SINGAPORE – July 10, 2025 — Shell Marine, a global leader in marine fuels and lubricants, has reached another key milestone in the maritime industry’s decarbonisation journey with the safe and successful completion of its first Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) bunkering operation for HYUNDAI GLOVIS in Singapore. This collaboration signals the accelerating transition toward cleaner marine fuels, especially in the fast-growing pure car and truck carrier (PCTC) segment.
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Hyundai Glovis’s Green Ambition: Sustainable Fleet Growth
This bunkering operation marks a critical step in advancing Hyundai Glovis’s net-zero strategy. As the logistics powerhouse for Hyundai and Kia’s global vehicle exports—and a leading third-party service provider to top global automakers—Hyundai Glovis is sending a strong signal of ambition and leadership.
The Glovis Selene, a 7,000 CEU (Car Equivalent Units) dual-fuel carrier delivered in 2024, was the recipient of this inaugural LNG bunkering. It is one of seven LNG dual-fuel PCTCs already in service. Hyundai Glovis plans to expand this fleet to 32 LNG dual-fuel PCTCs by 2028, including some of the world’s largest car carriers, with capacities reaching 10,800 CEU. These vessels significantly reduce emissions for finished vehicle logistics.
Shell Marine: Partnering with Hyundai Glovis to Accelerate Maritime Decarbonisation
Dexter Belmar, Vice President of Global Downstream LNG at Shell Marine, shares insights on this milestone collaboration:
“We are proud to mark our first LNG bunkering operation with Hyundai Glovis in Singapore — a safe, successful milestone that reflects our shared commitment to decarbonising maritime logistics. Hyundai Glovis is demonstrating real leadership with its ambitious dual-fuel fleet strategy, and Shell Marine is honored to support their transition with our expanding global LNG bunkering network. This collaboration is not just about one operation — it’s about building long-term partnerships that drive the industry toward a net-zero future.”
Expanding Shell Marine’s Global LNG Network
This operation was enabled by Shell Marine’s global LNG bunkering infrastructure, which spans 26 strategic ports in 12 countries, supported by a fleet of 12 dedicated LNG bunker vessels. Through Shell and its FueLNG joint venture in Singapore, the company has completed more than 2,500 LNG bunkering operations worldwide.
With LNG bunker demand projected to reach 15 million tonnes by 2030, Shell’s expanding capabilities are well-positioned to meet the needs of shipping’s energy transition.
LNG: A Critical Pathway to Maritime Decarbonisation
The maritime sector is under mounting regulatory and commercial pressure to lower its environmental footprint, in line with the IMO’s goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. As a proven transition fuel, LNG offers immediate and substantial emissions reductions.
Key Impacts of LNG on Maritime Decarbonisation:
- Lower Emissions: LNG reduces sulfur oxide (SOₓ) and particulate matter to near zero, cuts nitrogen oxide (NOₓ) by up to 80%, and slashes carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions by 20–30% compared to conventional marine fuels.
- Future-Fuel Ready: The existing LNG infrastructure is compatible with bio-LNG and synthetic e-methane, offering a “drop-in” pathway to deeper decarbonisation without major redesigns.
- Rapid Industry Adoption: The surge in LNG-powered vessels, especially in high-volume segments like car carriers, cruise ships, and container vessels, is driving parallel growth in bunkering infrastructure worldwide.
The bunkering of the Glovis Selene by Shell Marine is not just an operational success; it is a powerful signal of scale and ambition within the maritime industry. It showcases how collaboration between leading fuel suppliers and forward-thinking shipping companies is translating ambitious decarbonisation targets into tangible, impactful actions, setting a precedent for a cleaner, more sustainable future for global shipping.
About Hyundai Glovis
Hyundai Glovis is a global logistics and shipping powerhouse, serving as the core provider for Hyundai and Kia’s worldwide vehicle exports and offering third-party services to leading car manufacturers. Committed to net-zero emissions, Hyundai Glovis is rapidly expanding its LNG dual-fuel pure car and truck carrier (PCTC) fleet, aiming for 32 vessels by 2028, with 7 already in service.
These vessels, including some of the world’s largest with capacities up to 10,800 Car Equivalent Units (CEU), are central to reducing the carbon footprint of global vehicle logistics. Hyundai Glovis’s strategic investments in sustainable practices position it as a leader in shaping a greener future for maritime transport.
About Shell Marine
Shell Marine, a leading global supplier of marine fuels and lubricants, is at the forefront of the maritime industry’s energy transition. Leveraging Shell’s extensive expertise, Shell Marine provides comprehensive low-carbon fuel solutions, primarily focusing on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG).
The company operates a global LNG bunkering network across 26 key locations in 12 countries, supported by 12 dedicated bunkering vessels, and has completed over 2,500 LNG bunkering operations to date. Shell Marine is committed to enabling the shipping sector’s shift towards cleaner operations, also exploring future fuels and energy efficiency solutions.
Source Shell Marine | Hyundai Glovis