Rio Tinto locks in methanol shipping deal with NS United Kaiun Kaisha
In Japan, Australian mining giant Rio Tinto and Japanese shipping company NS United Kaiun Kaisha signed a contract for two methanol dual-fuel bulk carriers delivering from 2028, a move that gives Rio Tinto the flexibility to switch from conventional fuel to methanol as supply chains for the cleaner fuel develop.
The ships, each capable of carrying around 209,000 deadweight tons, are due for delivery from 2028. Rio Tinto said its decision on whether to burn methanol will depend on supply availability, safety and regulation.
Category: Sustainable Marine Fuels
