- Deltamarin has introduced a concept design for a 3,500 TEU container feeder vessel powered by ammonia.
- The design prioritizes safety, integrating advanced risk mitigation systems and layout modifications.
- It was developed in collaboration with key industry players, including Maersk, Lloyd’s Register, and the American Bureau of Shipping.
- Safety validation was carried out through HAZID, HAZOP, and QRA assessments.
Finnish naval architecture firm Deltamarin has unveiled a detailed concept design for a 3,500 TEU ammonia-powered container feeder vessel. The project is the result of a collaborative effort involving the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping, Maersk, Eltronic FuelTech, Everllence, Lloyd’s Register, the Decarb Hub, and the American Bureau of Shipping.
Integrated Safety Design for Ammonia-Powered Operations
Deltamarin’s concept design focuses on addressing the technical and safety requirements essential for establishing ammonia as a viable maritime fuel. As the lead ship designer, Deltamarin developed integrated safety systems tailored specifically for ammonia, embedding safety barriers directly into the vessel layout. This ensures both regulatory compliance and uninterrupted operational efficiency.
The design approach underwent thorough validation through a series of structured assessments, including hazard identification (HAZID), hazard and operability study (HAZOP), and quantitative risk assessment (QRA). Key safety features include the physical separation of ammonia-handling areas, appropriate venting distances, use of physical barriers, specialized drainage systems, water screens, and ammonia release management systems.
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Source: Baird Maritime
