July 31, 2025 | Johor, Malaysia
The Berlin Mærsk, one of Maersk’s newest methanol-enabled mega-containerships, has made its maiden call at the Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP) in Malaysia, marking a key milestone in the shipping giant’s decarbonization journey and service expansion.
The call signals the vessel’s formal entry into Maersk’s AE3 service, a critical trade lane linking East Asia to Northern Europe. With a capacity of 17,480 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU), the Berlin Mærsk is the first of six new vessels built to operate on methanol — a move aligned with Maersk’s ambition to reach net-zero emissions by 2040.
Port officials at PTP celebrated the vessel’s arrival, highlighting its significance in positioning Malaysia as a vital hub in sustainable global trade routes.
“The arrival of the Berlin Mærsk is a testament to PTP’s capability to handle next-generation green tonnage,” a port representative said. “We are proud to be part of the evolving global logistics chain that supports low-carbon shipping.”
Maersk has been investing heavily in methanol-ready vessels as part of its green fleet strategy. The Berlin Mærsk is equipped with a dual-fuel engine capable of operating on methanol, offering a cleaner alternative to conventional bunker fuel.
The AE3 service connects key ports across China, South Korea, Southeast Asia, and Northern Europe, offering improved transit times and increased reliability for global shippers.
As global maritime stakeholders intensify efforts to curb greenhouse gas emissions, Maersk’s deployment of methanol-ready vessels marks a significant step toward practical decarbonization across the mainline container trade.
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