Maersk Names First Vessel of Large Methanol-enabled Fleet “Ane Maersk”

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Ane Mærsk

The world’s first large methanol-enabled container vessel was named “Ane Mærsk” at a ceremony in the HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) shipyard in Ulsan, South Korea. The vessel is named after Ane Mærsk Mc-Kinney Uggla, the Chair of the A.P. Moller Foundation and A.P. Moller Holding. Ane’s eldest granddaughter served as godmother and christened the vessel by breaking a champagne bottle over the bow.

“Ane Mærsk” is the first of Maersk’s 18 large methanol-enabled vessels that will be delivered between 2024 and 2025. It is the world’s second methanol-enabled container vessel. At the beginning of February, it will enter service on the AE7 string connecting Asia and Europe, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to pioneering low-emissions shipping solutions. The vessels in the new series have an industry-first innovative design, with the bridge and accommodation placed at the very front of the vessel, which ensures fuel-efficient operations.

“This series of vessels will transform our ambition to progress on our industry-leading climate ambitions. It is visual and operational proof of our commitment to a more sustainable industry. With “Ane Mærsk” and her sister vessels, we are expanding our offer to the growing number of businesses aiming to reduce emissions from their supply chains,” says Vincent Clerc, Chief Executive Officer of A.P. Moller-Maersk.

“Ane Mærsk” will begin her maiden voyage on green methanol, and Maersk continues to work diligently on 2024-2025 sourcing and bunkering solutions for its methanol-enabled vessel fleet.

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