đĽAmmonia: Shippingâs Zero-Carbon Solution or Hidden Risk?
â ď¸A future fuel that could cut COâ â if we control its hidden risks.
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đĽ Greetings, Maritime Mavericks!
Imagine a fuel that carries no carbon, produces no COâ, and could power the worldâs biggest ships.
A fuel already produced in hundreds of plants worldwide. A fuel both promising and dangerous.
This fuel is ammonia.
For over a century, it has been made for fertilizers. Now, it is knocking on the door of global shipping. The journey is full of barriers: cost, safety, infrastructure. But step by step, ammonia is moving from idea to reality.
So, what should the maritime world know about this fuel?
Letâs break it down into 15 simple lessons.
1ď¸âŁ Zero Carbon Fuelđ¨
âĄď¸Ammonia contains no carbon â it emits no COâ when burned.
2ď¸âŁ Toxic and Dangerousâ ď¸
âĄď¸Ammonia can harm eyes, skin, and lungs. Special designs and protective rules are required.
3ď¸âŁEngines Underwayđ ď¸
âĄď¸Over 39 ships are on order with ammonia-ready engines. First deliveries begin in 2025â2027.
4ď¸âŁNeeds Dual-Fuel Startđ
âĄď¸Early vessels will use both ammonia and oil until supply grows.
5ď¸âŁ High Extra Costsđď¸
âĄď¸Ammonia-powered ships cost up to 15â20% more to build than oil-fueled ones.




