Japan Engine advances ammonia and hydrogen fuel two-stroke strategy
- Delivery of first dual-fuel ammonia engine is planned for October this year
- First engine will be fitted to medium-sized gas carrier newbuilding, with maiden voyage planned for November 2026
- J-Eng constructing new production facility dedicated to produce ammonia-fuel engines at its base in Akashi with completion in 2028
Third-largest designer of two-stroke marine engines is gearing up for expected high demand for ammonia-fuel engines from bulk carrier, gas carrier and vehicle carrier sectors