{"id":283339,"date":"2025-07-30T15:59:59","date_gmt":"2025-07-30T19:59:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inspenet.com\/noticias\/mol-christens-dual-fuel-vlcc-vessel-energia-viking\/"},"modified":"2025-07-30T16:21:49","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T20:21:49","slug":"mol-christens-dual-fuel-vlcc-vessel-energia-viking","status":"publish","type":"noticias","link":"https:\/\/inspenet.com\/en\/news\/mol-christens-dual-fuel-vlcc-vessel-energia-viking\/","title":{"rendered":"MOL christens dual-fuel VLCC vessel “Energia Viking”."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Japanese shipping company Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has held the christening ceremony for the liquefied natural gas (LNG) powered VLCC vessel“Energia Viking<\/em>“. This vessel, which will be chartered by the Norwegian energy company Equinor, represents a significant step forward in the joint efforts of both companies to reduce the environmental impact of maritime transport<\/a><\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n

Energia Viking: VLCC vessel designed for long-range operation<\/h2>\n\n

Built at the DACKS shipyard in China, the“Energia Viking<\/em>” has a deadweight tonnage of close to 309,000 tons and a length of approximately 339.5 meters. Its most outstanding feature is its bi-fuel propulsion system, with LNG tanks exceeding 10,000 m\u00b3 capacity, which allows it to cover extensive routes with operational flexibility. <\/p>\n\n

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Moment of the christening ceremony of the vessel. Source: MOL <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

In addition to the focus on sustainability, MOL has incorporated in this VLCC a third space called “IKOI”, dedicated exclusively to crew relaxation. This concept, which separates work, living and relaxation areas, is a novelty in this type of vessels operated by the company. <\/p>\n\n

It is scheduled for official delivery by the end of 2025.<\/p>\n\n

Strategic alliance with Equinor<\/h2>\n\n

The“Energia Viking<\/em>” is the first of three LNG VLCCs that MOL will deliver under contract with Equinor. These units are part of a broader program that envisages the deployment of 90 LNG and methanol-powered vessels by 2030<\/a><\/strong> and methanol-powered vessels by 2030, of which 40 are already under development. <\/p>\n\n

MOL’s environmental strategy seeks to eliminate net greenhouse gas emissions by mid-century. The use of LNG as a fuel reduces emissions by 25% to 30% compared to conventional fuel oil and is considered a bridging technology while even cleaner alternatives are developed. <\/p>\n\n

Source and photos: MOL<\/a><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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