Lloyd’s Register (LR) has actually granted authorization in concept (AIP) to HJ Shipbuilding as well asConstruction Co Ltd (HJSC)– previously Hanjin Heavy Industries & & Construction– for its 7,700 TEU dissolved gas (LNG)- sustained containership.
The AIP adheres to a memorandum of understanding (MOU) as well as joint growth task (JDP) contract in between both firms joined November 24, 2021. Under the MOU, HJSC has actually provided the principle as well as the style of the vessel, with LR assessing as well as accepting the style illustrations, based on LR Class Rules as well as Regulations.
The 272-meter containership will certainly be geared up with LNG propulsion as well as a 6,000 m3 GTT Mark III membrane layer kind container, allowing it to get to a 22-knot optimum rate. Furthermore, the style of the LNG tank has actually been maximized to reduce the influence on freight capability, with the container liing listed below holiday accommodation. The LNG container framework was additionally validated according to LR’s gas-fuel guidelines, in addition to the modified IGF code.
Lloyd’s Register North-East Asia Area Manager, Sung-Gu Park, stated, “LR is focused on innovating to improve efficiency and safety. We are delighted to have reached another important stage in our collaboration with HJSC on this key project. There are many applications of LNG technologies in shipbuilding, on different types of vessels, and LR is keen to enhance competencies.”
HJSC, Marketing Director, Young-Joon Jean, stated, “This is a great milestone JDP for HJSC as we are gearing up for the first-ever LNG fueled containership new construction project. the AIP will no doubt facilitate HJSC to demonstrate its capability as a full-fledged future ship provider and resume the fame of the containership new build. The collaboration with LR would also imply the design integrity and advanced technology to resonate market presence together with such a best-seller design which is also scalable towards market demand.”
