The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has issued an Expression of Interest (EOI) to explore innovative solutions for sea-based liquefied natural gas (LNG) reloading and the supply of e/bio-methane as marine fuel in the Port of Singapore. This initiative aims to enhance the existing onshore LNG bunkering infrastructure and address the growing demand for sustainable marine fuels.
LNG bunkering in Singapore has seen significant growth, with deliveries increasing from 16,000 tonnes in 2022 to over 385,000 tonnes by October 2024. The EOI invites proposals focusing on three key areas: scaling up sea-based reloading operations, including ship-to-bunker barge LNG operations; facilitating the supply of LNG alternatives such as liquefied bio-methane; and developing floating platform concepts to improve bunkering safety and efficiency. Proposals should also address methane slip mitigation on a well-to-wake basis.
Participants in the EOI are not required to hold an existing LNG bunkering licence. They are expected to propose operational models for sea-based LNG reloading starting from 2025 and conduct trials in Singapore to validate the feasibility and safety of their solutions. Insights from these trials will inform MPA’s review of the LNG licensing framework to better serve the industry’s needs.
Interested parties can find more details and submission guidelines on the MPA website. Proposals must be submitted by 28 February 2025. This initiative underscores MPA’s commitment to advancing Singapore’s position as a leading global hub port and promoting sustainable maritime practices.
