South Korean shipbuilding major HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) has obtained approvals in principle (AiP) from Lloyd’s Register (LR) and the Liberian International Ship & Corporate Registry (LISCR) for its ammonia cargo operation system and ammonia fuel supply system, which can be used in conjunction with LPG, reports offshore energy.
Fuel technology
As reported, ammonia is gaining attention as an alternative fuel technology due to its carbon and sulfur-free emissions and ease of storage and transport, making it a strong candidate to support the International Maritime Organization’s 2050 Net-Zero target.
According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), ammonia will comprise 46% of all ship fuels by 2050. Demand for its transportation is also said to be growing as it serves as a “carrier” for hydrogen.
In related news, HD KSOE, in collaboration with ship designer Robert Allan, received an AiP from ABS for an escort tug with a methanol dual-fuel (DF) hybrid propulsion system.
The certification was awarded for the RAstar 3500-W escort tug developed by HD KSOE and Robert Allan as part of their joint project that includes three different types of tugboats.
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Source: Offshore energy
