Pioneering Green Maritime Fuel Project Planned for Texas City
Key Ideas
- Galveston LNG Bunker Port LLC partners with Loa Carbon to develop a supply chain for e-LNG fuel targeting the U.S. Gulf Coast maritime market.
- E-LNG, produced using renewable electricity to generate hydrogen via electrolysis, is considered a cleaner alternative to conventional LNG.
- The project, scheduled to begin operations in 2028, aims to be the first dedicated marine LNG liquefaction terminal in the region, serving major ports like Port Houston and Port of Galveston.
- The collaborative effort leverages advantages of Texas City, including access to industrial CO₂ sources and low-cost renewable energy, to provide shipowners with a scalable, cost-transparent, ultra-low-carbon fuel option.
Galveston LNG Bunker Port LLC (GLBP) has signed a letter of intent with Loa Carbon to develop a supply chain for e-LNG fuel in Texas City targeting the U.S. Gulf Coast maritime market. E-LNG, produced using renewable electricity and hydrogen via electrolysis, offers a carbon-neutral alternative to conventional LNG. The project, led by Pilot LNG and Seapath Group, is set to begin operations in 2028, pioneering as the first marine LNG liquefaction terminal in the region. By co-locating e-methane production units at the site, Loa Carbon will enable direct injection into terminal city gate systems for regulatory compliance. The project capitalizes on Texas City's advantages, including CO₂ sources, renewable energy market, and federal hydrogen production tax credit. GLBP aims to offer low-carbon e-LNG to customers, providing one of the lowest Carbon Intensity scores in North America. This strategic partnership emphasizes sustainability and aims to reduce overall emissions compared to traditional LNG bunker fuel delivery methods. With federal permits secured, the project will be developed in two phases with significant daily capacity and storage tanks.
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