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Tradewinds: WinGD set to embark on first pilot project with a shipowner for its new ethanol engine

  • 01 October 2025
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Tradewinds: WinGD set to embark on first pilot project with a shipowner for its new ethanol engine

In a recent article with TradeWinds, Dominik Schneiter, CEO discusses WinGD's plans to install its first ethanol-fuelled engine on a vessel delivering in 2027, signalling a bold move to position ethanol as a credible alternative to methanol in shipping. 

“If the International Maritime Organization’s Net-zero framework is adopted in mid-October, there's certainly a beautiful case for those who have ethanol capabilities installed already.”

Dominik Schneiter
Dominik Schneiter
CEO , WinGD


Read more to hear Dominik discuss the fuel’s handling benefits, growing availability and competitive pricing as key factors that could make it a strong contender in maritime decarbonisation.

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