KR has signed an MoU with HD Hyundai to collaborate on the pilot project of a cloud-based next-generation smart ship solution (ISS 2.0) developed by HD Hyundai, on June 4th at Posidonia 2024, held in Athens, Greece.

This project, jointly undertaken by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI), HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE), HD Hyundai Marine Solution (HD HMS), Sinokor Merchant Marine, and KR, aims to equip and demonstrate next-generation smart ship solutions on vessels. KR plans to conduct technical reviews based on classification rules as well as domestic and international regulations, verifying the suitability of the next-generation smart ship solutions.

The next-generation smart ship solution, which will undergo verification in this project, is a cloud-based platform solution developed in collaboration with HD HHI, HD KSOE, and HD HMS, incorporating new market demands and user requirements.

This solution is equipped with innovative functions, including optimal route guidance, crew task support functions, and accident video analysis solutions, to ensure economic feasibility, efficiency, and safety.

KR Grants Approval to HD HHI’s Next Generation K-Ammonia Storage & Powered PCTC

KR has awarded an Approval in Principle (AiP) for the Next Generation K-Ammonia Storage & Powered PCTC, developed by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) with the participation of Hyundai Glovis and G-Marine Service, at Posidonia 2024.

Currently, to address the increasingly stringent global greenhouse gas regulations, the development of alternative fuel technologies is actively underway, and ammonia fuel technology is one of the most highly regarded in the market. However, ammonia is more toxic and corrosive compared to other alternative fuels, requiring additional safety verifications considering the fuel propulsion system design and ship operation characteristics.

The ship that received the AiP was designed by HD HHI, taking into account the characteristics of ammonia. It includes an ammonia fuel containment system, specifically designed to handle the toxicity and corrosiveness of the ammonia fuel. KR verified the technical suitability of this system based on classification rules and domestic and international regulations. Hyundai Glovis and G-Marine Service jointly participated in the risk assessment process, enhancing the technical completeness.

KR Grants AiP for 150K Ultra-Large Ammonia Carrier and Signs MoU with SHI for Development of Ammonia-Fueled Container Ships

KR has granted an Approval in Principle (AiP) for the 150K ultra-large ammonia carrier developed by Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with them for the development of 9,300 TEU ammonia-fueled container ships on June 5th at Posidonia 2024.

The 150K ultra-large ammonia carrier was developed as part of a joint development project between KR and SHI. It is designed to transport large quantities of ammonia while using ammonia as a propulsion fuel, ensuring zero carbon emissions during operation.

SHI performed the conceptual design of the fuel system, addressing the characteristics of ammonia, including fuel supply, ventilation, and gas monitoring systems, and ensured that the basic design of the large tanks met the regulatory requirements. KR verified the safety of the ammonia fuel system, checked the suitability of the tank arrangement, and reviewed domestic and international regulations to confirm the design compliance of the ultra-large ammonia carrier.

Meanwhile, on the same day as the AiP award ceremony, a signing ceremony of an MoU for the development of 9,300 teu ammonia-fueled container ships also took place.

SHI will design the main system layout for applying ammonia fuel to neo-panamax 9,300 teu container ships, and KR will verify the design compliance through the review of classification rules as well as domestic and international regulations, ultimately granting an AiP.

KR, Hanwha Ocean, Amogy and Hanwha Aerospace team up for application of ammonia reformers and ammonia fuel cell systems to ships

KR has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hanwha Ocean, Amogy, and Hanwha Aerospace. The MoU, signed at Posidonia 2024 in Athens, Greece, focuses on the technical collaboration and certification for the application of ammonia reformers and ammonia fuel cell systems to ships. The ammonia reformers, used to produce gas with hydrogen as the main component and supply it to fuel cell stacks, are essential equipment for the adoption of fuel cell systems.

Amid the increasing global decarbonization regulations, ammonia is emerging as a highly efficient alternative fuel. This agreement aims to apply reformers and fuel cell systems to ships, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing carbon emissions, thereby lessening the environmental burden.

The MoU encompasses collaboration across various technological areas related to the application of reformers and fuelcell systems in ships. This includes design, development, testing, and certification of ammonia reformers and fuel cell systems. Ultimately, the safety and suitability of these systems will be verified based on KR’s rules, international conventions and standards, with KR planning to issue a New Technical Qualification (NTQ) certificate.

KR-Hanwha Ocean Signs MOU on Joint Development Project for Smart Navigation Solution (Economic Voyage of Vessels)

KR has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hanwha Ocean at Posidonia 2024 on a Joint Development Project for Smart Navigation Solution (Economic Voyage of Vessels)

This agreement aims to utilize Hanwha Ocean's smart navigation solutions for data analysis and propose optimal routes to enhance economic operations, reduce fuel consumption, and decrease carbon emissions.

KR will validate the effectiveness and operational aspects of this system and issue an Approval in Principle (AiP). Hanwha Ocean plans to enhance their economic operation technology through collaboration with KR. KR intends to contribute to decarbonization regulations through this agreement integrating digital technologies and providing technical support.