Everllence has announced that the world’s first Everllence B&W G80 ethanol capable engine has been tested and verified at an R&D test at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Engine and Machinery division in Korea. The engine is bound for the third in a series of 10 × Very Large Ore Carriers ordered by Shandong Shipping for chartering to Brazilian mining and logistics operator, Vale. Vessel delivery is set for early 2027.
Bjarne Foldager – Head of Two-Stroke Business, Everllence – said: “This marks a major milestone for the G80 engine platform, transforming it into a fully flexible tri‑fuel engine capable of operating on fuel oil, methanol, ethanol, or any blend of the latter two.
The project reflects our shared commitment with Vale regarding pragmatic and scalable decarbonisation pathways within the hard-to-abate shipping sector, and positions Vale at the forefront of maritime sustainability. By selecting the G80 tri-fuel engine, Vale is advancing its strategy to reduce emissions across its maritime
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