The MoU between the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) and HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) to develop innovative systems for next-generation, zero-carbon ships.
Signed at Gastech 2024 in Houston, TX, the MoU (‘Cooperation on the Advanced Zero-Carbon Ships’) affirms the integration of advanced technologies across three fundamental areas:
- A novel LNG cargo handling system that utilizes full re-liquefaction system to suppress boil-off gas (BOG) for zero-carbon LNG carriers
- A comprehensive ammonia fuel supply system including pressure control for large commercial vessels
- An efficient integrated system that enhances re-liquefaction with cold ammonia fuel supply, thereby improving system efficiency and reducing power consumption
Patrick Ryan, Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at ABS, said: ‘To help safely deliver the rapid technological advances our industry needs, collaboration will be essential. ABS is proud to expand our relationship with HD KSOE, and we look forward to working together on innovative concepts to optimize and enhance next-generation vessels.’
Sung Young-jae, Vice President and Research Director of the Decarbonization Research Lab at HD KSOE, commented: ‘HD KSOE and ABS are dedicated to advancing key technological developments for the next-generation vessel market through collaboration. He expressed optimism about presenting a long-term vision for gas carriers and zero-carbon fuelled ships, with an emphasis on achieving net-zero emissions.’
The latest collaboration follows a previous MoU signed between ABS and HD KSOE, alongside the Liberian International Ship and Corporate Registry (LISCR), in June 2024. This project concerned the development of AI-driven technologies for the enhancement of ship visibility and safety.
Source: ABS