Everglades Port Welcomes Its First Natural Gas-Powered Cargo Ship

Written by Carla Teles

Published on 18/04/2025 at 12:57

O Porto de Everglades, nos Estados Unidos, recebeu seu primeiro navio de carga movido a gás natural. Esse tipo de combustível ajuda a poluir menos e deixa o transporte mais limpo e moderno. Imagem: Crowley

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Crowley’s Quetzal Ship Launches Operations With LNG at Florida Port, Reinforcing Commitment to Sustainable Maritime Transport

This week, the Port of Everglades in the United States welcomed the Quetzal ship, the first natural gas-powered freighter to operate at the terminal. The vessel marks the beginning of a new phase in the port’s operations, focused on fuels with a lower environmental impact.

Beginning of Natural Gas Operations at the Port of Everglades

The Quetzal, operated by the American company Crowley, is the first of a series of Avance-class vessels designed to operate on natural gas as the main energy source. With a capacity of 1,400 TEUs (20-foot containers) and 300 connections for refrigerated containers, the freighter will serve routes between the U.S., Caribbean, and Central America. According to Offshore Energy, this is the first operation of a LNG-powered cargo ship at the Port of Everglades, which had already received cruises with this technology.

Environmental Benefits of Using Natural Gas

The use of natural gas in maritime transport has emerged as an alternative to reduce pollutant gas emissions. Compared to marine diesel, LNG (liquefied natural gas) significantly reduces carbon dioxide (CO₂), nitrogen oxides (NOₓ), and practically eliminates sulfur and particulate matter emissions. The Quetzal is equipped with high-efficiency ME-GI engines, which also reduce methane release, promoting cleaner and more efficient operations.

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Institutional Recognition and Local Support

During the vessel’s reception ceremony, local authorities from Broward County and port representatives presented a recognition plaque to Crowley. The Executive Director of the Port of Everglades, Joseph Morris, stated that the adoption of natural gas in port operations aligns with the region’s environmental goals. The port views the arrival of the Quetzal as a milestone in its modernization strategy focused on sustainability.

Global Trend in Maritime Transport

Crowley’s investment in natural gas-powered vessels reflects an increasingly strong trend in the shipping industry. With the expansion of refueling infrastructure and the encouragement of low-carbon technologies, the use of LNG is growing in cargo ships, cruises, and other large vessels. The expectation is that this shift will help reduce global emissions and increase the competitiveness of ports prepared to handle this type of operation.

Everglades Port Welcomes Its First Natural Gas-Powered Cargo Ship

Crowley’s Quetzal Ship Launches Operations With LNG at Florida Port, Reinforcing Commitment to Sustainable Maritime Transport

Beginning of Natural Gas Operations at the Port of Everglades

Environmental Benefits of Using Natural Gas

Institutional Recognition and Local Support

Global Trend in Maritime Transport

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