Zero-Emission Shipping With Clean Ammonia from Australia to Asia

West Australia-East Asia Iron Ore Green Corridor Consortium studies feasibility of green corridor; Pilbara, Singapore as potential hubs.

Here’s an article posted in marineinsight.

According to the article,

1. Clean ammonia can power ships on the iron ore trade routes between West Australia and East Asia.
2. Zero-emission ships could be in operation as early as 2028, with a projected 5% adoption by 2030.
3. The necessary technologies are on track for development, enabling the deployment of clean ammonia-powered bulk carriers by 2028.

Several green corridors utilizing clean ammonia as a maritime fuel are being established globally, reflecting a growing trend toward decarbonization in shipping. Here are some notable examples:

1. Los Angeles to Shanghai Corridor: This corridor aims to facilitate the transition to zero-emission shipping by 2030. The ports of Los Angeles and Shanghai have announced plans to collaborate on this initiative, targeting the use of alternative low greenhouse gas emission fuels, including ammonia. The partnership includes major shipping companies and cargo owners, emphasizing a collective effort towards sustainable maritime practices.
2. Nordic Green Shipping Corridors: The Nordic Council of Ministers has identified intra-Nordic shipping routes as potential candidates for green corridors by 2030. This initiative aims to enhance regional cooperation in adopting green fuels, including ammonia, to reduce maritime emissions across Nordic countries.
3. Canadian Green Shipping Corridors Framework: Canada has developed a national framework to guide the establishment of green shipping corridors, focusing on clean fuels and technologies, including ammonia.

Here are the regions currently leading in the establishment of green shipping corridors:

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1. United States: Two significant corridors have been announced—Seattle to Alaska and Los Angeles to Shanghai. These routes are part of broader efforts to decarbonize shipping and promote the use of zero-emission fuels.
2. Nordic Countries: The Nordic region is actively pursuing green shipping corridors, with initiatives focusing on intra-Nordic routes. These efforts are supported by regional cooperation aimed at reducing emissions from maritime activities.
3. Australia: Australia is involved in the Australia-East Asia Iron Ore Green Corridor, which aims to utilize clean ammonia for shipping iron ore to East Asia. This initiative is part of a feasibility study that anticipates operational ammonia-powered ships by 2028.
4. Clydebank Declaration Signatories: At COP26, 22 countries, including the UK, Chile, and Australia, signed the Clydebank Declaration, committing to establish at least six green corridors by mid-decade.
5. C40 Cities: C40 Cities is working with various urban centers and their ports to establish green shipping corridors on some of the busiest routes globally.

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