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9 October 2026

CMB.TECH sends world’s first ammonia-powered bulker to sea

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CMB.TECH sends world’s first ammonia-powered bulker to sea

Belgium’s CMB. TECH has sent the 210,000 dwt Mineral Europa on its maiden voyage to Australia, marking the first deployment of an ammonia-powered dry bulk carrier. The 2026-built newcastlemax is the first of a much larger ammonia-fuelled fleet being rolled out by the Alexander Saverys-led shipping group. CMB. TECH said 21 ammonia-powered ships are due to enter …

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