- HD KSOE Secures AIP from ABS for VLEC Cargo Handling Innovation.
- ABS Backs HD KSOE’s Next-Gen Ethane Handling System for VLECs.
- HD KSOE Gains ABS Nod for Cost-Efficient Ethane Cargo Solution.
ABS has granted Approval in Principle (AIP) to HD Korea Shipbuilding and Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) for its innovative cargo handling system to be used on Very Large Ethane Carriers (VLECs), reports ABS.
System Characteristics and Efficiency Targets
The newly designed system features a reliquefication system using refrigerant and an ethane fuel supply system mounted on the ship. According to HD KSOE, the system, once fully established, is expected to enable customers to reduce operating expenses.
ABS Endorsement and Technical Review
ABS conducted thorough design reviews according to its Rules for Building and Classing Marine Vessels. “Transporting ethane requires advanced technology to maintain stable temperature and pressure. ABS is proud to use our industry-leading expertise in gas carriers to support forward-thinking clients like HD KSOE and their next-generation vessel designs,” said Patrick Ryan, ABS Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer.
HD KSOE’s Strategic Vision
Young-Jun Nam, CEO of the SD Business Unit at HD KSOE, emphasised the significance of the system’s development: “The completion of the development of a competitive ethane cargo handling system for VLECs is significant as it adds to our eco-friendly equipment value chain. In line with the market’s transition to eco-friendly solutions, we will continue to develop various cargo handling systems to further strengthen our competitiveness.”
Continuous Cooperation Between ABS and HD KSOE
In the early months of 2024, ABS and HD KSOE entered into a memorandum of understanding to boost their cooperation in cutting-edge technologies. This encompasses the development and certification of innovative systems designed to power next-generation vessels.
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Source: ABS
