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    Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port welcomes 1st LNG-powered vessel

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The vessel, NYK's Jasmine Leader, is one of the world's largest pure car and truck carriers. [Image: HIP]

by: Shardul Sharma

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Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port welcomes 1st LNG-powered vessel

Sri Lanka's Hambantota International Port (HIP) marked a milestone in the first week of March by welcoming the first LNG-powered vessel, it announced on March 18.

The vessel, NYK's Jasmine Leader, is one of the world's largest pure car and truck carriers (PCTC). It arrived at the port to unload construction machinery and equipment. The transshipment cargo is destined for Dammam and Maldives.

Japanese shipping giant NYK has ambitious plans to enhance its fleet sustainability. Under the Sail Green brand, NYK aims to procure a total of 20 new LNG-fueled PCTCs by 2028. This initiative underscores the company's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in transportation and supporting eco-friendly supply chains for its customers.

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