Luxury vehicle manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has joined UECC's Sail for Change initiative, a program utilizing low-carbon liquefied biomethane (LBM) to decarbonize maritime transport, according to the company's release.
This move supports JLR's sustainability goals by reducing emissions across its global logistics chain. With JLR's participation, four vehicle manufacturers are now part of this pioneering initiative.
Sail for Change, launched in 2024, leverages LBM supplied by Titan Clean Fuels to power UECC's five dual-fuel LNG Pure Car and Truck Carriers (PCTCs) operating in European shortsea trades, resulting in significant GHG emission reductions. The program's success has led to an extension into 2025, driven by a renewed supply deal with Titan to secure LBM supplies at the Port of Zeebrugge.
This is expected to reduce GHG emissions by over 75,000 tons.
UECC has proactively adopted alternative fuels like LBM and biodiesel across its fleet. The company is also exploring the use of zero-carbon fuels like hydrogen and ammonia, aiming for net-zero operations by 2040. The latest supply deal with Titan provides UECC with a strong foundation for long-term commitment to alternative fuels. This allows UECC to offer its customers significant emissions reductions under Sail for Change, exceeding the estimated 25% cut achieved through LNG. By utilizing bioLNG, UECC can perform carbon-neutral loading operations across its port network, with verified emissions data available to clients through a CO2 registry.