- DNV has been chosen to class two Very Large Ethane Carriers (VLEC) for ship owner Purus, ordered from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in South Korea.
- The vessels will feature dual-fuel ethane engines and optimized cargo handling systems to reduce emissions.
- Margrethe Andersen, Head of External Communications Maritime, highlights DNV’s decades of experience in gas carriers and maritime technology, expressing confidence in DNV’s ability to contribute to the development of environmentally friendly vessels.
- The VLECs will comply with EEDI Phase III standards, demonstrating a commitment to environmental sustainability.
DNV’s Role In Green Innovation
DNV has been selected to class ship owner Purus’ new building order of two Very Large Ethane Carriers (VLEC). The vessels have been contracted at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) in South Korea and are scheduled for delivery in 2026-2027.
In particular, Margrethe Andersen, Head of External Communications Maritime, with a cargo carrying capacity of 98,000cbm, the two VLECs will be fitted with GTT’s Mark III membrane containment system. The vessels will be equipped with dual-fuel ethane engines and optimized cargo handling systems to reduce emissions and will also be EEDI Phase III compliant. Once delivered, the VLECs will transport ethane on long-haul trade routes from the United States to Europe and Asia.
DNV’s Commitment To Green Maritime Innovation
Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria, Regional Manager South East Asia, Pacific & India, Maritime at DNV said, “We are honored by Purus’ confidence in selecting us for the technical supervision and classification of their innovative new buildings. Drawing on our decades of experience in gas carriers and maritime technology, DNV brings a distinct advantage to the development of environmentally friendly vessels that adhere to stringent industry standards.”
This is an exciting time for DNV to enter the VLEC market, with the rising demand for ethylene and ethanol-blended petrol to reduce carbon emissions. Our partnership with Purus and HHI underscores DNV’s dedication to fostering a greener and more efficient future for the maritime industry in line with the IMO’s emission targets.
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Source: Safety4Sea
