Longkou uploads first LPG dual-fuel tanker and advances green port development

The "Flandres Pioneer" vessel, carrying 46,000 tons of propane, was unloaded at Berth No 22 of Bin'gang Port Company in Longkou Port, a subsidiary of Shandong Yantai Port Group. This marks Longkou Port's first unloading of a dual-fuel engine LPG tanker, a breakthrough in the development of a smart and green port led by Yantai Port Group.

The "Flandre Pioneer" vessel is docked at Longkou Port. [Photo by Liu Qiqiang for chinadaily.com.cn]

The vessel's power source includes both marine fuel oil and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). According to technical personnel, it carries two LPG fuel tanks, each with a capacity of 900 cubic meters, providing a range of 10,200 nautical miles when fully loaded. Moreover, the fuel tanks are connected to the cargo hold, enabling autonomous refilling and meeting long-distance voyage requirements.

It can also reduce carbon emissions by about 20 percent compared to traditional fuels, meeting international emissions standards.

Bin'gang Port Company recently formed a special team to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of LPG dual-fuel-powered tankers. (Edited by Chen Mengyun)