With a successful full-engine test behind them and a commercial product targeted for 2028-2030, Rolls-Royce’s application engineering team explains why methanol is the most realistic alternative to diesel for tugs, ferries and offshore vessels – and what still needs to be solved before the technology hits the water.

Maritime Journal talks to Tobias Kohl, Vice President Application Engineering, and Peter Gommeringer, Application Engineering Marine – Methanol Engine, both at Rolls-Royce.