Investments in LNG dual-fuel vessels offer shipowners a shorter payback period than methanol, ammonia, or VLSFO, a new analysis from industry coalition SEA-LNG has found.

As disclosed, SEA-LNG completed its initial analysis of the IMO Net-Zero Framework following MEPC 83, using the independent Z-Joule cost of compliance calculator to assess the commercial implications of the new regulations. The coalition concluded that the LNG pathway offers the best returns. In addition to the shorter payback period, the LNG ships are reported to give shipowners a commercial advantage through fuel optionality and access to widespread established infrastructure.