Approval for Design of Liquid Hydrogen Carrier with Innovative Cargo Containment System
Key Ideas
- CB&I and Hanwha Ocean have received Approval in Principle for an 80,000 cu m LH2 carrier design with a cutting-edge cargo containment system from DNV.
- The AiP confirms CB&I's cargo containment system adheres to safety standards for transporting LH2 established by international maritime authorities.
- CB&I's vacuum-insulated double-wall spheres for LH2 transport will be utilized in Hanwha Ocean's carrier design, further endorsed by DNV.
- DNV formalized the AiP at the Gastech conference in Houston, strengthening the partnership between the companies.
CB&I, a subsidiary of McDermott, and Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean have recently secured Approval in Principle (AiP) for the design of an 80,000 cubic meter liquid hydrogen (LH2) carrier and its accompanying cargo containment system from DNV. The AiP was officially granted at the Gastech conference held in Houston on September 17. This milestone affirms that CB&I's cargo containment system meets the necessary safety standards outlined by class rules and international codes for ships carrying liquefied gases in bulk, including those specifically related to the carriage of liquefied hydrogen. CB&I is actively supporting Hanwha Ocean by providing its innovative cargo containment system, featuring vacuum-insulated double-wall spheres designed for the safe transport of LH2. DNV has also approved the utilization of these advanced containment systems in Hanwha Ocean's carrier design, further solidifying the collaboration between the companies. Overall, this development signifies a significant step forward in the advancement of LH2 transportation technology and emphasizes the commitment to safety and innovation in the maritime industry.