Maersk Line is presently looking to low sulphur fuel rather than LNG powered vessels to meet the demands of new regulations, its chief commercial officer says.

CMA CGM this week took what it branded a bold decision in ordering LNG ready 22,000-teu newbuildings, breaking new ground in the process.

Vincent Clerc, chief commercial officer, of Maersk Line, says the world’s largest container line has observed the market activity but is not planning to follow suit.