The announcement was made during Nor-Shipping 2023 in Oslo, Norway on 8 June. The new tank shape, developed by HD HHI, is designed to improve safety and productivity.
The new tank shape aims to address the challenge of sloshing that impacts the transportation of liquefied gases, such as LNG. Sloshing refers to the wave-like movement of liquid inside a tank during sea transport.
It is crucial to ensure structural stability by minimizing sloshing flow caused by the ship's motion, as excessive sloshing can exert significant impact forces on the tank walls, jeopardizing its structural integrity.
HD HHI successfully optimized the shape of the liquefied gas tank, effectively reducing the sloshing effect and enhancing stability. This significantly mitigates the risk of accidents and potential disasters during transportation.
Furthermore, the innovative tank design incorporates an improved layout, leading to enhanced work efficiency and productivity.
The newly developed tank shape exemplifies cutting-edge technology that combines improved safety measures, increased productivity, and efficient sloshing reduction techniques.
HD HHI plans to expand the application of the new tanks to various liquefied gas carriers and propulsion ships in the future.
It is expected that HD HHI will continue to strengthen its competitiveness in the liquefied cargo carrier shipbuilding market, including LNG, by providing safe and reliable solutions to customers.
KR is committed to actively collaborating on the technology development of new tank types, including Hi-ICON.
As a leading classification society, KR will provide comprehensive technical support to facilitate the development of next-generation eco-friendly ships, further promoting the advancement of maritime industry.
Vice President Ahn Young-gyu of Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) and Vice President Yeon Gyu-jin of Korean Register (KR) pose at a ceremony in which SHI received an AIP certificate on a a 40,000 m3 LCO2 carrier developed by the shipbuilder from KR during Nor-Shipping 2023 in Oslo, Norway on June 7. (Photos: KR)
KR Grants AIP to SHI's LCO2 Carrier
Korean Register awarded an Approval in Principle for a 40,000 m3 LCO2 carrier developed by Samsung Heavy Industries in collaboration with KR.
The certificate was presented during a ceremony held at Nor-Shipping 2023 in Oslo, Norway on 7 June.
This achievement is the result of a successful collaboration between SHI and KR, with SHI designing the cargo tank and hull structure, while KR verified the suitability of the design by reviewing classification rules and related regulations.
Among various technologies that have been developed to reduce carbon throughout the entire industry, LCO2 carriers are expected to play an important role as a major means of transportation for CCUS (Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage) technology, which captures CO2 generated from fuel combustion or industrial processes, and either utilizes it as a valuable resource or securely stores it underground, making a significant contribution to carbon reduction and global warming prevention.
KR Grants First NTQ Statement for HiNAS-Control
Korean Register (KR) announced the issuance of the Statement of Qualification, marking the first New Technical Qualification (NTQ) statement which was awarded to the Hyundai Intelligent Navigation Assistant System (HiNAS Control).
The successful completion of the System Integration Stage, the third stage of the NTQ process, solidifies HiNAS Control's capabilities as an innovative AI-based autonomous navigation system.
Developed in collaboration between Avikus, a leading provider of autonomous navigation solutions, and HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE), HiNAS Control utilizes augmented reality (AR) technology.
By integrating data collected from vessel sensors and sailing equipment, the system empowers ships to navigate optimal routes, maintain ideal speeds, and avoid collisions.
This solution not only enhances safety during navigation but also improves fuel efficiency and alleviates the operational workload for bridge teams.
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