Fugro Pioneer is able to be outfitted with methanol engines after efficiently changing the principle elements on board, the corporate stories, a plank in its path to achieve Net-Zero operations by 2035.
The geophysical vessel was transformed within the Netherlands as a part of the Fugro-led consortium MENENS (Methanol as Energy Step Towards Emission-free Dutch Shipping) with a grant from the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO).
The vessel changes to the Fugro Pioneer enable two of its 4 unique engines to get replaced by methanol engines, making certain providers can nonetheless be provided in areas the place inexperienced methanol is just not but out there. The supply and set up of the methanol succesful engines are anticipated within the second half of 2024.
“The methanol conversion of the Fugro Pioneer is not only a pivotal move in diminishing our vessel emissions as part of our Net Zero 2035 journey, but it also stimulates the green methanol market,” said Barbara Geelen, CFO, Fugro. “We will continue to invest in innovative solutions that not only help our clients, but also support us in reaching our company objectives.”
