K Line Receives First LNG-Fueled Car Carrier from Chinese Shipyard

September 2021, marks a strategic advancement in K Line 's commitment to environmentally sustainable shipping practices. The vessel is equipped with a dual-fuel, electronically controlled WinGD 7X62DF-2.1 engine, designed to minimize methane emissions while operating on LNG.The adoption of LNG as a primary fuel is a critical element in reducing the environmental impact of maritime operations. When compared to conventional heavy fuel oil, LNG offers a reduction in CO2 emissions by 25% to 30%, virtually eliminates sulfur oxides (SOx), and decreases nitrogen oxides (NOx) by approximately 75%, ensuring compliance with the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) stringent NOx Tier 3 regulations.This delivery underscores K Line ’s ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability within the global shipping industry.