https://www.mhi.com/news/241115.html

Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, held a christening and launch ceremony for the TRANS HARMONY EMERALD on November 15, 2024, at its Enoura Plant in Yamaguchi Prefecture. This marks the second LNG-powered roll-on/roll-off (RO/RO) vessel under construction for Toyofuji Shipping Co., Ltd. The vessel is scheduled for delivery in June 2025 following outfitting and sea trials.

Measuring 195 meters in length and 30.6 meters in breadth, the TRANS HARMONY EMERALD boasts a gross tonnage of 49,500 and a capacity to transport 3,000 passenger cars. Equipped with dual-fuel engines capable of operating on LNG or diesel, it achieves over 25% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to conventional fuel-oil-powered vessels. Additionally, sulfur oxide emissions are nearly eliminated, underscoring its environmental credentials.

This vessel follows the TRANS HARMONY GREEN, the first of the two LNG-powered RO/RO ships, launched in June 2024 and set for delivery in January 2025.Aligned with MHI Group's energy transition strategies, Mitsubishi Shipbuilding continues advancing sustainable maritime solutions. Through innovative shipbuilding, the company reaffirms its commitment to supporting low-carbon operations in the maritime industry and enhancing environmental performance at sea.

https://splash247.com/mitsubishi-shipbuilding-to-build-japans-first-methanol-fuelled-roros/

Toyofuji Shipping and Fukuju Shipping have each commissioned a methanol-powered roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) vessel from Mitsubishi Shipbuilding, marking the first of their kind to be built in Japan. The new builds are scheduled for delivery by the end of fiscal 2027.These 169.9-meter-long dual-fuel vessels, designed to carry 2,300 cars each, will feature advanced windshields and are intended for domestic deployment. The financial details of the contracts have not been disclosed.Methanol is emerging as a significant player in the alternative fuel market for new ship constructions. According to the classification society DNV, the first five months of 2024 saw 70 new orders for methanol-fueled vessels, representing 55% of all new orders for ships powered by alternative fuels this year.

This surge highlights the maritime industry's shift towards more sustainable energy sources. The adoption of methanol is being driven by its potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with stricter environmental regulations.The orders by Toyofuji and Fukuju Shipping reflect a broader industry trend towards greener shipping solutions, with methanol gaining traction as a viable alternative to traditional marine fuels. The successful implementation of these vessels could pave the way for more widespread adoption of methanol-powered ships in Japan and beyond.

https://www.offshore-energy.biz/mitsubishi-splashes-toyofuji-shippings-lng-powered-roro-ship/

On June 7, 2024, Mitsubishi Shipbuilding, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), held a christening and launch ceremony for the first of two new liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) ships under construction for Japanese Toyofuji Shipping. The ceremony took place at the Enoura Plant of MHI’s Shimonoseki Shipyard & Machinery Works in Yamaguchi Prefecture.

The vessel, named Trans Harmony Green, measures approximately 195 meters in length, 30.6 meters in breadth, and has a gross tonnage of around 49,500. It is designed to simultaneously transport about 3,000 passenger cars. The ship features dual-fuel engines for both its main engine and main generator, capable of operating on LNG or diesel fuel.According to MHI, these engines are expected to achieve a greater than 25% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to conventional ships of similar size powered by fuel oil. Additionally, the engines will significantly reduce SOx (sulfur oxide) emissions to near zero, thus contributing to a reduced environmental footprint.Following the completion of outfitting work and sea trials, Trans Harmony Green is scheduled for handover in late January 2025. It will operate as a RoRo vessel on shipping routes across Asia.