Peninsula successfully conducted the first liquefied natural gas (LNG) fuel supply operation on September 15 at Sagunto Port. This event marks an important step in the development of alternative marine fuels in the region.
Details of the Fuel Supply Operation
The fuel supply operation was carried out by the LNG supply vessel named Levante LNG. In this operation, LNG was supplied to the Thor Highway, a car carrier managed by the reputable Japanese company “K” Line. This operation demonstrates the high level of trust that international shipowners have in Peninsula's LNG fuel supply services across the Mediterranean Sea.
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Enhancing Access to Alternative Fuels
This first LNG fuel supply in Sagunto contributes to increasing access to alternative marine fuels in the Valencia port cluster and supports the operation of a wide range of vessels in the area. Peninsula has the license to supply LNG as marine fuel at the ports of Valencia, Sagunto, and Gandia, which enhances its ability to meet the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions.
The successful completion of this operation depended on close cooperation among various authorities and organizations, including the Valencia Port Authority, maritime authority, pilot services, and civil protection teams. Their coordination and support played a key role in ensuring that the operation was carried out safely and in accordance with the highest operational standards.
Peninsula's Role in the Maritime Industry
With this first LNG fuel supply operation in Sagunto, Peninsula strengthens its position as a leading supplier of LNG and bio-LNG in the Mediterranean Sea. The company provides its customers with reliable and flexible energy solutions while supporting the trend of decarbonization in the maritime industry.
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