Wärtsilä Gas Solutions has been contracted to supply cargo handling systems for three new 93,000m3 capacity very large ammonia carriers (VLACs).
The ships are being built at the Korean shipyard Hanwha Ocean, formerly known as DSME. Two vessels are for a Greek ship owner and one for a Japanese owner. These two orders are said to further strengthen Wärtsilä’s position as a leading supplier of cargo handling systems.
The Wärtsilä scope for the complete cargo handling system encompasses engineering, materials and supervision, commissioning, and gas trials. This comprehensive system is designed to ensure optimal performance and safety in cargo handling operations.
VLACs are essentially a but designed to carry full cargoes of ammonia. Since ammonia has a high specific gravity, VLAC cargo tanks and hulls need to be reinforced, and the vessels will have a deeper draught when fully loaded.
Patrick Ha, Sales Manager, Wärtsilä Gas Solutions said: “Wärtsilä Gas Solutions has become the largest supplier of complete cargo handling systems for vessels in this segment. We have enjoyed a long and successful relationship with Hanwha and look forward to building an even stronger relationship with ship owners through this project. We are very pleased to continue this relationship with both companies, and fully committed to providing our full support throughout this latest project.”
The Wärtsilä equipment is scheduled for delivery to the yard commencing in Q2 2025.
Image: Wärtsilä Gas Solutions will supply gas systems for three new 93,000 3 VLACs (credit: Hanwha Ocean)
