This is a significant step towards decarbonising global shipping. By enabling the use of ammonia as a marine fuel in place of traditional fossil fuels, this technology supports a cleaner, more sustainable future. The contract demonstrates LGE’s commitment to advancing clean energy solutions and accelerating the maritime sector’s transition to zero carbon fuels.
The new technology, developed by an in-house engineering team, will be used on board four medium gas carriers for Trafigura, being built at Hyundai Mipo Dockyard (HMD). The technology integrates with wider, existing ship systems and is designed to meet safety and environmental standards.
Neale Campbell, Managing Director of Babcock’s LGE business, said: “Our focus remains on delivering future-ready, sustainable solutions that help our customers navigate the transition to cleaner energy. Ammonia has the potential to be a game-changer in the marine industry’s drive towards decarbonisation and sustainability. We are proud to be leading this transformation, and this contract reflects both the strength of our approach and the confidence in our technology to meet evolving industry demands.”
Andrea Olivi, Global Head of Shipping at Trafigura, added: “We are proud to be working with Babcock’s LGE business to help make ammonia a practical, safe, and cleaner fuel for the shipping industry. Their experience and technology are key to making this possible. We are always looking for ways to cut emissions – and using dual-fuel ships gives us the flexibility to adopt low-emission options like ammonia as they become more widely available.”
With international shipping accounting for approximately 3% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, the marine industry needs to transition its energy sources. LGE’s ecoFGSS-FLEX enables customers to support the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Deployment of the system is scheduled to begin in 2027, with full operational capability expected by the end of the year.