Maersk Orders 12 LNG Dual-Fuel Container Ships amid Fuel Strategy Shift
Maersk Line has commissioned 12 LNG dual-fuelled container ships from a Chinese shipyard for $200 million each, with delivery expected in 2028. The total contract value could reach $2.4 billion. The shift towards LNG reflects uncertainties in green methanol availability and the challenges shipping companies face in meeting decarbonization goals while maintaining operational efficiency.