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    ABS Approves Ammonia Cracking Technology for Ships from Pherousa

    (OSLO) ABS issued approval in principle (AIP) to Pherousa Shipping for its ammonia cracking technology onboard ships, featuring proton exchange membrane fuel cells and fuel gas supply system (FGSS) for fully electric propulsion. The emissions-free propulsion system is targeted for application on Pherousa’s Ultramax 64,000 dwt bulk carrier to transport copper, a key material in solar panels and electric cars, in fully emissions free vessels. “We are seeing rapid innovation and new developments around ammonia as an alternative fuel, whether as a carrier of hydrogen or as a

    ABS Publishes Industry-Leading Safety Insights for Ammonia as a Marine Fuel

    Featuring Advanced ABS Analysis on Ammonia Dispersion (HOUSTON) How does ammonia behave when it leaks in an engine room? How does a cloud of escaped ammonia disperse during bunkering operations? These and many other critical safety questions that must be understood if ammonia is to become widely adopted as a marine fuel are addressed in the latest industry-leading ABS research. Safety Insights for Ammonia as a Marine Fuel brings together the findings of advanced ABS research into the performance of ammonia on board. ABS performed computational fluid dynamics (CFD)

    ABS Publishes Industry-Leading Advisory on Dual-Fuel Propulsion

      (HOUSTON) Choosing the right dual-fuel propulsion system for a new vessel requires a balance of regulatory compliance, infrastructure readiness, safety considerations, operational flexibility and long-term economic viability. That’s the message from ABS in its latest publication to support shipowners who are wrestling with propulsion decisions that will impact their future fleets for years to come.   The ABS Dual-Fuel Solutions for Newbuild Vessels is a comprehensive report that examines dual-fuel propulsion options focused on hydrocarbon-

    ABS Delivers Synthetic Fuels and Nuclear Power Reports for the European Maritime Safety Agency

    Final Two Reports Complete Series of Six from ABS-Led Consortium (ATHENS) The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) has published the final two reports in a series of six, focused on alternative fuels and decarbonization technologies. The reports were contracted from a consortium led by ABS, which includes CE Delft, Arcsilea and Texas A&M University. A 360-degree analysis of nuclear power and synthetic fuels, specifically the renewable e-fuels of e-diesel, e-methane and e-methanol, complete a project for EMSA designed to support the European Commission, the Member States, the

    Nuclear-Electric Propelled Vessel Design from HD KSOE Earns ABS Approval

    (HOUSTON) A pioneering nuclear propelled containership designed by HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) has received approval in principle from ABS. The groundbreaking design for a 15k TEU vessel uses a propulsion system comprised of a molten salt reactor (MSR) for heat and a supercritical carbon dioxide (SCO2) system for power generation. ABS completed design reviews based on class requirements. ABS published the industry’s first comprehensive requirements for floating nuclear power in October last year. “Advanced modern reactors are both a global

    ABS Issues Approval in Principle for Ammonia FPSO with Carbon Capture from MODEC and TOYO

    (TOKYO) A new design for an ammonia floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) unit that features onboard carbon capture technology for blue ammonia production has received approval in principle (AIP) from ABS. The design comes from MODEC, Inc. (MODEC), in collaboration with Toyo Engineering Corporation (TOYO). ABS completed design reviews based on class and statutory requirements. Blue ammonia is a low-carbon method of producing ammonia. It is produced by combining hydrogen, which is derived as a byproduct of carbon dioxide that has been captured and stored, with

    ABS Approves Innovative Hydrogen Vacuum Insulation System from HD KSOE

    Validates Large-Scale Liquid Hydrogen Tank Technology for Shipping (BUSAN) HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) has received ABS approval in principle (AIP) for a tank design that enables large-scale hydrogen transport and storage. The vacuum insulation system from HD KSOE is designed to reduce the time required to create a vacuum in large tanks, essential for transportation. The new technology allows maintaining a vacuum state at –253℃, which KSOE says enables safer and loss-free transport of large quantities of liquid hydrogen. ABS completed design

    ABS Delivers Comprehensive Ammonia Dispersion Safety Evaluation to Hanwha Ocean

    (HOUSTON) ABS has completed an industry-leading safety evaluation of ammonia dispersion on board an ammonia-fueled gas turbine LNG carrier design from Hanwha Ocean. ABS, in collaboration with Hanwha Ocean, conducted computational fluid dynamics simulations that modeled different ammonia release scenarios due to accidental leakages from the engine room, the pipeline and the bunkering stations on deck. The study is one of the most comprehensive in the industry, using multiple ammonia release scenarios. The analyses found that the system complied with applicable ABS Rules

    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 Approves Ammonia Fuel Retrofit Solution from Nikkiso

    Ammonia Fuel Supply System Suitable for New Builds and Retrofits Achieves ABS Approval (HOUSTON and TEMECULA, Calif.) An ammonia fuel supply system that can be retrofitted to existing vessels or installed on new builds has earned approval in principle (AIP) from ABS. The ammonia fuel supply system from Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases, part of Nikkiso Co., Ltd.’s Industrial Division, features high efficiency pumps and an integrated fuel management system. ABS completed design reviews based on class and statutory requirements. “The ability to retrofit is significant

    ABS Approves New Autonomous Technologies from HD Hyundai for Ammonia-Fueled Ships

    (HOUSTON) At Gastech 2024, ABS awarded approval in principle for two new autonomous technologies from HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI). · Unmanned Ammonia Engine Room for Ammonia-Fueled Ship · Artificial Intelligence (AI) Safety Package for Unmanned Engine Room for Ammonia-Fueled Ship The AIPs are the culmination of a joint development project, part of a comprehensive memorandum of understanding 

    ABS Delivers Hydrogen and Wind Propulsion Reports for the European Maritime Safety Agency

    Industry-Leading Research Provides 360-Degree View of Hydrogen as a Marine Fuel and Wind-Assisted Propulsion (HAMBURG) A 360-degree analysis of hydrogen as a marine fuel and wind-assisted propulsion are the latest in a series of reports studying alternative fuels and decarbonization technologies for the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) delivered by an ABS-led consortium, including CE Delft and Arcsilea. EMSA is committed to supporting the European Commission, the Member States, the shipping sector and European ports in the transition to carbon neutral shipping. In this

    Industry First Advisory from ABS on Ammonia Bunkering

    Comprehensive Guidance for Safe Bunkering Operations (HOUSTON) ABS has released guidance focused on ammonia bunkering, the first such advisory for the industry. The ABS Ammonia Bunkering: Technical and Operational Advisory considers the aspects of bunkering ammonia as a fuel, providing the maritime industry with a better understanding of the challenges involved and how best to address them. Due to its greenhouse gas emissions reduction potential, ammonia is widely considered a leading alternative fuel candidate. However, given its toxicity, safe bunkering capabilities,

    ABS Supports Innovative LH2 Containment System Project

    EU Funded Project Looks to Revolutionize Liquid Hydrogen Storage on a Massive Scale (ATHENS) ABS is supporting the innovative LH2CRAFT project, an ambitious research initiative funded by the European Union with the goal of revolutionizing liquid hydrogen (LH2) storage on a massive scale catering to commercial vessels and emerging applications, all while enhancing safety, modularity, scalability and environmental sustainability. Administered by Hydrus Engineering S.A. and Technische Universitat Dresden, the research consortium is comprised of 14 members from nine different

    ABS Issues AIP to HD Hyundai Mipo for a Cutting-Edge, Ammonia-Powered Medium Range Tanker

    (ATHENS) A 50K DWT ammonia-powered tanker design proposal from HD Hyundai Mipo has received an Approval in Principle (AIP) from ABS. The vessel will feature an ammonia engine designed by WinGD and manufactured by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries – Engine & Machinery Division (HHI-EMD), along with its ammonia fuel supply system designed by HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE) and an ammonia boiler designed by Kangrim Heavy Industries. ABS completed design reviews based on class and statutory requirements. “ABS is committed to supporting our clients in their

    ABS Issues AIP to Very Large Ammonia Carrier Design from Samsung Heavy Industries

    (ATHENS) ABS awarded approval in principle (AIP) to Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. (SHI) for its design of a midship section and cargo tank for a 96K very large ammonia carrier. Representatives from both companies met at Posidonia 2024 for the AIP presentation. Among the largest in the world, the ammonia carrier design is the result of a joint development project that included the production of a 3D structural cargo hold model from SHI for review by ABS. ABS completed structural analysis and design reviews based on class and statutory requirements. “The utilization

    Carras Aquataurus Becomes World’s First Vessel to Earn ABS Biofuel-1 Notation

    (ATHENS) Carras (Hellas) S.A. is taking the next step in its sustainability journey by receiving the ABS Biofuel-1 notation for its Aquataurus ultramax bulk carrier, the first vessel in the world to qualify. The notation is assigned to vessels that use a biofuel blend of up to and including 30 percent biofuel in compliance with IMO and ABS requirements. Biofuels are liquid hydrocarbon fuels with similar composition and properties to fuel oil, but they are produced from renewable sources such as crops, agricultural and forestry waste, animal waste, or vegetable and animal

    ABS and AL Group to Study Ultramax Bulker Methanol Fuel Conversion

    (SINGAPORE) ABS and Asiatic Lloyd Maritime LLP, member of the AL Group, have signed a joint development project (JDP) to study the feasibility of converting the fuel system of an ultramax bulk carrier, from conventional diesel to methanol. The study is focused on a series of up to eight ABS Classed ultramax bulk carriers ordered for construction in the New Hantong Shipyard, China, for AL Group. “Converting vessel propulsion systems to take advantage of the decarbonization potential afforded by methanol is going to be an important part of the industry’s green energy

    ABS Joins Landmark Project for Dual-Fuel Ammonia Carrier

    (SINGAPORE) At Gastech 2023, ABS signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to review an innovative new design from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) for a dual-fuel, very large ammonia carrier (VLAC) for Eastern Pacific Shipping Pte. Ltd. (EPS). ABS joins project partners EPS, HHI and HHI Engine & Machinery Division, MAN Energy Solutions and the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore. Fueled by ammonia and liquefied natural gas (LNG), the 88K/93K cbm vessel design is expected to meet the demand for greenhouse gas reduction, in compliance with the latest International

    ABS Issues AIP for Hanwha Ocean’s Industry-First, Zero-Carbon Gas Carrier

    Ammonia-fueled operations emit zero-carbon emissions (SINGAPORE) ABS has issued an approval in principle (AIP) to Hanwha Ocean for its design of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier equipped with an ammonia-fueled gas turbine. ABS also issued an AIP to Hanwha Power Systems for its supercritical carbon dioxide (sCO2) power system. Efficiency improvements are reported as a result of using sCO2 as a working fluid in the turbine. The 174,000 cbm vessel would be the world’s first carbon emission free LNG carrier. The LNG carrier can use ammonia and natural gas separately or

    ABS Approves Innovative Emissions Reduction Technology for Ammonia-Fueled Ships

    (SINGAPORE) ABS issued an approval in principle (AIP) to HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE) and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) for its ammonia reductant supply system for selective catalytic reduction (SCR) in ammonia-fueled ships. Representatives from both companies and the Liberian International Ship & Corporate Registry (LISCR) met at Gastech 2023 for the AIP presentation. The system utilizes the ammonia carried on board as the SCR reductant to remove NOx from emissions as opposed to the urea used in traditional diesel propulsion. In addition, the AIP

    Four New Methanol-Ready Vessels to be Built to ABS Class for Algoma

    Order for Two Product Tankers from Algoma Follows Order for Two Methanol-Ready Bulk Carriers (HOUSTON) Algoma Central Corporation (Algoma) has ordered two, methanol-ready, 37,000-DWT, ice class product tanker vessels to be built to ABS Class. This CAN$127m investment followed an order for two, new, 72,250-DWT, methanol-ready, Kamsarmax-based ocean belt self-unloading vessels that will also be built to ABS Class from Algoma. The new product tankers will be entered on long-term time charters under Canadian flag, trading primarily from Saint John, New Brunswick, with deliveries to

    ABS Issues AIP for New Ammonia-Fueled Containership

    (SEOUL) ABS awarded an approval in principle (AIP) to Korea Maritime Consultants Co., Ltd. (KOMAC) for an innovative design of an ammonia-fueled containership.   The 3,600-TEU vessel is a design from KOMAC to address what they forecast as an increase in market need for small-scale, ammonia-fueled vessels. Given the challenging characteristics of ammonia, ABS conducted a comprehensive review and participated in the risk assessment of the ammonia fuel system in the AIP process to address safety and reliability. “Ammonia offers both significant potential to contribute to

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