Revolutionizing Cargo Handling: ABS Applauds HD KSOE's Ethane Carriers
In an exciting development from Seoul, HD Korea Shipbuilding and Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) has received Approval in Principle (AIP) from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) for their innovative design of an advanced cargo handling system for very large ethane carriers (VLECs).
Innovative Cutting-Edge Design
The breakthrough design incorporates a refrigerant-based reliquefication mechanism and an ethane fuel supply system. The system is poised to drastically lessen operating costs for ethane transportation by maintaining stable temperatures and pressures.
ABS and HD KSOE Collaboration
Patrick Ryan, ABS Senior Vice President, expressed pride: “Transporting ethane demands sophisticated technology, and at ABS, we leverage our unparalleled expertise in gas carriers to facilitate clients like HD KSOE with their pioneering vessel designs.”
Vision for Eco-Friendly Solutions
Young-Jun Nam, the CEO of SD Business Unit at HD KSOE, emphasized the significance: “This development fortifies our eco-friendly equipment value chain. We will persist in crafting diverse cargo handling systems to enhance our competitive edge.”
Strengthening Future Ventures
The collaboration between ABS and HD KSOE marked a pivotal moment in 2024 with the signing of a memorandum of understanding to bolster cooperation on pioneering technologies, focusing on innovative system development for future vessels.
According to Cision News, the clear vision of both corporations is geared towards nurturing eco-friendly solutions, cementing their roles as leaders in maritime technological advancements.
