PrimeServ Academy Shanghai and Green Marine have announced a strategic collaboration in the field of Methanol Training, aimed at supporting the maritime industry’s transition to methanol as a marine fuel.
The collaboration aims to provide comprehensive training solutions to address the knowledge gaps between theoretical regulation and practical experience in the use of methanol as a marine fuel. Green Marine, a Denmark-headquartered company, has developed a specialised training programme for crews on methanol dual-fuel vessels, leveraging over a decade of experience in methanol dual-fuel vessel operations, from design consultancy to newbuilding construction supervision, and ME-LGIM Engine operations.
Martin Lyager Hansen, Head of PrimeServ Marine & Power, MAN Energy Solutions, said: “I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the successful signing of this strategic collaboration agreement between PrimeServ Academy Shanghai and Green Marine. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in our shared commitment to sustainable maritime practices and innovative energy solutions. The establishment of this training programme is a testament to our mutual vision of promoting methanol as a viable and environmentally friendly fuel option. We are excited about the positive impact it will have on the industry and look forward to working closely with Green Marine to ensure the success of this training agreement.”
Donnie Bagang, MD Technical Division Asia, Green Marine Engineering, added: “Green Marine’s team, consisting of captains and chief engineers with first-hand knowledge of working with methanol as a fuel, is well-equipped to provide practical insights and support crews in adopting methanol dual-fuel technology safely. This collaboration with PrimeServ Academy Shanghai is expected to further enhance the industry’s capabilities in handling and operating methanol-fuelled vessels, contributing to a greener and more sustainable future for shipping.”
The curriculum can be delivered in the MAN-ES Academy Shanghai classroom, addressing the knowledge gaps between theoretical safety regulation and practical experience in the use of methanol as a marine fuel. This collaboration programme supplements baseline regulatory safety training with practical, experience-based learning, providing participants with a basic and/or advanced – safety, handling and bunker training in addition with the PrimeServ ME-LGIM engine course.
The partnership underscores the companies’ shared commitment to promoting green technologies and achieving progress in sustainability goals.
Image: Signing of partnership agreement between Green Marine and MAN PrimeServ Shanghai (source: Green Marine)
