Gas bunker vessels

The maritime industry is entering a period of growing fuel diversity as shipowners respond to increasingly stringent environmental requirements and the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.  

As alternative fuels gain traction, gas bunker vessels are becoming a critical enabler of the maritime energy transition, providing the infrastructure needed to supply these fuels safely and efficiently. 

LNG has emerged as the most widely adopted gaseous marine fuel and the first to achieve large-scale commercial deployment. As the LNG-fuelled fleet continues to grow, demand for bunkering capacity is rising rapidly, placing increasing pressure on gas bunker vessels, port infrastructure, transfer systems, and operational readiness. 

DNV's white paper examines how gas bunker vessels are evolving to meet these challenges. It explores market developments, vessel design and conversion opportunities, regulatory requirements, ship-to-ship transfer operations, safety considerations, and the competence needed to support safe and reliable operations. 

The paper also looks beyond today's LNG market. While LNG is expected to remain an important marine fuel for years to come, the infrastructure, operational experience, and safety frameworks being established today are helping to create the foundation for future gaseous fuels, including ammonia, liquefied biomethane, and synthetic methane. 

Download the white paper to explore the technologies, infrastructure, operational requirements, and market developments shaping the future of gas bunkering.