Maersk Honors Founder with Christening of Latest Dual-Fuel Vessel, A.P. Møller

A.P. Moller – Maersk has recently christened its latest dual-fuel methanol container vessel as A.P. Møller in tribute to the company’s founder, Arnold Peter Møller. This new addition marks the ninth vessel in Maersk’s fleet that can operate using methanol. The vessel is part of a series of 18 large dual-fuel methanol ships set for delivery between 2024 and 2025, with the A.P. Møller being the eighth to join the fleet this year. Constructed at Hyundai Heavy Industries in South Korea, the 16,592 TEU vessel showcases Maersk’s commitment to sustainability and innovation in the maritime industry.

Arnold Peter Møller, along with his father Peter Mærsk Møller, established the foundations of what would later evolve into A.P. Moller – Maersk in 1904. A.P. Møller’s legacy includes founding Maersk Line in 1928 and overseeing the company’s international expansion, with offices established in various countries like the US, Japan, UK, Thailand, Hong Kong, and Indonesia. His vision and leadership have shaped Maersk into the global shipping giant it is today.

The introduction of the dual-fuel methanol fleet aligns with Maersk’s ambitious decarbonization goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. Methanol, a lower emission alternative, has the potential to reduce GHG emissions by at least 65% compared to traditional fossil fuels, depending on the production process and feedstock. Maersk is advocating for regulatory measures that incentivize the use of cleaner fuels, bridging the cost gap between fossil fuels and environmentally friendly alternatives to make sustainable transport options more competitive and accessible.

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