- Equinor and Wallenius Wilhelmsen have a 2-year bio-methanol supply agreement.
- Bio-methanol will be used as bunker fuel for dual-fuel methanol vessels.
- Supplies will start in late 2026 at the Ports of Zeebrugge and Antwerp.
- Bio-methanol is produced from biomethane and biogas certificates.
Agreement Overview
Equinor has signed a 2-year agreement to supply bio-methanol to Wallenius Wilhelmsen, a leader in shipping and vehicle logistics. This deal supports the marine sector's shift towards low-carbon fuels.
Implementation and Logistics
Bio-methanol will be used as bunker fuel for Wallenius Wilhelmsen's upcoming dual-fuel methanol vessels. The supply will commence in late 2026, with bunkers delivered at the Ports of Zeebrugge and Antwerp, key European maritime hubs.
Production Process
Equinor's bio-methanol is produced at its Tjeldbergodden facility in Norway. The process involves methanol production from biomethane in the gas grid, using biogas certificates from captured biogas, in line with the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Environmental Impact
The use of bio-methanol will significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions from ships, aiding Wallenius Wilhelmsen in providing net-zero logistics solutions. The production method also captures methane emissions from manure feedstock, reducing environmental impact.
