Lloyd’s Register (LR) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Hydrogen Ship Technology Center at Pusan National University (PNU) in Korea, forming an international partnership to accelerate innovations in liquefied hydrogen carrier technology and cryogenic engineering.
Key Highlights
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The agreement, signed on 16 April 2025 in Busan, aims to support the clean energy transition by promoting liquefied hydrogen as a safe, scalable maritime fuel.
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LR and PNU will collaborate on joint research, technology development, academic cooperation, and policy advancement to shape the future of zero-emission shipping.
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The partnership supports the development of ‘Hydro Ocean K’, the world’s largest liquefied hydrogen carrier, spearheaded by PNU.
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This collaboration is a significant move toward ensuring these next-gen vessels are designed, built, and operated to the highest international standards.
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Source: LR
