Amon Maritime has secured NOK 253 million ($25.1 million) in funding from Norwegian state agency Enova to support the construction of two ammonia-powered bulk carriers, Amon Bulk 1, a 180,000 DWT Capesize bulker, and Amon Bulk 2, a vessel in the 80,000-85,000 DWT range. The delivery of the two vessels is expected in 2029.
“These vessels have high fuel consumption and operate on established routes for industrial clients with strong climate ambitions,” André Risholm, CEO of Amon Maritime, said in the statement. “This combination enables both substantial environmental impact and solid commercial viability.”