Norway-based United European Car Carriers (UECC) posted a substantial reduction in carbon dioxide emissions in 2025, eliminating 154,468 tonnes of CO2 — a 44% improvement over its 2024 figures — on the back of a sharp increase in bio-LNG adoption across its LNG-fuelled fleet, according to Ship & Bunker.
Bio-LNG Drives the Shift
The most striking change came in the composition of UECC’s fuel mix. As reported by Ship & Bunker, bio-LNG’s share of the company’s total LNG consumption more than doubled, rising from 31% in 2024 to 71% in 2025. Across all fuel types, alternative fuels accounted for 42% of the company’s total bunker consumption during the year.
UECC operates seven dual-fuel LNG pure car and truck carriers (PCTCs) within a 16-vessel fleet. The company also has four LNG battery hybrid newbuilds on order, with deliveries scheduled to begin from 2028.
On Track for 2030 and Beyond
Ship & Bunker reports that UECC confirmed it remains on course to meet its 2030 emissions target of 186,263 tonnes in reductions — equivalent to a 45% cut from the company’s 2014 baseline. Looking further ahead, UECC has set a net zero goal for 2040 and says it will continue broadening both its bio-LNG usage and its alternative fuel supply network to support that ambition.
Regulatory Uncertainty on the Horizon
Despite the positive trajectory, UECC sounded a note of caution on the wider regulatory environment. According to Ship & Bunker, the company warned that any delays to the IMO’s Net Zero Framework could lead to regulatory fragmentation — a concern that underscores the importance of a coordinated international approach to maritime decarbonisation.
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Sources: Ship & Bunker
