Singapore’s bio-LNG supplier comes on board SEA-LNG coalition

SEA-LNG, a multi-sector industry coalition promoting LNG as a marine fuel, has welcomed a new member.

Singapore-headquartered bio-LNG supplier Straits Bio-LNG has joined the coalition to make ‘real strides’ in promoting LNG as a practical solution for shipping decarbonization.

Straits Bio-LNG is currently in the advanced stage of testing breaking down Empty Fruit Bunch (EFB) by an established biological process with high enzyme concentration in its R&D facility in Malaysia.

The company is also expected to play ‘a critical role’ in furthering bio-LNG expansion at scale to meet the demand.

Yiyong He, Director at Straits Bio-LNG, said: “We’re firmly convinced in the viability of the LNG pathway to decarbonise the shipping industry. With its very low carbon intensity and improving commerciality, liquified biomethane will be a critical piece of the puzzle for decarbonising the sector. By joining SEA-LNG, we’re proud to be part of a collection of first movers making real strides to make the LNG pathway a tangible reality today.”

LNG bunkering volumes have grown significantly in key bunkering hubs as more LNG-fueled vessels have entered into operation. The Maritime and Port