Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE) has taken an important step in sustainable shipping by utilizing bio-LNG fuel for the first time in its car carrier, the “OCEANUS HIGHWAY.” On June 16, 2025, the ship received 500 tons of bio-LNG, supplied by Shell Western LNG B.V., at the port of Zeebrugge in Belgium. This liquefied bio methane (LBM) is derived from renewable organic waste and has received ISCC-EU certification, confirming its carbon intensity is below zero over its entire lifecycle, from production to consumption. Bio-LNG represents a viable and compatible alternative within existing LNG infrastructure, aiding the decarbonization efforts of the shipping industry.
Dexter Belmar, Vice President of Shell Downstream LNG, emphasized the scalability of Bio-LNG as a solution currently available to customers. He praised “K” LINE’s proactive approach in adopting bio-LNG, stating that such collaborations are crucial for building momentum towards the transition to renewable fuels. Enhanced availability and commercial feasibility of Bio-LNG instills further confidence among clients operating dual-fuel LNG fleets in their capacity for reduced emissions. Hiroto Arai, General Manager of the “K” LINE Environmental/Technical Strategy Group, shared the company’s commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
He highlighted that the introduction of bio-LNG is a significant advancement towards this objective. Arai also stressed the value of partnering with Shell to make a meaningful impact on the maritime industry’s shift toward renewable fuels. As part of its “Environmental Vision 2050,” “K” LINE aims to enhance CO2 emission efficiency by 50% by 2030, surpassing the International Maritime Organization’s target. The company remains dedicated to integrating low-impact fuels and meeting its long-term emissions goals.