Accelerating the Future: Hanwha Ocean's Advancements in Liquefied Hydrogen Carriers
Key Ideas
- Hanwha Ocean receives Approval In Principle for an 80,000m³-class electrically propelled liquefied hydrogen carrier, a significant step towards zero carbon emissions in maritime transport.
- Liquefied hydrogen's high transport efficiency and storage advantages contribute to the future hydrogen economy, fueling technological developments worldwide.
- Partnerships between Hanwha Ocean, DNV, and CB&I result in the development of a certified liquefied hydrogen carrier with carbon-free power generation, ensuring no carbon emissions during operations.
- Future plans by Hanwha Ocean involve focusing on developing larger liquefied hydrogen carriers and ships with various carbon-free propulsion systems, aiming to enhance technological capabilities in the industry.
At Gastech 2024 in Houston, an approval ceremony was held for the development of an 80,000m³-class electrically propelled liquefied hydrogen carrier by Hanwha Ocean. This milestone marks a significant advancement towards zero carbon emissions in maritime transport. The certification received from DNV, a Norwegian classification society, highlights the efficiency of liquefied hydrogen in storage and transport, crucial for the future hydrogen economy. The carrier operates with a carbon-free power source using evaporated boil-off gas, ensuring no carbon dioxide emissions during its operations. Collaboration between Hanwha Ocean, CB&I, and DNV has resulted in extensive research on liquefied hydrogen carriers, cargo handling systems, and eco-friendly propulsion systems. Mark Butts of CB&I praised the collaboration, emphasizing the safety and efficiency of the carrier with a minimal boil-off rate. Hanwha Ocean plans to expand its focus on larger carriers and ships with various carbon-free propulsion systems to enhance technological capabilities. This development signifies a positive step towards a sustainable and efficient liquefied hydrogen supply chain in the maritime industry.
Topics
Certification
Innovation
Energy Transition
Shipping Industry
Business Partnerships
Maritime Technology
Zero Carbon Emissions
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