The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has approved its first trial ship-to-ship ammonia bunkering operation.
The project is being carried out by subsidiaries of Japan’s Itochu Corporation and is expected to support future ammonia-fueled bulk carriers developed through a joint venture between MOL and CMB.TECH.
Under a two-year program, a dedicated ammonia bunker vessel will be constructed. The vessel will have a fuel capacity of approximately 5,000 cubic meters and is scheduled to enter service in 2027.
Singapore has been actively promoting alternative marine fuels in recent years and is considered one of the leading hubs for ammonia fuel development. The country conducted its first ammonia bunkering trials in 2024.
According to Itochu, the main goal of the project is to establish safe and environmentally sustainable ammonia bunkering standards and to lay the groundwork for future commercial-scale adoption in major international ports.
Experts believe ammonia is one of the most promising alternative fuels for reducing carbon emissions and may see wider adoption across the global shipping industry in the coming years.
