Wärtsilä has unveiled the Methanol Power and Control (PAC) simulation model, in partnership with the Maritime Energy Training Facility (METF) and Wavelink Maritime Institute.
The model, designed to enhance safety and operational efficiency for methanol-powered vessels, is the first of its kind.
Wavelink Maritime Institute will be the first MPA-accredited training partner to use this simulation model, which will be officially launched at SMW 2025.
This initiative is part of Wärtsilä’s ongoing collaboration with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) to support maritime decarbonisation and digitalisation.
As part of the renewed partnership, Wärtsilä and MPA will focus on the development of alternative fuels and digital port operations, as well as training maritime professionals to handle these fuels safely.
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The Methanol PAC simulation model is designed to help maritime professionals acquire the necessary skills for operating methanol-powered vessels, a key element in the industry’s push towards decarbonisation.
In early 2026, Wärtsilä will introduce an Ammonia PAC simulation model to support the operation of ammonia-powered vessels, further enhancing the industry’s capabilities in handling low- and zero-emission fuels.
Wärtsilä and MPA are also collaborating with Singapore’s MarineTech ecosystem to explore Research and Development (R&D) projects aimed at lowering the cost of adopting new technologies.
These projects will focus on enhancing the safety of handling, storing, and operating alternative fuels, as well as improving the industry’s readiness for new fuel technologies.
The partners will also co-develop training curricula to address emerging skills needed for methanol and ammonia engine operations.
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Teo Eng Dih, Chief Executive of MPA, commented: “As a leading bunkering hub transitioning towards a multi-fuel future, our partnership with Wärtsilä will help unlock the potential of low- and zero-emission maritime fuels.”
Håkan Agnevall, President and CEO of Wärtsilä, added: “Singapore has an important role to play in shipping’s journey towards net-zero. This partnership with MPA is a significant step towards achieving our shared goals of decarbonisation and digitalisation in the maritime sector.”
Just recently, Wärtsilä announced that it would supply three Wärtsilä 25DF dual-fuel engines for a new 18,600 cubic metre (m3) capacity LNG Bunkering vessel being built for Spanish operator Ibaizabal.
The engines will utilise Wärtsilä’s unique NextDF technology, which reportedly decreases methane emissions while running with LNG fuel.
