Methane Abatement Group adds BP, CMA CGM and GTT as Global Reach Grows
20/09/2024- Methane Abatement in Maritime Innovation Initiative (MAMII) has announced that energy major BP, French shipping giant CMA CGM and LNG containment technology expert GTT, are joining as members.
- Total membership now 23, as group increases its coverage of the world’s LNG supply chain.
- MAMII aims to reduce methane emissions from ships using LNG to near-zero by accelerating technologies to monitor and mitigate emissions.
20th September 2024, London. Energy giant BP’s maritime arm BP Shipping, shipping company CMA CGM, and LNG containment technology expert GTT have joined the Methane Abatement in Maritime Innovation Initiative (MAMII). The three new members bring MAMII’s membership to 23, which includes Lloyd’s Register, JP Morgan, MSC, NYK Lines, Shell and others.
Led by Safetytech Accelerator since 2022, MAMII was established to address methane emissions from ships using LNG as fuel. The initiative unites industry leaders, tech innovators, and maritime stakeholders, to advance technologies that monitor, measure and mitigate methane emissions.
The announcement was made in Houston at industry conference Gastech 2024, during celebrations of MAMII’s second anniversary.
Jean-baptiste Boutillier GTT, Gopal Hariharan BP, Nadia Echchihab Safetytech Accelerator, David Colson GTT, Panos Mitrou Lloyd’s Register.
Earlier in 2024, MAMII released a report that sounded the alarm on the critical need for universal methane measurement standards and regulatory frameworks. The group warned that such standards are needed to speed up the adoption of technologies that cut methane emissions from ships.
MAMII has recently identified technologies which can be used to tackle methane slip via feasibility studies. It is now organising trials and accelerating the most promising solutions for detecting and abating methane emissions.
Panos Mitrou, Chairman of MAMII and LR Global Gas Segment Director, said:
“With the latest joiners, we’re now covering a large amount of the LNG supply chain, from generators to distributors to carriers, financiers and consultants. This means MAMII will be able to get the widest possible range of expert insight and contributions from members, as well as providing best practice guidance which can be universally adopted.”
Steve Price, Safetytech Accelerator, MAMII Programme Director, added:
“Until we properly address methane emissions, the environmental benefits of LNG in shipping won’t be fully realised. So, it’s incredibly exciting that we can now count energy majors like BP amongst our number as well as leaders from the maritime industry like CMA CGM and GTT.”
Gopal Hariharan, VP Engineering, BP Shipping, added:
“As both an operator and charterer, BP Shipping believes that by improving how we monitor and quantify emissions, the data gathered can help us drive solutions for the maritime transport sector. We are delighted to join the MAMII initiative, not only to access the immense breadth of technical expertise from other like-minded partners, but also contribute our own learnings and journey as we steer the course.”
Christine Cabau, EVP Assets & operations, CMA CGM, said:
“In view of the challenges facing the world, we need to accelerate the energy transition and provide concrete short-term solutions along with long-term alternatives.
“We have already implemented new and more efficient technologies to reduce methane slip on our vessels. By joining the MAMII group, CMA CGM will strengthen its commitment to emission reduction while accelerating knowledge exchange within the LNG community. Additionally, our participation will allow us to actively contribute to discussions on regulations to ensure that the path towards new technologies aiming at reducing CO2 emissions is better supported and fostered in future policies”
Jean-Baptiste Choimet, Chief Executive Officer of GTT, said:
“GTT looks forward to contributing to the work of MAMII as a technological expert in LNG membrane containment systems. For over 60 years, our technologies have enabled the safe and efficient transport and storage of LNG, playing a key role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions across the LNG value chain. By joining MAMII, we aim to bring our expertise to support industry leaders in their efforts to reduce methane emissions in maritime operations. As we have demonstrated for decades with our own technologies, innovation is a powerful driver of the transition towards a more sustainable future for the maritime sector.”
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Notes to editors
MAMII full list of members.
BP, Capital Gas, Carnival Corporation & Plc, Celsius Tankers, Chevron, CMA CGM, CoolCo, GTT, JPMorgan, Knutsen Group, Lloyd’s Register, Maran Gas Maritime, Mediterranean Shipping Company, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, GTT, MISC, NYK Line, Seapeak, Seaspan Corporation, Shell, TMS Cardiff Gas, Total Energies, UK P&I Club, United Overseas Management.
About MAMII:
The Methane Abatement in Maritime Innovation Initiative (MAMII), is run by Safetytech Accelerator. It brings together industry leaders, technology innovators, and maritime stakeholders. All of which to advance technologies for monitoring, measuring, and mitigating methane emissions in the maritime sector. MAMII’s mission is anchored in collaboration and innovation. It aims to pave the way for a more sustainable future for maritime operations. MAMII extends an open invitation to new members who share the mission of advancing sustainability in the maritime sector.
Please visit: www.mamii.org
About Safetytech Accelerator
Safetytech Accelerator, established by Lloyd’s Register, is the first fully dedicated technology accelerator focused on advancing innovation in safety critical industries. Our mission is to make the world safer and more sustainable through wider adoption of technology.
About CMA CGM
Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group is a global leader in sea, land, air, and logistics solutions. CMA CGM is also diversifying into the media sector. As the third-largest global container shipping company in terms of capacity, CMA CGM serves over 400 ports across five continents, supported by a fleet of more than 620 vessels. Through its subsidiary, CEVA Logistics, the Group is one of the top five global logistics players, managing over 11 million square meters of warehouse space worldwide. CMA Media, a subsidiary of CMA CGM and the third-largest private media group in France, includes RMC-BFM and a press division that brings together renowned titles such as La Provence, Corse Matin, La Tribune, and La Tribune Dimanche. Committed to the energy transition in maritime transport and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group aims to achieve Net Zero Carbon by 2050. The CMA CGM Foundation responds to humanitarian crises requiring urgent action by leveraging the Group’s maritime and logistics expertise to deliver humanitarian aid worldwide. The Foundation also undertakes initiatives to promote education for all and equal opportunities. Operating in 160 countries, the Group employs 160,000 people globally, including 20,000 in France, with nearly 6,000 based in Marseille, where its headquarters are located.
Press Contact: press-relations@cma-cgm.com
About GTT
GTT is a technology and engineering group with expertise in the design and development of cryogenic membrane containment systems for use in the transport and storage of liquefied gases. Over the past 60 years, the GTT Group has designed and developed, to the highest standards of excellence, some of the most innovative technologies used in LNG carriers, floating terminals, onshore storage tanks and multi-gas carriers. As part of its commitment to building a sustainable world, GTT develops new solutions designed to support ship-owners and energy providers in their journey towards a decarbonised future. As such, the Group offers systems designed to enable commercial vessels to use LNG as fuel, develops cutting-edge digital solutions to enhance vessels’ economic and environmental performance, and actively pursues innovation in the field of low-carbon solutions. Through its subsidiary, Elogen, which designs and manufactures proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolysers, GTT is also actively involved in the green hydrogen sector.
GTT is listed on Euronext Paris, Compartment A (ISIN FR0011726835 Euronext Paris: GTT) and is notably included in the CAC Next 20, SBF 120, Stoxx Europe 600 and MSCI Small Cap indices.
Investor Relations Contact: information-financiere@gtt.fr / +33 1 30 23 20 87
Press Contact: press@gtt.fr / +33 1 30 23 56 37
For more information, visit www.gtt.fr.