Germany’s MAN Energy Solutions has confirmed that it will deliver its most powerful methanol engine in June this year. This model was named MAN B&W 12G95ME-C10.5-LGIM, and is being assembled by CSSC-MES Diesel (CMD) in China, designed for green methanol and dual-fuel operations.
The world’s most powerful methanol engine designed by MAN
This two-stroke engine will reach a power output of 82,440 kW at 80 RPM, making it the global reference in the sector. In addition, it will be equipped with the EGRTC system, a MAN innovation that optimizes exhaust gas recirculation, thus minimizing polluting emissions. This technology, together with its ability to run on renewable methanol, makes the LGIM modelThis technology, together with its ability to run on renewable methanol, makes the LGIM model a promoter of carbon-neutral propulsion.
The new generation of engines will be installed on a series of 12 24,000 TEU container ships currently under construction. Also seven of them are being assembled by Nantong COSCO KHI Ship Engineering(NACKS) for Orient Overseas Container Line(OOCL), and the remaining five by Dalian COSCO KHI Ship Engineering(DACKS) for COSCO Shipping Lines. These vessels will form part of the most modern and sustainable fleets in the world.
As we move towards a multi-fuel future, interest in methanol has grown steadily.
To date, between new build engines and retrofits, we have achieved more than 230 ME-LGIM references accumulating more than 600,000 operating hours on methanol alone.
Christian Ludwig, Sales and Promotion Manager, Two-Stroke Engines, MAN Energy Solutions.
The commitment to methanol responds to the growing global interest in cleaner energy technologies. Being produced from renewable sources, methanol can be an effective way to achieve a net reduction in emissions. MAN Energy Solutions strengthens its strategic vision of driving technologies that enable an effective energy transition in the maritime sector.
By harnessing the potential of methanol, we bring the maritime industry closer to zero-emission solutions and expect methanol to take a prominent place as the fuel of the future in all segments.
Our thanks to CMD, OOCL and COSCO Shipping, valued partners with whom we continue to share many highlights.
Bjarne Foldager, Two-Stroke Business Manager, MAN Energy Solutions.
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