Can green ammonia become the first financially viable ZNZ fuel?
Renewable fuels with zero or near-zero (ZNZ) emissions may seem a distant and expensive prospect for many ship operators. A recent report from WinGD and Envision shows how fast that could change, writes Fabio Cococcetta, Product Manager – Engines.
WinGD secures engine order for 12-vessel VLCC newbuild programme
WinGD has secured an order to supply main engines for a series of 12 Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) being built at Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding, China, for Dynacom, supporting the delivery of a new generation of efficient, reliable and regulation-ready tanker tonnage.
Since early in shipping’s decarbonisation process, LNG has been viewed by many as a pragmatic fuel: a lower-emissions option that avoids the cost and technology risks associated with green fuels until a better solution emerges. That transition may now last longer than expected.
📩 In case you missed it: The latest WinGD Xtra is out!
From world-firsts in ammonia and ethanol propulsion to major LNG milestones, the latest edition of WinGD Xtra brings together the stories shaping the future of marine propulsion.
In this issue: - WinGD powers the delivery of the world's first…
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📩 In case you missed it: The latest WinGD Xtra is out!
From world-firsts in ammonia and ethanol propulsion to major LNG milestones, the latest edition of WinGD Xtra brings together the stories shaping the future of marine propulsion.
In this issue: - WinGD powers the delivery of the world's first ocean-going ammonia-fuelled vessel, ANTWERPEN, to EXMAR - WinGD secures the world's first ethanol-fuelled engine orders for ocean-going ships - WinGD achieves another ammonia milestone with first X72DF-A engine approval - WinGD celebrates another dual-fuel milestone as Maersk takes delivery of the methanol-capable Tema Maersk - WinGD validates further progress in ammonia engine development with its latest Factory Acceptance Test (FAT)
🌊 The next chapter for ammonia-powered shipping starts at sea
The successful completion of Exmar’s ANTWERPEN's first commercial voyage using ammonia as fuel marks another important milestone for the maritime industry's energy transition.
Powered by WinGD Ltd.'s X-DF-A ammonia dual-fuel engine…
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🌊 The next chapter for ammonia-powered shipping starts at sea
The successful completion of Exmar’s ANTWERPEN's first commercial voyage using ammonia as fuel marks another important milestone for the maritime industry's energy transition.
Powered by WinGD Ltd.'s X-DF-A ammonia dual-fuel engine technology, the vessel has demonstrated that ammonia propulsion can perform reliably in commercial operation, building on years of development, testing and close collaboration across the industry.
🤝 This achievement is the result of close collaboration, engineering excellence and, importantly, the commitment of the vessel's crew. Together, these efforts have turned the potential of ammonia propulsion into operational reality.
Congratulations to EXMAR and all partners involved on this significant step forward.
📺 Watch the story behind the voyage below 👇
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🔍 Keeping ammonia engines on course with real-time digital monitoring
As ammonia-powered vessels enter commercial service, digital technologies will play a critical role in ensuring safe, reliable and efficient operations.
In a recent interview with Marine Propulsion & Auxiliary Machinery Community,…
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🔍 Keeping ammonia engines on course with real-time digital monitoring
As ammonia-powered vessels enter commercial service, digital technologies will play a critical role in ensuring safe, reliable and efficient operations.
In a recent interview with Marine Propulsion & Auxiliary Machinery Community, WinGD Ltd.'s Product Manager, Digital, John N., explains how our WiDE platform uses real-time monitoring and advanced diagnostics to support the performance of our X-DF-A ammonia engine throughout its operational life.
🟢Can green ammonia become the first financially viable ZNZ fuel?
For years, green ammonia has been seen as one of shipping's most promising zero or near-zero (ZNZ) fuels. But one question has always overshadowed its potential. Can it ever compete commercially?
While regulation remains an important…
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🟢Can green ammonia become the first financially viable ZNZ fuel?
For years, green ammonia has been seen as one of shipping's most promising zero or near-zero (ZNZ) fuels. But one question has always overshadowed its potential. Can it ever compete commercially?
While regulation remains an important driver of maritime decarbonisation, shipowners ultimately need fuels that make economic sense as well as environmental.
📊 Our latest joint study with Envision Energy suggests that green ammonia may be approaching an important turning point. As production scales, fuel costs fall and carbon pricing evolves, it could become one of the first ZNZ fuels with a credible commercial business case over a vessel's lifetime.
In this article, Product Manager - Engines at WinGD Ltd., Fabio Cococcetta, explores the findings of the study, examining the role of fuel economics, regulation and production scale in shaping green ammonia's future as a marine fuel.
👇Read the full article below and join the discussion. Could green ammonia become the first commercially viable ZNZ fuel for deep-sea shipping?
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🎥 X-DF milestone series | Part 3 of 3: Every successful technology begins with confidence in an idea
When WinGD Ltd. launched X-DF, there were questions about LNG infrastructure, operational complexity and market readiness. Today, with more than 1,000 X-DF LNG engines ordered, the platform has…
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🎥 X-DF milestone series | Part 3 of 3: Every successful technology begins with confidence in an idea
When WinGD Ltd. launched X-DF, there were questions about LNG infrastructure, operational complexity and market readiness. Today, with more than 1,000 X-DF LNG engines ordered, the platform has become the benchmark for low-pressure dual-fuel propulsion.
For Carmelo Cartalemi, Global Sales, the journey demonstrates more than the success of a single engine platform. It reinforces the value of combining innovative technology with a clear focus on customer needs, providing a strong foundation as WinGD continues to advance propulsion solutions for LNG, ammonia, methanol, ethanol and LPG.
In the final video of our series, Carmelo reflects on what the X-DF journey has taught us and why those lessons give WinGD confidence for the next generation of fuel-flexible engine technologies.
📺 Watch the video below 👇
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🎉 Supporting the next generation of talent; inspiring innovation
Congratulations to our seven apprentices who have successfully completed their vocational education and training (VET) programme and earned their Federal VET Diploma (EFZ).
This year's graduates completed apprenticeships across business…
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🎉 Supporting the next generation of talent; inspiring innovation
Congratulations to our seven apprentices who have successfully completed their vocational education and training (VET) programme and earned their Federal VET Diploma (EFZ).
This year's graduates completed apprenticeships across business, design engineering, plant & apparatus engineering, automation engineering and polymechanics.
At WinGD, we believe innovation starts with people, and as shipping continues its transition towards lower-emission operations and new fuel technologies, investing in the next generation of skilled professionals has never been more important.
By supporting the development of future engineers, technicians, specialists and professionals, we are investing not only in our people, but in the long-term success of our industry and the skills that will shape maritime for decades to come.
👏 Congratulations once again to all our apprentices. We wish you every success as you take the next step in your careers.
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🌿 Could biofuels become a bigger part of shipping's fuel mix?
Shipping's fuel transition continues to gather pace, with biofuels playing an increasingly important role in the industry's decarbonisation journey.
WinGD Ltd.'s Executive Director of Sales, Volkmar Galke, recently shared his perspective…
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🌿 Could biofuels become a bigger part of shipping's fuel mix?
Shipping's fuel transition continues to gather pace, with biofuels playing an increasingly important role in the industry's decarbonisation journey.
WinGD Ltd.'s Executive Director of Sales, Volkmar Galke, recently shared his perspective with Cassidy Walter from Successful Farming, discussing the commercial realities of marine fuel choices and the opportunities emerging as the sector explores lower-emission alternatives.
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🎥 X-DF milestone series | Part 2 of 3: What has made WinGD Ltd.’s LNG X-DF one of the most successful dual-fuel engine platforms in shipping?
For Benny Hilstroem, VP Market Development, the answer lies in its ability to continuously evolve. Through ongoing development and innovation, X-DF has helped…
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🎥 X-DF milestone series | Part 2 of 3: What has made WinGD Ltd.’s LNG X-DF one of the most successful dual-fuel engine platforms in shipping?
For Benny Hilstroem, VP Market Development, the answer lies in its ability to continuously evolve. Through ongoing development and innovation, X-DF has helped shipowners reduce fuel consumption, lower emissions and optimise operational performance while maintaining the simplicity and reliability that operators value.
As LNG propulsion technology continues to advance, innovations such as Variable Compression Ratio (VCR) technology are helping unlock further efficiency gains and emissions reductions, ensuring X-DF remains ready to meet the needs of today's and tomorrow's fleets.
In the second video of our series, Benny shares his perspective on the factors that have driven X-DF's success and why he sees a strong future ahead for the platform.
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🎥 X-DF milestone series | Part 1 of 3: +1,000 X-DF LNG engines ordered
For WinGD Ltd. CEO Dominik Schneiter, this milestone represents far more than a number. It reflects more than a decade of continuous innovation, development and collaboration across the industry.
From overcoming early technical…
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🎥 X-DF milestone series | Part 1 of 3: +1,000 X-DF LNG engines ordered
For WinGD Ltd. CEO Dominik Schneiter, this milestone represents far more than a number. It reflects more than a decade of continuous innovation, development and collaboration across the industry.
From overcoming early technical challenges to delivering one of the world's most successful dual-fuel engine platforms, the X-DF journey demonstrates what can be achieved when new technologies are developed with reliability, operational simplicity and customer requirements at their core.
Importantly, the lessons learned along the way continue to shape WinGD's approach to the next generation of fuel-flexible engine technologies.
In the first video of our series, Dominik shares his reflections on what the 1,000th X-DF engine order means for WinGD, our customers and the future of marine propulsion.
▶️Watch the video below 👇
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⚓Another major vote of confidence in proven tanker propulsion
WinGD Ltd. has secured an order to supply main engines for 12 new Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) being built for Dynacom Tankers Management, Ltd. at Hudong Zhonghua Shipbuilding (group) Co., Ltd. China.
Each vessel will be powered by the…
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⚓Another major vote of confidence in proven tanker propulsion
WinGD Ltd. has secured an order to supply main engines for 12 new Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) being built for Dynacom Tankers Management, Ltd. at Hudong Zhonghua Shipbuilding (group) Co., Ltd. China.
Each vessel will be powered by the 6X82-2.0 low-speed engine, combining proven in-service performance with the efficiency, reliability and operational value demanded by today's tanker market.
Announced at Posidonia, the order comes amid strong momentum in the VLCC sector, with owners placing significant investment in modern vessels designed to enhance efficiency, competitiveness and long-term operational performance.
This latest contract further demonstrates the confidence owners continue to place in WinGD's propulsion technology and long-term partnership approach.
🔗Read the full announcement via the link in the comments below 👇
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