Breakthrough Co-loaded Vessel Voyage: Ammonia and Propane from US to Europe
Key Ideas
  • Trafigura and CF Industries completed the first co-loaded ammonia and propane shipment from the US to Europe, showcasing new possibilities for low-carbon fuel transport.
  • The project aimed to demonstrate efficient transport of low-carbon ammonia to ports with less demand, supporting the transition to alternative fuels.
  • Strict safety regulations and partnerships with industry leaders ensured the successful voyage, with ammonia destined for low-carbon fuel purposes and LPG for domestic heating.
  • CF Industries is advancing a carbon capture project to produce significant volumes of low-carbon ammonia, aligning with the growing demand for hydrogen-based low-carbon fuels.
Trafigura, a significant player in the global commodities industry, partnered with CF Industries to achieve a groundbreaking milestone in shipping. The collaboration resulted in the successful completion of the first-ever co-loaded ammonia and propane shipment from the US to Europe. This innovative operation aimed to showcase the viability of transporting low-carbon ammonia more economically and efficiently, particularly to ports with lower demand. By co-loading ammonia with liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), the project demonstrates a pathway to supporting the increasing availability of low emission fuels. The use of low-carbon ammonia is envisioned as a leading alternative fuel, with applications in coal co-firing and aiding the marine shipping industry's transition to lower-carbon options. The voyage involved careful planning and adherence to strict segregation requirements to prevent any crossover of materials. After crossing the Atlantic, the LPG and ammonia were discharged for different purposes. The LPG, obtained from Corpus Christi, Texas, was used for domestic heating after a ship-to-ship operation in the Mediterranean, while the ammonia, originating from CF Industries' Louisiana complex, was discharged at Tees Port for further use by CF Fertilisers UK. This successful shipment follows Trafigura's previous ship-to-ship transfer of ammonia in 2024 and highlights the potential for ammonia bunkering as demand grows for hydrogen-based low-carbon fuels. CF Industries' ongoing carbon capture and sequestration project at its manufacturing complex signifies a commitment to producing substantial volumes of low-carbon ammonia that align with the market's evolving needs. The industry leaders involved express enthusiasm for the future of low-carbon fuels and the innovative solutions shaping the hydrogen market.
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