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Shanghai Electric Achieves Historic Biomethanol Bunkering Milestone

On August 17, Shanghai Electric (SEHK: 02727, SSE: 601727), in collaboration with the Shanghai International Port Group and CMA CGM Group, completed a monumental bunkering operation involving 8,000 metric tons of biomethanol at Yangshan Port in Shanghai. This monumental operation has not only set a new record as the largest single fueling event of its kind globally but also emphasizes a significant advancement in the field of sustainable maritime fuel.

The ceremony, themed "Green Fuel for the World - Lead the Future," showcased the commitment of participating organizations to promoting environmentally friendly energy solutions. The primary supplier of the biomethanol used in this operation was Shanghai Electric's Taonan Eco-friendly Methanol Project, which has achieved stable and large-scale production.

This remarkable achievement can be attributed to an entirely integrated inter-provincial supply chain for clean fuel, marking a significant innovation in the maritime energy sector. Earlier this year, on June 30, during the Shanghai International Shipping Green Fuel Sustainable Development Conference, Shanghai, along with Jilin and Liaoning provinces, officially announced the initiation of a joint clean fuel transport corridor. This corridor established a dedicated route for biomethanol transport from northern regions to southern ports, involving production at the Taonan facility in Jilin, transit and storage at Dalian Port, and final bunkering at Shanghai Port.

The Taonan eco-friendly methanol production facility harnesses the local abundant wind and solar energy resources, using biomass as raw materials. Equipped with self-developed comprehensive technological systems and key equipment, it stands as the world's first large-scale biomanufacturing plant combining clean electricity and biomass to produce biomethanol. This facility not only satisfies the demands of Shanghai's International Shipping Center for vessel bunkering but also plays a crucial role in developing the three major centers of clean fuel for international shipping.

Looking ahead, Shanghai Electric is committed to enhancing its complete production and sales chain that covers the production, storage, transportation, and application of various eco-friendly fuels. The company aims to accelerate research into key foundational technologies while further refining its integrated solution chain for clean fuels. In line with technological innovation, Shanghai Electric collaborates with its partners to advance the construction of the second phase of the Taonan project, which focuses on synthesizing eco-friendly methanol and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This phase integrates green hydrogen production with biomass gasification, paving the way for increased capacities in supplying clean fuel for maritime and aviation sectors.

Shanghai Electric is dedicated to contributing towards China's national goals of peak carbon emissions and carbon neutrality, while also fostering the global transition towards low-carbon, clean energy systems. As the maritime industry continues to evolve towards sustainable practices, this landmark operation signifies not only a technological achievement but also a broader commitment to environmental stewardship in the energy sector.

This record-breaking event serves as an inspiration for future endeavors in clean energy initiatives and demonstrates the potential for large-scale applications of biomethanol as a sustainable maritime fuel. The collaborative efforts between industry leaders underscore the importance of partnerships in achieving significant environmental milestones, paving the way for a greener future in global shipping and energy consumption.

With Shanghai Electric at the forefront of this green transition, the future of sustainable maritime operations looks promising, as they continue to lead innovation in clean fuel technologies.