Shipping & Ports
DP World Names First Methanol Dual-Fuel Vessel in Aarhus
DP World's marine division, Shipping Solutions, has officially named its inaugural methanol dual-fuel vessel, DP World London, at a ceremony in Denmark.
Shipping Solutions, the marine services arm of DP World, has officially named its inaugural methanol dual-fuel ship. The vessel, named DP World London, was christened during a dedicated ceremony held in Aarhus, Denmark.
The addition of the dual-fuel vessel represents a core step in the organisation's ongoing investments into lower-carbon supply chains. DP World highlighted that the initiative is intended to foster more connected and resilient transport networks while reducing operational emissions.
Aarhus served as the location for the event, offering a maritime backdrop aligned with international trade. The introduction of DP World London marks a new operational milestone for the company's expanding fleet.
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