The G-NAOE 2024, co-hosted by Lloyd’s Register (LR) and the Society of Naval Architects of Korea (SNAK), was held in Southampton, bringing together global leaders in the maritime industry to discuss innovations in sustainable ship technology and maritime future trends.
Key Highlights and Topics
- CTO Ocean Forum:
- Samsung Heavy Industries presented its next-gen LNGC solution with wind-assist technology, onboard carbon capture, e-fuel capabilities, and enhanced cargo capacity.
- HD Hyundai Heavy Industries showcased its Integrated Smart Ship (ISS), a digital solution that centralizes vessel data on the bridge and enables shore-based remote operations.
- Hanwha Power Systems highlighted its new ventures in shipping operations and offshore drilling technologies.
- Alternative Fuels & Safety:
- Alternative Fuels Session: Louise Wright and Kyung-Tae Moon from LR presented on risk-based certification and compared quantitative risk assessments for LNG, methanol, and ammonia vessels.
- Nature-Positive Engineering: Discussions emphasized balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability, presenting nature-positive engineering as a path toward ecological harmony in maritime infrastructure.
- Geopolitical and Market Insights:
- A high-level roundtable discussed joint development projects and strategies to reduce technology obsolescence risks.
- Sessions also addressed geopolitical impacts, including the implications of a potential second Trump term on fossil fuel demand and the scaling up of low-carbon fuels.
- Collaborative Innovation:
- Industry leaders stressed collaborative development as crucial to innovation, especially given the rapid pace of technological advancement.
Closing Remarks
Ruth Boumphrey, CEO of Lloyd’s Register Foundation, noted the enduring maritime relationship between Korea and the UK, celebrating LR’s 60-year presence in Korea. She reaffirmed LR’s dedication to safety and societal benefits through sustainable shipping and ocean innovations.
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