Chantiers de l’Atlantique has chosen Gasum as expert supplier of LNG bunker fuel and technical adviser to perform the initial bunkering of the first LNG-powered cruise vessel built in its premises. This first LNG bunkering has taken place in the French port of La Rochelle, for which it was also the first LNG bunkering operation.
The choice of Gasum as partner in the preparation and performance of this state-of-the-art delivery recognizes the company’s expertise in supporting shipyards performing initial bunkerings of newbuild LNG-fueled vessels. The fuel was delivered by Gasum’s LNG bunker vessel Kairos.
In addition to delivering LNG, Gasum has supported Chantiers de l’Atlantique in the technical preparation of the delivery, including obtaining the relevant permits and authorizations. This delivery marks a new milestone in the extension of the Gasum LNG bunkering network and underlines its ambition to grow geographically, offering its expertise to customers wherever such is requested.
Gasum and Chantiers de l’Atlantique share the ambition to improve the environmental performance of the shipping industry by promoting and demonstrating the technical and commercial availability and reliability of alternative fuels, of which LNG is undoubtedly the most mature.
“With the LNG-fueled newbuild program undergoing, Chantiers de l’Atlantique has proven its capacity to embrace new technologies and to remain at the forefront of the shipbuilding industry. Choosing Gasum is a choice of confidence in its unique experience and track record in supporting yards with technical advice and LNG supplies,” said Laurent Castaing, General Manager of Chantiers de l’Atlantique.
“With this delivery to Chantiers de l’Atlantique, Gasum confirms its position as leading partner for shipyards engaged in the construction of LNG fueled vessels, supplying LNG and delivering decisive technical support in the preparation of initial bunkerings. This new partnership underlines also Gasum’s ambition to extend the geographical reach of its reliable and high quality service in west and south-west Europe. In addition to LNG, Gasum has become a regular supplier of liquefied Biogas, supporting the ambitious decarbonization agenda of a series of customers”, Grégoire Hartig, Sales Manager, Gasum.
Source: Gasum
