DNV has granted an Approval in Principle (AiP) to HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) for an innovative electric propulsion liquid hydrogen (LH₂) carrier.
This vessel, capable of storing and transporting 80,000 cubic meters of LH₂, signifies a leap in maritime hydrogen transportation. The AiP ceremony is scheduled to take place at Gastech, Houston.
This milestone results from a collaboration among HD KSOE, Woodside Energy, Hyundai Glovis, and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL). Together, they aim to establish an integrated maritime transportation value chain for large-scale liquid hydrogen.
The vessel features HD Hyundai’s new large liquid hydrogen tanks with advanced vacuum insulation. It also includes an electric propulsion system equipped with Hydrogen Dual Fuel HiMSEN engines, allowing the use of both diesel and hydrogen. The innovative hull design and cargo handling system enhance operational efficiency and commercial flexibility.
The AiP from DNV confirms that HD KSOE’s design complies with the necessary safety, environmental, and technical standards for transporting LH₂. As part of the AiP, DNV conducted rigorous Hazard Identification (HAZID) and Environmental Impact Identification (ENVID) studies to identify and mitigate potential risks.
