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Sanlorenzo advances sustainable yachting with methanol engine testing in Sardinia

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 21
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What happened

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Sanlorenzo debuted its new yacht, SHE, at the Cannes Yachting Festival. As part of its 'Road to 2030' strategy, the company completed testing of a bi-fuel engine that runs on methanol. Sanlorenzo is also supporting the creation of a biomethanol production facility in Sardinia.

From observer.com

Why it matters

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The initiative marks a strategic shift in the superyacht industry toward alternative fuels and energy storage, including a collaboration with BYD on energy storage. The support for the biomethanol facility in Sardinia relates to Italy's strategic energy transition.

From observer.com

Who's involved

  • SardiniaLocation where Sanlorenzo is supporting the biomethanol production facility.
  • ItalyCountry where the biomethanol facility is located and where Sanlorenzo operates.
  • OlbiaItalian commune in Sardinia that could benefit from high-end yachting investment.
  • GreeceCountry neighboring the Ionian Islands, which may see regional spillover from infrastructure projects.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • ItalySpeculative

    Italy might see its strategic energy transition supported by the biomethanol facility.

  • OlbiaSpeculative

    Olbia might see its regional economy boosted by high-end yachting and industrial investment.

  • SardiniaSpeculative

    Sardinia might see its industrial segment benefit from the support of the biomethanol production facility.

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