Seatrium has announced that it has been awarded approval in principle (AiP) from ABS for a 25,000 cubic metre (cbm) ammonia bunker vessel design, reports Manifold Times.
Seatrium wins AiP from ABS
Singapore-based Seatrium said the liquefied ammonia capacity of the vessel will be constructed using IMO Type C containment, designed by Seatrium Marine & Deepwater Technology.
Its dual-mode operations means it will be capable of dedicated ammonia bunkering with optional carrier functionality. Additionally, the vessel is designed to operate with a deadweight tonnage of 19,500 metric tonnes at 14 knots, allowing for 55 days of operation without the need for refuelling.
Other features of the vessel include enhanced safety architecture focused on preventing open-deck leaks, compliant with IMO standards, the IGC Code, and ABS regulations; and dual-fuel generators allowing a seamless switch between ammonia and diesel fuel.
‘The ABS AiP verifies the technical viability and regulatory compliance of our vessel, creating a foundation for detailed engineering and construction,’ Seatrium said. ‘This approval marks a crucial step towards timely delivery and positions Seatrium as a leader in maritime energy transition. Together, we are building a robust fuel infrastructure for the ZeroCarbon fleet of the future!’
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Source: Manifold Times
