LNG bunkering pontoons on inland waters in China

Fan, Hongjun; Xu, Jian; Shunping, Wu; Shi, Guozheng; Guan, Wenfeng

doi:10.1016/j.ngib.2018.04.001

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“…Concerning bunkering refueling of LNG ships on inland waterways, a study was conducted in China proposing the concept of LNG bunkering pontoons as a promising solution [19] to address the problem of the LNG filling difficulty in natural rivers due to the seasonal change of channel width. The design study proves the feasibility of LNG bunkering pontoons assuming the role of floating LNG bunkering station in terms of safety, reliability and management.…”

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“…Current studies are mainly focusing on the policies and laws that should be imposed in order to support the extension of facilities and services in ports for the wide adoption and use of LNG as ship fuel [2], [9], [10], while others are examining the safety issues by performing risk assessment with respect to safety zones in LNG ports [11]- [14]. When it comes to the development and installation of LNG systems in ports, some studies are focusing of the design aspects of the network [15]- [18] and the queuing system [19]- [21].…”

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A stochastic modelling and optimization for the design of an LNG refuelling system in the Piraeus Port Region

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et al. 2022

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Port activity is assumed to be an integral part of maritime activity. Ships are supplied with water, food, fuel, electricity, spare parts and consumables when they are berthed in Ports. Therefore, the purpose of the service system is to reduce the waiting cost, from the time the ship’s arrival until its service. Delays in the system, and particularly in the queuing system, could occur due to irregularities in the ships’ arrival time causing uncertainty in time of service. On the contrary, a complex waiting system would require an increased commitment of capital for the construction and maintenance of appropriate infrastructure. As such an optimum size and operation of the port service system must be identified. To address this problem, this study presents a method for maximizing port administrator’s profit, by modelling and optimizing the waiting system based on Monte Carlo simulation techniques. Port of Piraeus is used to test the method. The case study assumes increased bunkering port calls due to the addition of an LNG refuelling station. The results showed that a range of 3 to 5 stations generate high profit while using too many service stations could lead to deteriorations of the profit.

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A stochastic modelling and optimization for the design of an LNG refuelling system in the Piraeus Port Region

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Papaleonidas

et al. 2022

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“…Wan et al [13] recommended the application of LNG in the Chinese shipping industry and simultaneously provided useful information to ship owners and LNG bunkering suppliers and policymakers for decision-making regarding the development of LNG-fueled ships. Fan et al [35] provided a literature review on China's LNG bunkering policy to control ship ECAs in the Pearl River Delta, Yangtze River Delta, and around the Bohai Sea (Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei). These scholars presented solutions designed to solve the fueling difficulty for LNG ships on inland waterways and suggestions for safe and reliable practices through LNG bunkering pontoons [35].…”

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“…Fan et al [35] provided a literature review on China's LNG bunkering policy to control ship ECAs in the Pearl River Delta, Yangtze River Delta, and around the Bohai Sea (Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei). These scholars presented solutions designed to solve the fueling difficulty for LNG ships on inland waterways and suggestions for safe and reliable practices through LNG bunkering pontoons [35]. Wan et al [36] examined the evaluation criteria established to support relevant LNG-fueled ship development policymaking in many countries.…”

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“…Furthermore, it promotes a two-track policy that expands targets from general cargo ships to passenger ships and ships carrying dangerous goods, thus enhancing the provision and construction of LNG bunkering infrastructure, support for science and technology and management supervision, and a continuous system of innovation. Particularly, in terms of microlevel financial support, the Chinese Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Transport established a linear standardized fund management system in 2014 to support construction funds needed to build LNG-fueled ships for inland waterways [35].…”

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Improving Liquefied Natural Gas Bunkering in Korea through the Chinese and Japanese Experiences

Ung

Ho³

et al. 2020

Sustainability

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The International Maritime Organization has strengthened global environmental regulations related to sulfur and nitrogen oxides contained in ship fuel oil since the beginning of 2020. One strategy to comply with the regulations is to fuel ships with liquefied natural gas (LNG) rather than with traditional heavy fuel oil. China and Japan are both developing a business structure for the bunkering of LNG through public–private partnerships to expand their leadership in the field in Northeast Asia and secure a competitive advantage. Compared to China and Japan, Korea has relatively inadequate laws, policy support, and best practices for safe and efficient LNG bunkering for ships. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the LNG bunkering regulation systems in China and Japan and addresses how these systems can be mirrored by Korea to improve the Korean system. It compares the legislative and normative rules of China and Japan regarding the complex global scenario of maritime transportation. The results show that Korea must revise its guidelines and create the advanced institutional framework required for the LNG bunkering market to support an eco-friendly shipping industry and maintain a competitive edge against China and Japan.

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A Stochastic Modelling and Optimization for the Design of an LNG Refuelling System in the Piraeus Port Region

Charis Ntakolia,

Douloumpekis,

Papaleonidas

et al. 2023

Oper. Res. Forum

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Port activity is assumed to be an integral part of maritime activity. Ships are supplied with water, food, fuel, electricity, spare parts and consumables when they are berthed in ports. Therefore, the purpose of the service system is to reduce the waiting cost, from the time the ship’s arrival until its service. Delays in the system, and particularly in the queuing system, could occur due to irregularities in the ships’ arrival time causing uncertainty in time of service. On the contrary, a complex waiting system would require an increased commitment of capital for the construction and maintenance of appropriate infrastructure. As such an optimum size and operation of the port service system must be identified. To address this problem, this study presents a method for maximizing port administrator’s profit, by modelling and optimizing the waiting system based on Monte Carlo simulation techniques. Port of Piraeus is used to test the method. The case study assumes increased bunkering port calls due to the addition of a liquified natural gas (LNG) refuelling station. The results showed that a range of 3 to 5 stations generate high profit while using too many service stations could lead to deteriorations of the profit.

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LNG bunkering pontoons on inland waters in China

Cited by 8 publications

References 2 publications

A stochastic modelling and optimization for the design of an LNG refuelling system in the Piraeus Port Region

A stochastic modelling and optimization for the design of an LNG refuelling system in the Piraeus Port Region

Improving Liquefied Natural Gas Bunkering in Korea through the Chinese and Japanese Experiences

A Stochastic Modelling and Optimization for the Design of an LNG Refuelling System in the Piraeus Port Region

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