Dutch biomass-to-methanol developer Perpetual Next has announced the selection of Clarksons PLC - the world’s largest shipping‑services group – as preferred partner for the brokerage of Perpetual Next’s biomethanol in the maritime sector. The collaboration focuses on international offtake and market access through Clarkson’s extensive international network.
Perpetual Next developed a unique blueprint for large-scale biomethanol production with proven industrial technology. It enables rapid, serial replication of biomethanol plants at a commercial scale.
Clarksons has a very strong presence across Europe, Asia, and the United States – markets where we are active and have significant growth ambitions. As a company, we will benefit greatly from their market intelligence, and we look forward to launching this collaboration, said Jurre Hijman, COO, Perpetual Next.
Demand for biomethanol in the international maritime sector is growing rapidly, driven by tightening decarbonization regulations, the need to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and increasing investments in methanol‑capable vessels and bunkering infrastructure.
We are delighted that Perpetual Next has chosen Clarksons as broker for its projects. Our ability to provide three joined-up services will bring greater efficiency to the opportunity ahead. Our Investment Banking, Green Transition, and Specialised Products divisions are uniquely positioned to offer financial solutions, offtake possibilities, and last-mile logistics as we continue our effort to decarbonise the maritime sector and beyond. We have great confidence in Perpetual Next’s technology and are very excited to begin this journey together, said Halvor Naess, Divisional Director, Clarksons (Specialised Products).
