HUD to build first dual fuel support vessels for Hong Kong's LNG terminal

Hong Kong United Dockyards has unveiled its plan to build the first dual fuel (Liquefied Natural Gas-Marine Gas Oil, LNG-MGO) standby vessels, in support of the Hong Kong Climate Action Plan 2030+ to reduce carbon intensity. Held on the same day, the steel cutting ceremony marked the beginning of the construction of the vessels, which is the first of its kind to be deployed in Hong Kong.
 

These two standby vessels will be designed, equipped, and maintained as seagoing vessels to provide 24×7 services in order to enhance the safety and security of marine operations and carry out rapid evacuations in the event of an emergency. The vessels are being constructed to support the future operations of the first offshore LNG terminal in Hong Kong. Built pursuant to a long-term charter party and services agreement between HUD and Hong Kong LNG Terminal Limited, the vessels are currently under construction by Cheoy Lee Shipyards Ltd in Zhuhai and of Robert Allan RAStar4200-DF design.
 

“We are committed to offering continued excellent services to our clients and collaborating with our stakeholders for a sustainable future,” said Paul Fan, chief executive officer of HUD.
 

“We are delighted to be the exclusive service provider and operator of the two dual-fuel standby vessels for Hong Kong LNG Terminal Limited. By using LNG as opposed to traditional forms of marine fuel, harmful emissions such as particulates, nitrogen oxides and sulphur oxides will be reduced by 80%, which will help keep skies blue and the air clean in Hong Kong,” he added. 
 

Hongkong Salvage & Towage, a division of HUD and renowned in the industry for providing multi-disciplinary marine services, will take multiple roles in designing, owning, and operating the vessels.
 

To support round-the-clock operation, HKST will link the vessel's surveillance system with its Control Centre which connects to real time marine traffic and weather conditions to allow for better safety precaution, ensure efficient control and provide immediate response and assistance.

Source: Hong Kong Maritime Hub

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