China’s focus on maritime decarbonization, bolstered by its 14th Five-Year Plan and dual-carbon goals, is propelling investments in ammonia-diesel dual-fuel engines. Key state-owned enterprises and private shipbuilders are launching pilot vessels equipped with dual-fuel propulsion systems, supported by partnerships with international OEMs. The Yangtze River and Pearl River Delta regions are focal points for innovation, with several ports exploring infrastructure upgrades for ammonia bunkering. China’s massive domestic ammonia production capacity, driven by its chemical industry, offers a readily available supply base. However, gaps remain in regulatory clarity around onboard ammonia handling, crew safety standards, and emissions control. The government’s centralized approach allows for rapid policy rollouts once standards are finalized. With significant financial resources, an established industrial ecosystem, and growing global trade pressure to green its shipping fleet, China is poised to become a dominant player in the near future.
TABLE - China Ammonia-Diesel Dual-Fuel Engine Market Size & Forecast By Engine Type 2021-2033
Engine Type | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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Compression Ignition (CI) Engines | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Spark Ignition (SI) Engines | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis
TABLE - China Ammonia-Diesel Dual-Fuel Engine Market Size & Forecast By Application 2021-2033
Application | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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Marine Engines | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Power Generation | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Automotive (Heavy-Duty Vehicles) | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis
TABLE - China Ammonia-Diesel Dual-Fuel Engine Market Size & Forecast By Fuel Blend Ratio 2021-2033
Fuel Blend Ratio | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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<30% Ammonia | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
30–70% Ammonia | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
70% Ammonia | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis