Japan Engine Corporation receives order for ammonia-fueled PCTC engines
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Updated Oct 1
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What happened
Japan Engine Corporation received orders for four units of the “6UEC60LSJA-HPSCR” main engine, which is a fully Japan-made ammonia-fueled unit. These engines will power four ammonia-fueled Pure Car and Truck Carriers (PCTCs). The vessels are part of a larger project involving seven companies aimed at decarbonizing international shipping.
Why it matters
The project seeks to establish an ammonia fuel supply chain based in the Chubu region of Japan and accelerate the creation of an ammonia market. Japan Engine Corporation is participating as the main engine manufacturer in this integrated effort.
Who's involved
- Japan Engine CorporationMain engine manufacturer supplying the ammonia-fueled PCTCs
- NYKOne of the companies involved in the project and an end-user of the new fleet
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