Charting the course toward a decarbonized future

?? Green Marine Industry News Recap ??

This week, Nor-Shipping 2023 took center stage as the global maritime industry gathered to showcase and discuss the latest developments in sustainable shipping. The event served as a platform for exchanging ideas, fostering collaboration, and recognizing groundbreaking advancements in #decarbonization efforts. Among the notable highlights were the granting of several Approval in Principle (AiP) awards, recognizing innovative designs and technologies that are propelling the industry toward a greener future.

Now, let's delve into some of the key developments and AiP awards that emerged from Nor-Shipping 2023:

1?? KNCC Set to Order LCO2 Carriers with Unique Containment System:

During the event, Knutsen NYK Carbon Carriers AS (KNCC) revealed its intention to order liquefied carbon dioxide (LCO2) carriers featuring its unique containment system. This decision is being revealed on the back of a General Approval for Ship Application (GASA) the company secured for the LCO2-EP containment system from the DNV classification society. #carboncapture #lco2

?? Read more: KNCC All Set to Order LCO2 Carriers Featuring Its Unique Containment System

2?? SHI Receives Approval for 40,000 m3 LCO2 Carrier:

Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) received a significant boost during Nor-Shipping as the Korean Register Korean Register (KR) granted approval for its 40,000 m3 liquefied carbon dioxide (LCO2) carrier design. This milestone showcases the industry's progress in developing vessels that facilitate the transportation of liquified #co2 playing an important part in the Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (#ccus) value chain. ?? Read more: SHI Wins Approval from KR for 40,000 m3 LCO2 Carrier

3?? DNV Greenlights NOGAPS Ammonia-Fueled Gas Carrier Design:

DNV awarded approval in principle (AiP) for NOGAPS' innovative ammonia-fueled gas carrier design. This endorsement underscores the industry's growing confidence in ammonia as a viable, low-carbon fuel alternative and emphasizes the continuous exploration of innovative solutions to reduce the industry's reliance on traditional marine fuels.

4?? LR Partners to Measure Carbon Emissions of Newbuild LNG Carrier from Cradle to Grave:

劳氏船级社 (LR) announced its partnership to measure the carbon #emissions of a newbuild LNG carrier throughout its entire lifecycle. By capturing emissions data from cradle to grave, the maritime sector aims to enhance its understanding of carbon footprints and drive more targeted #sustainability efforts.

?? Read more: LR Partners to Measure Carbon Emissions of Newbuild LNG Carrier from Cradle to Grave

5?? Viridis Bulk Carriers Receives DNV's Green Light for Ammonia-Fueled Short-Sea Bulker:

Nor-Shipping also witnessed Viridis Bulk Carriers receiving DNV's approval for their #ammonia-fueled short-sea bulker design. The Viridis Bulk Carriers design, developed by Kongsberg Maritime, is for 5,000 dwt short seas vessels that offer a range (3,000 nm) and safety levels equivalent to conventionally fuelled vessels.

?? Read more: Viridis Bulk Carriers Gets DNV's Green Light for Ammonia-Fueled Short-Sea Bulker

As the maritime industry accelerates its journey toward decarbonization, it is important to note that 'every drop of effort towards a greener marine industry creates ripples of positive change that can transform our oceans'.