims to replicate this infrastructure model at key strategic locations along the Norwegian coastline to match the projected surge in methanol-fueled newbuilds entering the global fleet.
Fast Facts: The Brevik Methanol Hub
| Feature | Detail |
| Location | Breviksterminalen, Grenland Havn, Norway |
| Primary Fuel | Green Methanol (ISCC EU-Certified) |
| Emission Reduction | Up to 95% CO2 reduction vs. MGO |
| Key Offtaker | Heidelberg Materials (Cement Vessel arriving 2028) |
| Function | Storage, Distribution, and Ship-to-Ship/Truck-to-Ship Bunkering |
The Strategic Alliance: Bridging Industry and Infrastructure
The project at Breviksterminalen is the result of a coordinated effort between industrial offtakers, fuel innovators, and logistics experts. Each partner brings a critical component to the “missing link” of the green methanol value chain.
Glocal Green: The Fuel Architect
As the primary developer, Glocal Green provides the technical and commercial backbone for the methanol supply. By securing an ISCC EU-certified value chain, they ensure that the methanol isn’t just a chemical alternative, but a high-impact environmental solution capable of slashing vessel emissions by 95%. Their strategy focuses on “integrated efforts”, locating production and distribution exactly where the demand is highest.
Heidelberg Materials: The Anchor Offtaker
Heidelberg Materials Norge acts as the crucial “first mover.” By committing to a green methanol purchase agreement, they provide the bankability needed to establish the Brevik bunkering station. Their role extends beyond the balance sheet; as a major cargo owner, they are actively decarbonizing their supply chain, evidenced by their commitment to deploy a methanol-powered cement carrier in early 2028.
Grenland Havn (Breviksterminalen): The Logistics Hub
As the host port, Grenland Havn provides the strategic geographic location. By allocating space at the Breviksterminalen for storage and bunkering, the port is positioning itself as a key node in the Norwegian “Green Corridor.” This infrastructure allows for a seamless transition from fuel reception to ship-side delivery, minimizing logistical friction.
The Green Shipping Programme (GSP): The Collaborative Catalyst
The partnership was matured within the Green Shipping Programme, a public-private partnership aimed at advancing the maritime green shift. The GSP provided the pilot framework where Glocal Green and Heidelberg Materials could assess risks, evaluate bunkering safety, and build the commercial confidence required to move from a “pilot project” to a “permanent facility.”
Source: Glocal Green