World's First Ethanol-Capable G80 Engine for VLOCs Completes Testing
Everllence and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries have validated ethanol-ready two-stroke propulsion destined for a Shandong Shipping newbuilding.
Research and development testing has concluded on what developer Everllence identifies as the world's first G80 ethanol-capable marine engine. The trial marks a notable technical development in the rollout of alternative fuel systems for large-scale dry bulk tonnage.
The testing program was conducted at the facilities of HD Hyundai Heavy Industries' Engine and Machinery Division in South Korea, validating the engineering and combustion parameters of the unit under test conditions.
The newly tested engine is scheduled for installation aboard the third vessel in an ongoing newbuilding program consisting of 10 Very Large Ore Carriers (VLOCs) ordered by Chinese owner Shandong Shipping.
The application of ethanol-burning capability to the VLOC sector highlights ongoing commercial interest in diversifying marine fuel options for the long-haul iron ore trades.
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