Risk Assessment of Bunkering for Methanol-Fueled Ship Using Bow-Tie Method

The International Maritime Organization has declared its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the maritime sector, leading to a notable surge in orders for low-carbon fueled ships as the industry seeks cleaner alternatives. Specially, Methanol, recognized for its environmental friendliness, has emerged as a viable option. Nonetheless, methanol handling and bunkering entail inherent risks, particularly the threat of leakage because it handles to liquid at ordinary temperature. So, A systematic approach is utilized to identify and evaluate potential causes and consequences of leakage incidents during methanol bunkering. The paper establishes scenarios, pinpointing six principal causes of leakage, a significant precursor to methanol fires, overflow, other harms. Each scenario undergoes meticulous analysis to comprehend various contributing factors to risk. Results from the risk assessments for each scenario are presented, providing valuable insights for establishing safety guidelines and procedures for the secure handling and bunkering of methanol. This study