Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE) joins the e-NG*1 Coalition, the world’s first international alliance targeting the global expansion of e-methane.
The members of this alliance founded on October 20, 2024, envision that e-methane will accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral society. The coalition seeks to promote e-NG (e-methane), build a global market with aligned emissions accounting and certification standards, and reinforce cooperation between all stakeholders along the e-methane value chain. The coalition will play an important role in the energy transition by aligning industry innovation with ambitious climate policies. At this time, 9 companies*2 have joined this alliance, which consists of a total of 17 member companies.
As the international shipping company in the e-NG Coalition, “K” LINE will contribute to the global expansion of e-methane and the establishment of a global supply chain. *3
e-Methane is a carbon neutral fuel which is made through the methanation*4 of both green hydrogen and carbon dioxide. Its ingredients are almost the same as liquified natural gas, so it is also expected to be used as a marine fuel.
The “K” LINE Group is promoting a variety of initiatives to support the low-carbon and carbon-free efforts for itself and society in accordance with its Environmental Vision 2050*5 long-term environmental policy.
Overview of the e-NG Coalition
| Name | e-NG Coalition |
| Purpose | Acceleration of the global expansion of e-methane and the realization of a carbon neutral society |
| Date of establishment | October 20, 2024 |
| Registered location | Brussels, Belgium |
| Established members | Engie S.A., Mitsubishi Corporation, Osaka Gas Co., Ltd., RWE AG, Tokyo Gas Co., Ltd., Toho Gas Co., Ltd., TotalEnergies SE, Tree Energy Solutions B.V. |
| Activities | 1. Advocacy and lobbying 4. Promoting initiatives for decarbonization 2. Networking 5. Issuing joint statements 3. Knowledge sharing |
| Website | https://www.eng-coalition.com/ |
*1 e-NG is an abbreviation of electric natural gas
*2 9 companies: IHI, INPEX, Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd., Korea Gas Corporation, Samsung E&A, Shell plc, Standard Carbon LLC, StormFisher Hydrogen, Terraform Industries
*3 June 12, 2024: TES and “K” LINE Partner for Sustainable Maritime Shipping Solutions
*4 The technology used to produce methane from green hydrogen and carbon dioxide
*5 Environmental Vision 2050
https://www.kline.co.jp/en/sustainability/environment/management.html
