Port of Mombasa Receives First Methanol-Fuelled Bulk Carrier on Maiden Voyage

The Port of Mombasa has recorded a major maritime milestone following the arrival of MV Green Future, the first-ever methanol-fuelled bulk carrier, on Tuesday.The vessel’s maiden call highlights growing efforts by international shipping companies and port operators to adopt cleaner energy alternatives and reduce carbon emissions from maritime transport.

Owned by Japan’s Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line), MV Green Future arrived carrying 23,126.5 metric tonnes of steel coils destined for local and transit markets.

The ship operates on low-carbon methanol, a fuel that can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 65 per cent compared with conventional heavy fuel oil.

During a welcoming ceremony at the port, Kenya Ports Authority General Manager for Legal Services, John Turasha, represented Chief Executive Officer Captain William Ruto in receiving the vessel.

Turasha presented a maiden-call certificate and commemorative plaque to the ship’s master, Captain Loren Causine, in keeping with the authority’s tradition of recognising vessels making their first visit to Mombasa.

Causine disclosed that the vessel has a gross tonnage of 37,435 and is expected to proceed to the Port of Dar es Salaam after completing the discharge of its steel cargo.East African Commercial and Shipping Operations Manager Emmanuel Mwasaru said the arrival reflected the growing working relationship between NYK Line and the Port of Mombasa.

He noted that the port handles more than six vessels for the Japanese shipping company every month, including steel bulk carriers and pure car carriers. Additional vessels are expected next month.

Through its Green Ports Policy, KPA continues to pursue measures aimed at reducing emissions and supporting environmentally sustainable maritime operations.

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