Shipping Corporation of India Seeks Bids for Methanol-Ready Containerships
Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) has initiated a tender for two 1,700 TEU methanol-ready containerships, with an option for four more. Indian shipyards will receive preferential consideration, allowing them to match bids from international competitors.
Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) has issued a tender for the construction of two 1,700 TEU containerships designed to be ready for methanol propulsion. The tender also includes an option for an additional four vessels of the same specification. A key condition of this tender grants Indian shipyards the right of first refusal, enabling them to match any offers submitted by foreign shipbuilders.
This move by SCI aligns with the broader industry trend towards decarbonization and the adoption of alternative fuels to meet environmental regulations. Methanol-ready vessels provide flexibility for future fuel transitions, allowing operators to switch to green methanol as its availability and infrastructure develop.