Industry Leaders Launch Feasibility Study for Ammonia as Marine Fuel on US West Coast to Reduce Emissions.

Industry leaders, including Sumitomo Corporation, American Bureau of Shipping, CALAMCO, and TOTE Services, have initiated a feasibility study to explore the use of ammonia as a marine fuel on the US West Coast. The aim is to establish a clean ammonia supply chain for ship-to-ship bunkering in the US. This is in line with the International Maritime Organization’s revised strategy to achieve net-zero emissions from international shipping by 2050. Initial adoption will be at the ports of Benicia, a key location for vehicle handling, and Oakland, among the top ten largest US container ports. Safety assessments for ammonia usage as marine fuel are crucial due to its toxicity. The consortium plans to collaborate with relevant US agencies and experts to standardize safe operations and regulations.