KR (Korean Register) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) to develop an enhanced ammonia fuel supply system.
According to KR, there is, in line with IMO’s GHG regulatory goal, evidence of a global acceleration in the development of alternative fuel technologies. Ammonia is emerging as a promising alternative fuel due to its sustainable advantages, including ease of storage and transportation, and avoidance of the emission of carbon and sulphur compounds.
The MoU represents a collaborative effort between HD HHI and KR to advance the development of an ammonia fuel supply system. HD HHI will design key system configurations to integrate ammonia fuel into ammonia carriers, following which KR will conduct a comprehensive risk assessment of the system and grant Approval in Principle (AiP).
Jung Jaejun, HD HHI EVP, said: “Ammonia, as a zero-carbon fuel, offers significant benefits in operational economics and supply stability. Through this risk assessment, we are dedicated to developing an enhanced ammonia fuel supply system, contributing to global carbon-neutral initiatives.”
Kim Yeontae, KR Technical Division EVP, added: “This joint development is an important foundation for the commercialisation of ammonia-fuelled vessels. KR will continue to provide essential technical support for advancing decarbonisation solutions.”
Image: Jung Jaejun, HD HHI left); Kim Daeheon, KR (source: Korean Register)
