Methane slip is still one of the most important challenges the industry needs to tackle, for LNG to be used as a low-carbon alternative fuel in the future. There are currently not tools to measure the full scale of these emissions, and the technology exists to reduce the emissions, but more validation within maritime must take place to establish effectiveness.

The Asia Pacific Region is one of the busiest in terms of shipping routes, and as the trend for the rest of the globe, the demand for LNG is increasing. With major hubs in Singapore, Tokyo and Busan for example, the potential for LNG growth is great, but the concentration to these hubs can leave other regions with gaps. Join this session to discuss:

- Overcoming infrastructure bottlenecks, and growing bunkering facility hubs

- How many new LNG orders were made in 2025, and how are suppliers reacting?

- How is the Asian market staying up to date with, and complying with EU regulations

- How can industry be boosted in Asia, to support future LNG pathways globally?

With the IMO’s net-zero framework decision incoming, onboard carbon capture (OCC) is drawing attention as a tool that could extend the compliance time of LNG. Early pilots on LNG vessels are testing whether carbon capture technology can work effectively on these vessels – testing the challenges of space, stability, and carbon dioxide offloading. This technology is still experimental, but interest is growing among shipowners given the urgency of emission regulation. Join this session to hear:

- What current projects are ongoing and what have been the impacts on emissions?

- How are the emission benefits measured with OCC?

- What are the technical hurdles with storage and handling of captured co2

- How beneficial can OCC prove commercially?

Any clean fuel pathway that is being invested in currently relies on the bio and e/synthetic drop-in fuel future – but how can suppliers and buyers find offtake agreements that suit both parties? Suppliers are requiring longer offtake agreements to justify the production of the fuels at scale. Buyers are not always willing to commit to a long-term offtake agreement, given the uncertainty within the market – they cannot guarantee the use of the fuel. So how does the market react to ensure the supply of these cleaner fuels? We will be asking panellists:

- What is your duration requirement for an offtake agreement for the fuel that you promote?

- What do producers need from shipowners to move forward with alternative fuel development?

- What do shipowners need from producers to move forward with this development?

- How can we ensure better security for future supply?

Green corridor projects, linking specific ports and trade routes under decarbonisation commitments, are moving from concept to pilot stage. The first corridors, such as Singapore – Rotterdam are starting to offer some evidence of success, and strengthening of a fuel pathway. Join this session to learn the benefits already proven from early concepts through discussion of the following:

With the combination of EU regulations in action, and the IMO net zero framework biodiesel has become a compliance tool for many operators seeking a near-term solution. But competition for feedstocks is intensifying, with European supply under pressure from growing imports and demand in Asia. These shifts raise questions about sustainability, price stability, and whether biodiesel can remain a reliable option as other fuels gain traction.

Securing finance for LNG bunkering projects remains tied to the availability of long-term contracts. Banks and investors typically push for longer commitments, while shipowners hesitate in an environment where methanol and ammonia are gaining traction. Where can a compromise be found, and what contracts structures are working best?

- How have banks set their terms for LNG finance?

- What is the shipowner appetite and reaction to longer contacts, in a multi fuel market?

- How can risk be shared with both parties to enable stronger agreements moving forward?

Methane slip continues to weigh heavily on the long-term role of LNG in shipping, and accurate measurement remains essential to building confidence in the pathway. Following on from the 2025 study with Brittany Ferries, which compared real-world methane emissions against IMO-reported figures, this updated research expands the dataset with new vessel types, operating conditions, and engine technologies. The latest results provide a sharper picture of where methane slip is occurring, how it can be mitigated, and what this means for regulatory targets and investment decisions.

As we await the outcome of the IMO meeting in October, those in support of less mature fuel pathways like Ammonia and Methanol, have called for the framework adoption. Not only for a strengthening regulatory setting for the expansion of these fuels, but to drive better safety guidelines. As these fuels are not operational at scale, there are still many concerns with the readiness of bunkering and onboard safety and training. Join this session to understand:

- What are some of the biggest areas of concern when it comes to safety of these fuels?

- What are the current safety frameworks in place for onboard and bunker handling for these fuels?

- What areas of training and safety do the industry believe needs to be integrated into global standard policy?

With over 240 methanol-capable vessels ordered or in operation, the industry is not waiting for global consensus to move forward. The IMO’s decision to delay adoption of the Net Zero Framework has left a policy gap that regional measures such as FuelEU Maritime and national incentives are now beginning to fill. Yet this patchwork of standards risks creating uneven progress unless the industry itself steps up to drive coordinated action. This session, led by the Methanol Institute, explores how collaboration across producers, ports, and shipowners can sustain momentum, ensure interoperability, and turn regional progress into a global transition pathway.