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We are SGMF, leading safe maritime decarbonisation.

SGMF is a non-governmental organisation committed to advancing safety and best practices in the utilisation of low and zero carbon marine fuels. As a membership-based and not-for-profit entity, SGMF endeavours to promote the safe and sustainable use of low and zero carbon marine fuels. Its primary mission involves developing, gathering, and disseminating industry-leading guidance to encourage responsible operations with low and zero carbon marine fuels in the maritime sector.

Since it was established in 2013, SGMF has been a pioneer in shaping the industry’s approach to methane/LNG. At present, its mandate encompasses a variety of new low and zero carbon marine fuels, providing guidance for the use of methanol, ammonia, and hydrogen. This expansion aligns with the evolving landscape of the marine fuel mix.

Here you will find a number of free resources to help to facilitate the transition towards a more sustainable future.

6 Free Resources Found

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1	* NEW* Ammonia---Accidental-Release-Preparedness-and-Response-(FP25-01) An Introduction to Ammonia Accidental Release Preparedness and Response offers a high-level overview of the topic. Its primary objective is to provide key knowledge that will aid the maritime industry in its development and adoption of ammonia as an alternative marine fuel.
7	New - Methanol as a marine fuel an introduction Version 1.0 Methanol as a marine fuel – an introduction serves as an overview of methanol (CH3OH) in the context of its potential use as a marine fuel. After discussing the wider marine fuels context, the publication covers essential information about methanol, including: The nature of methanol: The Guide explains what methanol is and provides fundamental knowledge about its chemical composition and properties. Usage in marine applications: How methanol can be applied as a marine fuel and its compatibility with existing and future marine propulsion systems. Safety and environmental profile: The safety aspects of methanol, highlighting its flammability and environmental impact, and a discussion of the necessary safety measures and environmental considerations. Technical aspects: The technical considerations involved in using methanol as a marine fuel, encompassing engine compatibility, emissions and combustion processes. System design: Insights into the design aspects of systems needed for using methanol as a fuel in ships. Bunkering facilities and processes: The infrastructure and procedures essential for the efficient bunkering of methanol, including safety protocols. Training requirements: The importance of training for personnel involved in handling methanol as a marine fuel, emphasising safety and operational procedures. While this Guide offers a high-level overview, its primary objective is to provide key information that will aid the emerging methanol-fuelled ship industry in its development and adoption of this alternative marine fuel.
8	New - Ammonia as a marine fuel an introduction Version 2.0 Ammonia as a Marine Fuel – An Introduction serves as a comprehensive overview of ammonia (NH3) in the context of its potential use as a marine fuel. After discussing the wider marine fuels context, the publication covers essential information about ammonia, including: The nature of ammonia: The guide explains what ammonia is; provides fundamental knowledge about its chemical composition and properties, how it is transported, its availability and regulation. Usage in marine applications: How ammonia can be applied as a marine fuel and its compatibility with existing and future marine propulsion systems. Safety and environmental profile: The safety aspects of ammonia, highlighting its toxicity and environmental impact and discussing the necessary safety measures and environmental considerations. Technical aspects: The technical considerations involved in using ammonia as a marine fuel, encompassing engine compatibility, emissions and combustion processes, as well as the current rules and standards. System design. Insights into the design aspects of systems required for using ammonia as a fuel in ships. • Bunkering facilities and processes: The infrastructure and procedures essential for the efficient bunkering of ammonia, including safety protocols. Training requirements. The importance of training for personnel involved in handling ammonia as a marine fuel, emphasising safety and operational procedures. While this Guide offers a high-level overview, its primary objective is to provide key knowledge that will aid the emerging ammonia-fuelled ship industry in its development and adoption of this alternative marine fuel.
17	SGMF Publications A4 brochure 2024.06 SGMF Publications A4 brochure updated June 2024
23	LNG as a marine fuel LNG as a marine fuel – an introductory guide sets and safety profile, which countries have invested in it, LNG ship design and personnel involved in handling LNG should be trained and familiarised.