Tallink’s shuttle vessels MEGASTAR and MYSTAR, operating on the Tallinn–Helsinki route, are close to running entirely on renewable energy.
In January, 74% of the fuel used by the two ships consisted of liquefied biomethane (LBM), marking a significant step towards replacing conventional LNG completely.
The company’s stated objective is to substitute its full LNG demand with LBM in the near future, subject to favourable pricing and secure supply. According to CEO Paavo Nõgene, the transition represents a long-term strategic move rather than a temporary fuel switch, positioning the route as a low-emission corridor across the Gulf of Finland.
A full conversion to liquefied biomethane is expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 75% compared with fossil fuels.
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