Maersk Completes First Ship-to-Ship Ethanol Bunkering Operation in the United States

AP Moller, Maersk (Maersk) has successfully completed the first ship-to-ship commercial ethanol bunkering of a deep-sea container vessel in the United States. The operation took place on September 28, 2026, aboard 'Tangier Maersk', a dual-fuel alcohol-enabled container vessel.

The vessel was bunkered with US-produced corn ethanol, marking a significant milestone for the company's efforts to explore multiple potential fuel pathways for the future of shipping. According to Ditlev Blicher, Maersk Regional President for North America, this operation provides valuable real-world experience with alternative fuels in commercial shipping.

The insights gained from this operation will help drive the development of more sustainable supply chains. This is part of Maersk's broader efforts to reduce emissions and transition towards cleaner maritime fuels.