- Waltershof’s container terminals are now approved for ship-to-ship bunkering of LNG and methanol, enhancing Hamburg’s role in sustainable shipping.
- The development supports Green Corridor initiatives and positions the port as a Sustainable Energy Hub.
- LNG and methanol bunkering facilities are already operational at Cruise Center Steinwerder, developed with MB Energy and Cruise Gate Hamburg.
- HPA has set the safety framework for independent operators, with talks underway with shipping lines on adopting the new infrastructure.
The Port of Hamburg has received approval to carry out ship-to-ship bunkering of methanol and liquefied natural gas (LNG) at its key container terminals, marking a significant step toward supporting cleaner fuel alternatives in global shipping, according to Hafen Hamburg.
Expanding Bunkering Capabilities for Future Fuels
The approval of LNG and methanol bunkering at Waltershof’s container terminals is a major step toward reinforcing the Port of Hamburg’s position as a key player in sustainable shipping. By enabling methanol supply, the port is strengthening its role as a Sustainable Energy Hub and advancing commitments tied to international Green Corridor initiatives.
LNG bunkering has been available at Cruise Center Steinwerder since 2019, with methanol capabilities added in 2024 to support the cruise sector. These facilities were developed in partnership with MB Energy and Cruise Gate Hamburg.
While the Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) is not itself a fuel supplier, it has established the required safety framework to authorize bunkering operations by independent providers. Ongoing discussions with shipping lines are now focused on utilizing the expanded infrastructure to meet future fuel demands.
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Source: Hafen Hamburg
