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    Cybersecurity Concept for FPSOs from Hanwha Ocean Gets ABS Approval

    First Milestone from Offshore Technology Collaboration Agreement (HOUSTON) A new cybersecurity solution from Hanwha Ocean to protect critical infrastructure and operations on board floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) units received approval in principle (AIP) from ABS. Hanwha Ocean, in conjunction with SIGA Data Security, developed an Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity solution that is specifically designed to protect critical OT systems from cyber threats, enhancing the overall cyber resilience on FPSO units. ABS completed design reviews based on class and

    ABS Publishes Analysis of Offshore Injection Technologies for Carbon Capture and Storage

    Floating Storage and Injection Units Gaining Traction as a Decarbonization Solution (HOUSTON) ABS published a new technical paper that provides analysis of the offshore technologies supporting carbon capture and storage (CCS), a much-publicized approach to support heavy industry’s journey to lower carbon energy solutions. In the research, ABS dissects the shift to dedicated carbon dioxide (CO\2\) injection and storage facilities from existing enhanced oil recovery processes where CO\2\ is injected into a reduced pressurized oil reservoir to recover residual remaining oil.

    Innovative Hull Monitoring Concept from Light Structures Receives ABS Approval

    (HOUSTON) ABS has issued an approval in principle (AIP) to Light Structures for its new hull monitoring concept, ARGUS-VM. The ARGUS-VM concept received a SMART (SHM) Tier 1 AIP from ABS, which provides an industry recognition that the product complies with the functional and system requirements listed in the ABS Guide for Smart Functions for Marine Vessels and Offshore Units. Unlike traditional hull monitoring systems that require physical strain sensors, ARGUS-VM provides virtual measurements of hull responses using vessel data from existing onboard systems. This makes it

    ABS Approves New Multi-Purpose Deepwater LNG Floating Asset from SHI

    (HOUSTON) ABS issued an approval in principle (AIP) to Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) for its design of a multi-purpose liquefied natural gas (LNG) floating facility for deep water (MLF-O). Called MLF-O, the next-generation design from SHI optimizes the production facility for deepwater areas with a wave height of nine meters. According to SHI, the design has the advantage of providing faster delivery and cost-effective efficiency compared to onshore plants. ABS completed design reviews based on class and statutory requirements. The MLF-O is designed to minimize internal

    Sea Dragon Offshore Support Vessel to be Built to ABS Class

    Another New Construction Project Under ABS Class in Poland (GDANSK, Poland) An offshore support vessel (OSV) dedicated to serving offshore Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, for DOF, will be built to ABS Class in Poland. The vessel, designed by MMC Ship Design & Marine Consulting Ltd., will be constructed at CRIST S.A. shipyard and is scheduled for delivery in 2027. “We are proud to support this milestone new construction project from MMC, the first in Poland under ABS Class in more than a decade. ABS classed the first workboats to venture offshore in the United

    NearZero FPSO Design from SBM Offshore Gets Approval from ABS

    (HOUSTON) ABS issued an approval in principle to SBM Offshore for its concept of a near zero floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) unit. The NearZero FPSO design incorporates low carbon technologies that collectively create a “near zero” Scope 3 carbon emissions profile, achieving up to 80 percent reduction in GHG emissions. The introduction of the NearZero FPSO is an important step in SBM’s strategic path to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. ABS completed design reviews based on class and statutory requirements. Low carbon technologies featured in the FPSO

    Liza Unity Becomes World’s First FPSO to Receive ABS SUSTAIN-2 Notation

    (HOUSTON) The ABS-classed Liza Unity has become the first FPSO in the world to receive the SUSTAIN-2 notation from ABS. The notation is the next level in the vessel sustainability program developed by ABS to help fleets meet the environmental and human elements requirements contained in the strategic Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) from the United Nations. Liza Unity was the first FPSO to receive SUSTAIN-1 in 2021, recognizing sustainability-related aspects like pollution control and waste management. SUSTAIN-2 recognizes additional attributes such as the usage of low-

    ABS AIP for Hanwha Ocean’s FPSO Design

    (HOUSTON) ABS has awarded Hanwha Ocean Approval in Principle (AIP) for its Pre-FEED Standard FPSO Design intended to create an asset optimized for deployment in the deep waters of West Africa. The FPSO design is 340m long and capable of storing approximately 2.38 million barrels of crude oil, with a daily crude oil production capacity of 190,000 barrels. Developed to accommodate topsides for crude oil and or gas production facilities, the hull is designed to operate for up to 20 years without the need for dry docking. To address the recent tightening of environmental

    ABS Releases Industry-Leading Update to Offshore Rules

    Best-in-Class Rule Enhancements Support Adoption of New Technology (HOUSTON) ABS has introduced new Rules for Building and Classing Offshore Units (Offshore Rules) that bring multiple rule sets into a single, unified document with risk-based approaches for verifying new technologies along with easier navigation to support clients. The forward-looking initiative is part of a multi-year collaboration with industry, shipyards, owners, equipment manufacturers, designers and regulators to support today’s fast-moving technology advancements and innovations driven by digitalization

    ABS and KOMERI Sign Agreement to Advance Maritime Technology Research and Development

    (BUSAN) ABS and the Korea Marine Equipment Research Institute (KOMERI) signed an agreement at Offshore Korea that establishes a framework for strengthening technology research and development in the shipbuilding and marine industries. The two organizations will cooperate in the use of research facilities and equipment, as well as testing and certification. Further, they plan to provide mutual information exchanges and professional education through seminars, workshops and other network building events. “Maritime and offshore technologies are evolving rapidly. To make

    ABS to Lead Digital Twin, Condition Monitoring Project for Petrobras FPSOs

    (HOUSTON) ABS has secured a contract to provide and test a digital twin solution for real-time condition monitoring for a Petrobras floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) unit. The ABS solution will provide a digital twin of the asset, and as part of the project, ABS has selected Akselos S.A. to deploy the Akselos Structural Performance Management software that will be evaluated over the course of a year by monitoring one of the four FPSO units in the Cessão Onerosa oil field. “Condition monitoring is an important process for supporting older assets. ABS has

    ABS Launches Industry’s First Comprehensive Rules for Floating Nuclear Power at Joint Forum with Idaho National Laboratory

    ABS Publishes Detailed Study of Floating Offshore Nuclear Power Plant at High Level Industry Event (HOUSTON) The industry’s first comprehensive rules for floating nuclear power plants have been unveiled by American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) at a forum for nuclear industry leaders held jointly with Idaho National Laboratory (INL). Held at ABS’ world headquarters in Texas, the event saw presentations on the latest reactor technologies from leading companies and publication of a detailed study from ABS and Herbert Engineering modeling the design, operation and emissions of a

    Ammonia FPSO Design from Samsung Heavy Industries Receives ABS Approval

    (HOUSTON) ABS presented an approval in principle (AIP) to Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) for its new design of an ammonia floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) unit. Called Samsung Ammonia Blue, the concept features advanced safety components with an expected production capacity of 1.2 million tonnes per annum of ammonia. ABS completed design reviews on the topside process, interface system and layout based on class and statutory requirements. “With our extensive experience in floating offshore production units and leading guidance on ammonia as a marine fuel,

    ABS and Hanwha Offshore Sign Multi-Year Agreement to Collaborate on Accelerating Sustainability, Digitalization and Cybersecurity

    (HOUSTON) ABS and Hanwha Ocean Co., LTD, have agreed to explore cutting-edge technology projects together with the signing of an Offshore Technology Collaboration Agreement (OTCA) at Gastech 2024. The agreement is the foundation for collaboration on a succession of state-of-the-art projects leveraging each company’s core competencies under three broad themes: sustainability, digitalization and artificial intelligence and operational technology cybersecurity. The agreement aims to support the commercialization of a broad range of innovative technological advancements and

    ABS Approves New FLNG Design from Wison

    (HOUSTON) A new design for a 268-meter floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) facility from Wison New Energies received approval in principle (AIP) from ABS. The unit is designed to perform offshore and at-shore with an expected production capacity of 1.2 million tonnes per annum (mtpa). ABS completed design reviews based on class and statutory requirements. “ABS offers world-class engineering services and is proud to be able to support innovative designs from pioneering clients like Wison. LNG continues to be an important option in the alternative fuel mix, and this unit

    ABS Approves IMODCO’s New Energy Terminals for Offshore Ammonia Transfers

    (HOUSTON) Representatives from ABS and IMODCO Terminals SA, a division of SBM Offshore, met at Gastech 2024 where ABS issued approvals in principle (AIPs) for a range of jetty-less New Energy Terminal concepts to move frequent, large-volume ammonia transfers away from shore. IMODCO is applying a proven jetty-less system for moving crude oil to support the supply chain for new fuels such as ammonia. ABS reviewed the designs for IMODCO’s Catenary Anchor Leg Mooring (CALM) buoy, CALM soft yoke and Tower Loading Unit (TLU), which offer ammonia carriers a connection to

    bp Selects ABS Class and Service Support for High Tech Kaskida Project

    (HOUSTON) bp selected ABS to support the deepwater Kaskida project in the Gulf of Mexico. ABS will provide classification and engineering verification services for the new semisubmersible production unit. “ABS is the recognized Class leader in offshore exploration and in the Gulf of Mexico; we have decades of experience classing complex semisubmersible production platforms. But this project goes beyond classification. We are also providing numerous other services related to engineering review and verification, expanding our portfolio of high-pressure, high-temperature (HPHT)

    ABS to Support Al Shaheen Field Development with World Class Engineering and Risk Management

    (HOUSTON) Genesis North America (GNA), as a major subcontractor of Offshore Oil Engineering Co., Ltd. (COOEC), has engaged ABS to support RUYA Project, a production capacity improvement plan for the Al Shaheen field in Qatar operated by North Oil Company (NOC). An ABS advanced analysis team will lead a safety engineering program providing risk mitigation and asset integrity support. ABS will also perform a number of critical studies including dropped object analysis for subsea pipelines and cables. Al Shaheen is one of the world’s largest carbonate fields and is the largest

    ABS to Class Two New Seatrium FPSOs for Petrobras Both Organizations to Collaborate on Digital Enabled Lifecycle Services

    Contract Follows Historic Technology MOU between ABS and Seatrium (SINGAPORE) Seatrium announced that it has awarded the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) a Classification contract for the newbuild floating production storage and offloading vessels (FPSO) platforms P-84 and P-85 with the final delivery expected to 2029. These are the first FPSOs to be awarded following ABS and Seatrium’s Technology Collaboration Agreement (TCA), that aims to promote increased decarbonization, digitalization and innovation in the offshore industry. Both FPSOs will incorporate technologies

    ABS AIP for New Gangway Design from Pengrui and COSCO

    (SHANGHAI) ABS has issued approval in principle (AIP) to Nantong Pengrui Offshore Technology Co., Ltd and COSCO Shipping Shipyard (Nantong) Co., Ltd. for its novel design of an offshore access gangway. The motion compensated, active and passive, gangway design offers a solution for the growing demand for efficient access for service operation vessels (SOVs) supporting wind turbines and offshore platforms. ABS completed design reviews based on class and statutory requirements. “Transferring personnel to and from offshore facilities is one of the most hazardous operations

    Edison Chouest Feeder Fleet for U.S. Offshore Wind Market to be Built to ABS Class

    (HOUSTON) A new feeder fleet of two tugs and two barges dedicated to serving a wind turbine installation vessel (WTIV) from Maersk Supply Service (MSS) has been ordered by Edison Chouest Offshore (ECO) to ABS Class. The innovative system is designed to deliver components to the construction site, allowing the ABS-classed WTIV to remain on location, promising faster wind farm installations. Designed to serve the U.S. offshore wind market, the novel articulated tug/barge (ATB) connection system uses the 900-square-meter barge decks to transport offshore wind components for

    ABS Awards World’s First REMOTE-CON Notation for FPSO Liza Unity

    (HOUSTON) The ABS-classed Liza Unity continues to collect industry firsts by receiving the first REMOTE-CON notation for an FPSO from ABS. The REMOTE-CON notation demonstrates the vessel’s alignment with remote-control functions and signifies that the design and construction of the offshore asset are assessed against and adhere to the ABS Requirements for Autonomous and Remote Control Functions.  The Liza Unity is the second FPSO to be built for ExxonMobil Guyana’s Stabroek Block development and the first delivered under SBM Offshore’s Fast4Ward® program. It was also the first FPSO to

    ABS Approves Two Innovative Autonomous Technologies for Offshore Platforms from HD Hyundai Group

    (HOUSTON) ABS awarded approval in principle (AIP) to two critical autonomous functions on a proposed offshore platform in the latest phase of its pioneering collaboration with HD Hyundai Group. The artificial intelligence-based Autonomous Machinery Health Management Function (HiCBM) and the Autonomous Safety Management Function (HiCAMS) both received AIP from ABS at the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston. HiCBM and HiCAMS received ABS product design assessments for ships throughout 2022 and 2023. Now, ABS is supporting their application to the offshore industry.

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