ABS Approves New Design from Lateral Naval Architects for a Sustainable 70-Meter Superyacht
(PORT HERCULE, Monaco) Lateral Naval Architects received approval in principle (AIP) from ABS for its new design of a methanol-fueled, 70-meter superyacht.
Lateral’s design focuses on reducing carbon emissions by utilizing alternative fuels, specifically green methanol. ABS utilized the ABS Requirements for Methanol and Ethanol Fueled Vessels to review the design and award the AIP.
“ABS is proud to collaborate with forward-looking companies like Lateral Naval who continuously explore and promote innovative solutions for their clients. This superyacht design promises to capitalize on the experience gained from commercial vessels utilizing methanol to meet greenhouse gas emission reduction targets,” said Daniele Bottino, ABS Manager, Business Development, Yacht Sector Lead.
“It’s fantastic to have the support of ABS as we develop the energy transition platform. ABS has great experience in working on methanol projects and we appreciate their help in ensuring that our interpretation of the methanol fuel requirements is correct,” said Simon Brealey, Chief Mechanical Engineer, Lateral Naval Architects.
ABS is a world leader in advancing methanol as a marine fuel. More information is available here.
Photo Caption 1: Model of the yacht called ETP – Energy Transition Platform. Courtesy Lateral Naval Architects
Photo Caption 2 (L to R): Daniele Bottino, ABS Manager, Business Development, Yacht Sector Lead, with Simon Brealey, Chief Mechanical Engineer at Lateral Naval Architects
About ABS
ABS, a leading global provider of classification and technical advisory services to the marine and offshore industries, is committed to setting standards for safety and excellence in design and construction. Focused on safe and practical application of advanced technologies and digital solutions, ABS works with industry and clients to develop accurate and cost-effective compliance, optimized performance and operational efficiency for marine and offshore assets.
About Lateral
Lateral Naval Architects provides complete engineering expertise to the superyacht industry, from project conception to delivery, operation and refit. Our core competency is engineering, but our unique focus is on meaningful innovation to enable superyachts that meet the demands of today's owners and those of the future. We believe that meaningful innovation starts with asking new questions.
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