On September 5, Yuchai Marine Power Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “YMP”) successfully held a delivery ceremony for its first methanol dual-fuel low-speed engine, the 6S60ME-C10.5-LGIM-HPSCR, in Zhuhai.
This methanol dual-fuel low-speed engine 6S60ME-C10.5-LGIM-HPSCR, will be installed on the first vessel of Guohang Ocean Shipping’s 89,000 DWT methanol dual-fuel bulk carrier series. It was constructed by Weihai Wuchuan Shipbuilding, a subsidiary of Wuhu Shipyard.
The successful delivery of the first methanol dual-fuel low-speed engine, the 6S60ME-C10.5-LGIM-HPSCR, marks another milestone in YMP’s development history. This achievement not only signifies a major breakthrough for YMP in the field of green, low-carbon marine propulsion but also represents a robust “Chinese solution” for reducing emissions and carbon footprints in China’s and the global shipping industry.
As one of the most viable green fuels, methanol is a key path for the future sustainable development of the shipping industry. YMP’s delivery is more than just an engine; it represents a strong and concerted effort by all parties to move towards a green shipping future.
Looking back on its journey, from the construction of the methanol supply station to the assembly and testing of the first methanol dual-fuel low-speed engine, the 6S60ME-C10.5-LGIM-HPSCR, YMP has accomplished numerous pioneering tasks and overcome a series of key manufacturing challenges. This success marks the world’s first application of a high-pressure SCR system in a methanol dual-fuel low-speed engine, fully meeting the most stringent IMO emission standards. By the end of this year, YMP is expected to become the first company in China to simultaneously manufacture low-speed engines powered by natural gas, methanol, and liquid ammonia.
YMP will take the successful delivery of its first methanol dual-fuel low-speed engine, the 6S60ME-C10.5-LGIM-HPSCR, as a new starting point, continuing to explore and forge ahead on the path toward zero-carbon shipping.