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fortescue
Logistics Fortescue Charters Up to 12 Ammonia-Capable Newcastlemax Bulk Carriers from CMB.TECH
Fortescue has signed an agreement with CMB.TECH to charter up to 12 ammonia-capable newcastlemax bulk carriers from Bocimar. Up to three vessels will be delivered with dual-fuel ammonia engines by end of 2026, while nine will be ammonia-ready. The deal represents one of the largest commercial commitments to ammonia-capable bulk carriers and could cut CO2 emissions by 250,000 tonnes annually if operated on green ammonia.
Logistics Fortescue Revises Fleet Procedures After Bulker Loses Propulsion Off Port Hedlan
Fortescue's shipping arm has introduced fleetwide engine management changes after its bulk carrier FMG Nicola lost propulsion while departing Port Hedland on February 7, 2025. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) found the shutdown was caused by an erroneous activation of a low lubricating oil pressure emergency shutdown switch. FMG International has upgraded testing procedures and introduced a standardised rapid-response protocol.