Meet the Captain of the world's first container vessel sailing on green methanol

Summary

Brian Sarson, responsible for the safety of a pioneering carbon-neutral vessel, explains the vessel's groundbreaking technology. It is the first in the world to run on methanol, both for the main and auxiliary engines, making it fully carbon-neutral. This vessel marks the start of a new building program aimed at creating more methanol-powered vessels in the future. Currently on its maiden voyage from South Korea, the ship will travel through Singapore and the Red Sea, eventually reaching Northern Europe, where a ceremony will be held in Copenhagen to celebrate this environmental milestone.

Takeaways

• 😀 Brian Sarson is responsible for the safety of the vessel, crew, and cargo.
• 😀 The vessel is the first in the world to run on methanol as fuel for both the main and auxiliary engines.
• 😀 This is a carbon-neutral vessel, utilizing non-fossil fuels for its operations.
• 😀 The vessel is part of a new building program aimed at introducing methanol-powered ships.
• 😀 The project will provide valuable experience with methanol engines to be shared with future vessels.
• 😀 The vessel is currently on its maiden voyage, having been built and delivered from a shipyard in South Korea.
• 😀 The maiden voyage will take the vessel from South Korea to Singapore and the Red Sea, before heading to Northern Europe.
• 😀 The final destination of the voyage is Copenhagen, where a ceremony will take place.
• 😀 The vessel is setting a precedent for sustainable shipping by using non-fossil fuels and carbon-neutral technology.
• 😀 The collaboration between the captain, crew, and chief engineer is crucial for ensuring the vessel's safety and operational success.

Q & A

What is Brian Sarson's role on the vessel?

Brian Sarson is responsible for the overall safety of the vessel, crew, and cargo, working in cooperation with the chief engineer.

What is unique about the vessel mentioned in the transcript?

The vessel is the first in the world to run on methanol as its fuel for both the main engine and auxiliary engines, making it carbon-neutral.

What type of fuel is being used on the vessel?

The vessel uses non-fossil fuels, specifically methanol, which helps it maintain carbon neutrality.

What does the vessel's use of methanol engines signify for the future of shipping?

The vessel is part of a new building program that provides experience with methanol engines, which will be passed on to future vessels in the shipping industry.

Where is the vessel currently located during its maiden voyage?

The vessel is currently on its maiden voyage, departing from the shipyard in South Korea, heading towards Singapore, then through the Red Sea, and ultimately to Northern Europe.

What event is planned for the vessel upon its arrival in Northern Europe?

Upon reaching Northern Europe, a ceremony will take place in Copenhagen to celebrate the vessel's successful journey.

How does the vessel's carbon-neutral feature impact the environment?

By using non-fossil fuels, the vessel reduces its carbon emissions, contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable shipping industry.

What is the importance of this vessel in the context of new vessel construction?

This vessel is the first of its kind in a new building program that will set the standard for future vessels, emphasizing sustainability and the use of methanol engines.

What role does the chief engineer play in the vessel’s operation?

The chief engineer works alongside Brian Sarson to ensure the safety and efficient operation of the vessel, particularly focusing on the methanol engines.

What is the significance of the maiden voyage route of the vessel?

The maiden voyage route is significant as it marks the beginning of the vessel's journey from its shipyard in South Korea to its final destination in Copenhagen, with a key focus on proving the vessel's operational capabilities on non-fossil fuels.