MOLGAS Group Hails First Multi-Truck-to-Ship LNG Bunker Delivery at Port of Algeciras

by Ship & Bunker News Team
Thursday July 13, 2023

The MOLGAS Group has announced it successfully conducted an LNG commissioning and bunkering operation at the Port of Algeciras, Spain.

This operation marked a milestone as the first Multi Truck to Ship LNG bunker delivery at the port.

The operation saw the unloading of three LNG trucks simultaneously, followed by an additional three trucks, totalling six LNG trucks.

Such multi-truck bunkering operations can be performed with up to four trucks simultaneous, MOLGAS Group added.
 
"We are grateful for the exceptional cooperation and support from the Port of Algeciras," said Chief Operating Officer, Juan Menchero.

"Their professionalism and commitment to sustainable energy solutions made this operation a resounding success."

LNG as marine fuel has been growing in popularity in recent years, with LNG bunker advocates Society for Gas as Marine Fuel (SGMF) reporting there are currently 426 LNG-powered ships in operation.