Groundbreaking Maersk Methanol Vessels to be Built to ABS Class
ABS Leadership in Methanol and Sustainably Fueled Vessels Underlined(HOUSTON) A groundbreaking series of eight large container vessels capable of being operated on carbon-neutral methanol ordered by Maersk, along with an option for a further four vessels, are to be built to ABS Class. The announcement underlines ABS’ leadership in sustainably fueled vessels, building on a series of recent alternative fuel newbuild orders, including Maersk’s feeder vessel with dual engine technology enabling it to sail on either methanol or traditional very low sulphur fuel, which is now under