The potential for using LNG as a transportation fuel has sparked a groundswell of interest in small-scale liquefaction projects and bunkering opportunities.
However, the general consensus remains that there is a long way to go before the world is awash with LNG-powered ships despite the new emissions control regulations coming into play.
“Clearly it looks attractive and the regulatory pressures will tend to mitigate towards it,” said private consultant Tony Acton at this week’s LNG Tech conference in Rotterdam.
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