Abu Dhabi state firm Adnoc on 5 December announced plans to develop LNG bunkering facilities in partnership with Japan’s Inpex.

The much-touted concept is in its infancy but has been given a boost by International Maritime Organization (IMO) plans to limit shipping fuel sulfur content to 0.5% from 2020. Adnoc’s move marks the third instance of a Gulf State announcing LNG bunkering plans. (CONTINUED - 921 WORDS)