Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (“NYK”), its group company Knutsen NYK Carbon Carriers AS (“KNCC”), and JFE Shoji Corporation (“JFE Shoji”) have recently completed a feasibility study confirming production facilities, production capacity, and the costs for steel materials used for the manufacturing of LCO2-EP Cargo Tanks (the “tanks”). The tanks may be used as LCO2 carrier cargo tanks and onshore temporary storage tanks required for LCO2 transportation using the elevated pressure (EP) mode. The companies now have a clear prospect of establishing a stable supply of steel materials within the Asian region, reports NYK.
Memorandum
Based on the memorandum of understanding on strategic partnership for CO2 capture and storage (“CCS”) signed in March of this year, the three companies have been studying the establishment of a stable and large-volume supply network for the tanks. Joint development will continue for early social implementation of CCS projects.
Role of each company
NYK: Based on its track record of developing comprehensive logistics businesses in Japan and overseas, NYK will study the entire CCS business supply chain, including the transportation of the tank.
KNCC: As a group company of NYK, KNCC offers EP, MP (medium pressure), and LP (low pressure) ship transportation and also possesses a technology related to LCO2 transportation at EP.
JFE Shoji: As a core trading company of the JFE Group, JFE Shoji will contribute to the establishment of a supply chain by supplying steel products necessary for the manufacture of the tanks, utilizing its knowledge of steel peripheral businesses and its domestic and overseas networks.
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Source: NYK
