INVESTING IN DEVELOPMENTS OF FUTURE ALTERNATIVE FUELS, AMID IMO UNCERTAINTY
With the IMOs decision to postpone the adoption of the Net-Zero Framework, there has been a loss in confidence for investment into low-carbon fuel pathways like Methanol and Ammonia.
But while there are gaps in global standards to incentivise the use and development of these low-carbon fuels, there is now an opportunity for the industry to define elements of the framework, in preparation for an adoption decision.
One of the biggest challenges, which has been pressurised with no global framework as of yet, is the disconnect between the offtake agreement period needed for production vs what is suitable for buyers - and this challenge makes is pivotal to connect both sides to understand how to build confidence, and minimise the risk of investment to allow production development.
Why should you attend the Alternative Fuels Summit?
From Regulation to Reality
How will EU ETS, Fuel EU Maritime, and the IMO decision to postpone the adoption of a Net-Zero Framework impact the development of Ammonia and Methanol pathways?
Establishing Standards
How can we ensure that sufficient safety guidelines are in place for the development of alternative fuel pathways?
Where are pilots and developments happening in real-time, globally, and how can we use these case-studies as fuel to improve alternative fuel maturity
Key Sessions To Attend
Ammonia Bunkering Pilot Safety Study
As ammonia moves closer to commercial use as a marine fuel, safety in bunkering operations remains a defining challenge. The Port of Rotterdam has completed an ammonia bunkering pilot and used the outcomes to validate its safety policy, following its nine steps approach for preparing ports for future fuels.
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.
Clean Fuel Offtake Agreements – Disconnect Between Long-Term Risk and Long-Term Security
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?
A well-organised conference, covering all the bases regarding LNG, Methanol, Ammonia and Hydrogen as marine fuels. Good networking!
MannTek AB
BD LNG
A beautiful conference to understand the challenges of gas as a marine fuel, in a complex future, with regulations and competition from other industrial sectors.
ESTACA Campus Paris-Saclay
Senior Scientist Air Quality and Emission Control
Very interesting event, always surprising and varied. I look forward to the next edition.
DEME-group
Technical Expert
Join the global maritime community this May
The coming year must be used to strengthen fuel pathways, prepare for any regulatory outcome in October 2026, and ensure that investments being made today will not become stranded tomorrow. Book your ticket below!
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