KR grants AiP to SHI for 9,300 TEU ammonia-fueled container ship

At GASTECH 2024, the Korean Register (KR) announced that it has given an important approval to Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) for their new “9,300 TEU Ammonia-Fueled Container Ship.” This approval is called an “Approval in Principle” (AiP), and it marks a big step forward in developing ships that can run on ammonia fuel.

As the shipping industry tries to reduce pollution and meet stricter environmental goals, ammonia is becoming a popular choice as a cleaner fuel. Ammonia does not create carbon dioxide (CO2) when burned, making it a strong option for cutting down harmful emissions from ships.

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Why Ammonia? Ammonia is seen as a good alternative to traditional fuels because it can be more cost-effective and efficient. However, using ammonia as a fuel is not easy. Ammonia is very toxic and can damage the ship’s systems because of its corrosive properties. For these reasons, ships that run on ammonia need specially designed fuel systems and extra safety measures.

SHI has taken a big step by developing a special design for this 9,300 TEU container ship. This ship includes new fuel tanks, fuel supply systems, ventilation, and gas detection systems to handle ammonia’s unique characteristics safely.

Approval from KR KR carefully studied SHI’s new ship design and the ammonia fuel system. They made sure that it followed all the necessary rules and international safety standards. After confirming that the ship was safe and met all the requirements, KR granted the Approval in Principle. This means the ship is ready for future development and use.

What Experts Say LEE Hyungchul, the Chairman and CEO of KR, said, “This project is an important step toward making large ammonia-powered ships a reality. KR will keep supporting new technologies that help reduce pollution.”

JANG Haeki, Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of SHI, added, “Our new ammonia-fueled container ship shows SHI’s top eco-friendly technology. We are speeding up the development of carbon-neutral solutions to stay ahead in the future of shipping.”

Looking Ahead The development of this ship is part of the global push to find cleaner ways to power ships. With KR’s approval, SHI is closer to bringing ammonia-powered ships to the market. This is a significant move toward reducing the shipping industry’s carbon footprint and creating a more sustainable future for maritime transport.

Conclusion As ammonia fuel technology continues to improve, it will play a key role in helping the shipping industry meet its decarbonization goals. The collaboration between KR and SHI is a major step in making eco-friendly, carbon-neutral shipping a reality. This new 9,300 TEU ammonia-fueled container ship shows that the future of clean shipping is within reach.