Diversified miner Anglo American announced on Wednesday that it took delivery of its 10th and final liquefied natural gas (LNG) dual-fuelled bulk carrier.
The vessel, the Ubuntu Liberty, will sail from China to SA on its maiden voyage to collect iron ore from Saldanha Bay.
The 10 Capesize+ LNG dual-fuelled bulk carriers, that were built over three years, will contribute to Anglo American minimising its environmental footprint, said Matt Walker CEO of the group’s marketing business.
The vessels offer an estimated 35% reduction in emissions compared with ships fuelled by conventional marine oil fuel, the group said.
“By adopting more sustainable and lower-carbon fuel options like LNG, we are contributing to a cleaner, greener future for the maritime industry. Our customers have shown keen interest in accessing our Ubuntu freight, demonstrating growing recognition of the value of sustainable shipping as part of a more sustainable supply chain that end consumers increasingly expect,” Walker said in a statement.
In 2022, the shipping industry was responsible for almost 3% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions.
Anglo American has committed to achieving carbon neutrality across all of its operations by 2040 including its controlled ocean freight and the Ubuntu fleet is a key component.
The LNG dual-fuelled vessels offer an estimated 35% reduction in emissions compared to ships fuelled by conventional marine oil fuel, the group said.
According to the company, since the first vessel was loaded in early 2023, the Ubuntu fleet has successfully and safely moved 6.4-million tonnes of iron ore and steelmaking coal across global shipping routes.
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