LNG as a bunker fuel by 2020

Singapore Minister for Transport Lui Tuck Yew said “We are working towards LNG bunkering in Singapore by 2020, hopefully earlier if possible. Singapore plans to start a pilot programme by early 2017 to fund up to SGD 2m ($1.56m) per vessel for up to six LNG-fueled vessels.
There are several established modes of LNG delivery such as the use of iso-tank containers, ship-to-ship transfer and terminal-to-ship transfer. For the purpose of this pilot programme, the Maritime Port Authority (MPA) is evaluating the most cost-effective mode of LNG delivery to test and establish operational standards and procedures. MPA is also exploring the use of technology to automate bunkering processes to reduce manpower needs on bunker tankers. MPA is working on the concept of electronic Bunker Delivery Notes (e-BDNs) which will allow instantaneous transfer of bunkering data to both buyers and sellers. Where paper-based bunker delivery notes are currently used as documents for invoicing and payments, the e-BDN will increase the productivity of all stakeholders involved in the supply chain and minimise the possibility of human error."