GTT and Deltamarin have achieved an Approval in Principle (AIP) from Lloyd’s Register for their groundbreaking design of a dual-fuel Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC), featuring a 12,500m3 LNG tank equipped with GTT’s Mark III Flex technology, as reported by GTT.
- GTT and Deltamarin’s innovative LNG-powered VLCC design secures Approval in Principle from Lloyd’s Register, setting new standards in emissions reduction and cargo capacity preservation.
- The environmentally friendly design complies with IMO regulations until 2030, reducing CO2 emissions by at least 20% compared to traditional oil-fueled tankers.
- Industry leaders highlight the significance of this LNG-powered VLCC in propelling the maritime sector toward a greener, more sustainable future, emphasizing the role of collaboration and innovation in achieving decarbonization goals.
AIP Granted for Innovative LNG-Powered VLCC Design
GTT and Deltamarin celebrate a significant milestone as they secure an Approval in Principle (AIP) from Lloyd’s Register for their groundbreaking dual-fuel Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) design. This design incorporates a 12,500m3 LNG tank equipped with GTT’s cutting-edge Mark III Flex technology.
Setting New Standards in Environmental Objectives
The newly developed LNG-powered VLCC aligns with current and future environmental objectives, featuring GTT’s Mark III Flex membrane for safe and efficient LNG storage. By maximizing vessel autonomy with a large-capacity tank, this innovation offers ship-owners and charterers extended trade navigation capabilities with just one refueling operation, all while maintaining cargo capacity.
Meeting IMO Environmental Regulations and Beyond
This innovative design fully complies with the environmental regulations established by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) until 2030. In comparison to traditional oil-fueled tankers, this LNG-fueled VLCC design reduces CO2 emissions by a minimum of 20%, extending the operational range without sacrificing cargo capacity.
A Greener Maritime Industry on the Horizon
Philippe Berterottière, Chairman and CEO of GTT, emphasizes the significance of this Approval in Principle, marking a step towards a greener maritime industry. The LNG-fueled VLCC design promises emissions reduction and an extended operational range, all while preserving cargo capacity. Collaboration and innovation in the maritime sector are driving sustainable change, aligning with industry-wide goals of decarbonization and a more environmentally friendly future.
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