Marubeni has entered into a partnership agreement with Solvang ASA (hereinafter, “Solvang”), a Norwegian shipping company, and commenced joint operation of an ammonia carrier “MV Clipper Neptun”.
Solvang is a leading player in ammonia seaborne transportation with a 10% share in the global volume of shipments and extensive knowledge and experience in the field.
Marubeni formulated its long-term climate change vision in March 2021 and has positioned its green strategy as one of the basic policies for enhancing corporate value in its Mid-Term Management Strategy, GC2024. As a pioneer in establishing a low-carbon ammonia supply chain from development and manufacturing to sales, Marubeni has been contributing to Japan’s energy security and developing businesses to decarbonize the country.
With Marubeni’s participation in the field of transportation of ammonia, a clean energy source for which demand is expected to grow, and through this partnership with Solvang, we will contribute to the stable supply of ammonia around the world.