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Caterpillar Sees Methanol as Key Fuel in the Decarbonization of the Marine Industry
March 2022
Houston, Texas – Caterpillar is announcing additional development of alternative fuels with an investment in methanol engine technologies. This commitment supports the development of decarbonization efforts in the marine industry by offering cost effective methanol-powered solutions without sacrificing the value customers expect from Caterpillar.
“In order to continue supporting our customers with their climate-related goals Caterpillar Marine will continue exploring combustion technologies such as methanol. Today’s products are being designed to be upgradable for future methanol utilization, thus further enabling the energy transition,” comments Derrick York, Caterpillar Marine Managing Director.