CATERPILLAR MARINE INVESTS IN METHANOL ENGINES TO PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

Caterpillar Sees Methanol as Key Fuel in the Decarbonization of the Marine Industry

March 2022

Houston, Texas – Caterpillar is announcing additional development of alternative fuels with an investment in methanol engine technologies. This commitment supports the development of decarbonization efforts in the marine industry by offering cost effective methanol-powered solutions without sacrificing the value customers expect from Caterpillar.

“In order to continue supporting our customers with their climate-related goals Caterpillar Marine will continue exploring combustion technologies such as methanol. Today’s products are being designed to be upgradable for future methanol utilization, thus further enabling the energy transition,” comments Derrick York, Caterpillar Marine Managing Director.

For more information about future technologies and Caterpillar products, contact your local Caterpillar dealer.

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About Caterpillar Marine:

Caterpillar Marine, with headquarters in Houston, Texas, offers premier power solutions for a wide range of marine applications. With decades of experience designing engines and aftertreatment solutions, Cat Marine products set the standard for quality, performance, and reliability. Caterpillar is dedicated to being your service provider on the water to provide engine and operational success. With Customer Value Agreements (CVAs), customers can take advantage of an extensive array of service options that can be tailored to their specific needs. Combined with our digital solutions, a CVA can provide valuable insights to engine health and performance. The global sales and service network is ready to support customers in tug & salvage, offshore, inland waterways, fishing, governmental, dredge, ferry, and pleasure craft & yachting wherever they are.

More information is available at: www.cat.com/marine

 

About Caterpillar:

With 2021 sales and revenues of $51.0 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment. Visit us at caterpillar.com or join the conversation on our social media channels.

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