ABS has granted General Design Approval (GDA) to Samsung Heavy Industries Co., LTD. for its detailed design of a 20,000 cbm liquefied hydrogen carrier featuring Type C tanks. This approval follows ABS's completion of design reviews based on class and statutory requirements. ABS's Senior Vice President highlighted hydrogen's importance in the clean energy economy, noting its critical roles as a fuel, feedstock, and energy storage medium. SHI's Vice President expressed plans for commercializing liquefied hydrogen carriers after securing detailed designs and mock-up verification. ABS, with over 50 years of experience in gas carriers, is at the forefront of decarbonization and sustainability efforts in the maritime industry.