Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, part of the Wärtsilä Group, has secured a significant contract to deliver its Cargo Handling and Fuel Gas Supply systems for a new 12,500 cbm LNG bunkering vessel. This state-of-the-art vessel, commissioned by global energy giant Vitol, is under construction at Nantong CIMC Sinopacific Offshore & Engineering (CIMC SOE) shipyard in China. The order was confirmed during Q4 2024.
Supporting the Growing LNG Bunkering Market
Wärtsilä’s comprehensive engineering expertise and proven track record in small-scale LNG solutions played a pivotal role in securing the contract. The company will provide an integrated system that includes:
- Boil-Off Gas (BOG) management to minimize cargo losses and emissions.
- Custody transfer systems for precise LNG transfer operations.
- Fuel supply and bunkering transfer systems to optimize cargo handling efficiency.
With the growing adoption of LNG as a marine fuel due to its lower emissions and sustainability advantages, the demand for advanced LNG bunkering vessels is increasing. Wärtsilä has established itself as a leader in this sector by offering reliable, cutting-edge systems tailored to meet evolving industry needs.
Industry Leadership and Collaboration
Richie Zhu, Sales Manager at Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, China, highlighted the company’s commitment to innovation:
“LNG is today an important marine fuel and is rapidly becoming the preferred choice for owners and operators seeking more sustainable fuel options. The market for LNG bunkering vessels is increasing in line with this trend, and we have established a leading position in supplying modern and reliable systems that optimise overall cargo handling efficiency for such vessels.”
Wärtsilä has a long-standing partnership with CIMC SOE, providing solutions for LNG, LPG, ethane/ethylene, and multi-gas carriers built at the yard. This collaboration underscores Wärtsilä’s reputation for quality and its ability to meet demanding requirements in the maritime gas industry.
About Wärtsilä Gas Solutions
Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, a part of the Wärtsilä Portfolio Business, is a market leader providing innovative systems and lifecycle solutions tailored to the gas value chain. Key focus areas include gas handling in maritime applications (storage, fuel transfer, and boil-off gas management), gas-to-power solutions, liquefaction, and biogas applications. Wärtsilä aims to assist customers on their journey towards sustainability through a commitment to lifecycle performance, innovation, and digitalization.
About Wärtsilä
Wärtsilä is a global frontrunner in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for marine and energy markets. The company emphasizes sustainable technology and services to help clients enhance both environmental and economic performance. With a dedicated workforce of 17,800 professionals across more than 280 locations in 79 countries, Wärtsilä is shaping the decarbonization transformation across industries worldwide. In 2023, Wärtsilä reported net sales of EUR 6.0 billion and is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.
Source Wartsila