CATERPILLAR MARINE TO SUPPORT SELECT CAT® 3500E-SERIES ENGINES WITH DUAL FUEL METHANOL

September 2022

Houston, Texas – Caterpillar Marine is proud to announce that Cat® 3500E-series marine engines can be modified to run as dual fuel methanol in the future. This development builds on the previous methanol announcement by Caterpillar earlier this year and will provide a pathway to greenhouse gas (GHG)* reduction for customers across a wide range of applications and vessel types that are powered with select 3500E-Series engines. 

“Today’s energy transition represents a significant opportunity to support customers with solutions that advance sustainable operations,” said Brad Johnson, Caterpillar Marine vice president. “For the past decade, Caterpillar has worked with customers to reduce GHG emissions through biodiesels such as FAME and renewable diesels like HVO, and we are taking the next step to continue offering sustainable solutions for further emissions reductions.”

Caterpillar Marine is committed to helping vessel owners reduce GHG in their existing fleets. Upgrade solutions to support fleets operating other 3500 series engines will be available in the future. Caterpillar experts are also working with key customers and the industry to ensure the proper power ratings and applications are covered to meet their expectations.

By providing a range of solutions for alternative fuels and powertrain integration, Caterpillar Marine can offer pathways to support customers’ emissions reduction targets. Caterpillar Marine will share more information as development continues, with the understanding that an expanded methanol portfolio is required for success.

*GHG Protocol (www.ghgprotocol.org) currently does not have an established method to determine lifecycle CO2 reductions from the use of biogenic fuels.

To learn more about Caterpillar Marine, visit https://www.cat.com/marine

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About Caterpillar Marine:

Caterpillar Marine, with headquarters in Houston, Texas, offers premium power solutions for a wide range of marine applications. With decades of experience designing engines and aftertreatment solutions, Caterpillar 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, offshore, inland waterways, fishing, governmental, dredge, ferry, and 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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