In an endeavor to promote a greener and more sustainable maritime environment, the colossal new ship built with a capacity of 5,500 cubic metres for storing Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) is ready to navigate the Gulf of Mexico waters. It was proudly christened ‘Clean Everglades’ on a past Tuesday at the acclaimed Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding facility, a fact confirmed by a statement released on the ship-builders portal.
Collaborative Success Ensuring a Greener Future
The voyage towards an eco-friendly maritime industry saw a giant leap as Polaris New Energy took a real-time initiative of incorporating LNG bunkering infrastructure across the United States. “We are extremely thrilled to embark on this journey, and the delivery of ‘Clean Everglades’ expands our business horizon to the Gulf of Mexico,” said Tim Casey, the CEO of Seaside LNG, cherishing the milestone in the statement. This significant event marks the inception of a promising phase, both for Polaris New Energy and the broader domain of sustainable shipping.
Crafting Extraordinary Vessels: A Testament to Professionalism
The fruitful collaboration with Fincantieri, the esteemed shipbuilding firm, is another feather in the cap, as the alliance has given birth to a second vessel of high caliber that mirrors professionalism and talent. High-quality construction and forward-thinking innovation promise a bright future for the precious freight present within the belly of Clean Everglades.
LNG: Paving the Path to Low-Emission Shipping
As the maritime industry gradually leans on the environmental scales, LNG currently holds the baton as the leading alternative fuel choice, outpacing other competitors in the field. With a setup that now spans virtually all primary bunkering locations, the reality of a cleaner, more sustainable maritime industry is a matter of ‘when’, not ‘if’.
This transformative journey of the shipping industry largely relies upon the introduction of bio and synthetic LNG at the ports, with shipping companies striving to slash down their greenhouse gas emissions. While absolute sustainability in shipping might seem a distant dream, the successful deployment of the Clean Everglades is a convincing step towards that ultimate goal.
