Hanwha Ocean announced on June 4th that it signed three Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) for eco-friendly technology cooperation with Korea Shipping (KR) and DNV at the Norshipping 2025 exhibition in Oslo.
As informed, one major project involves developing super-large ammonia carriers with a capacity of 150,000㎥, significantly larger than the current largest 93,000㎥ ammonia carrier. Ammonia, which emits no carbon dioxide during combustion and can be converted into hydrogen, is gaining attention as a key eco-friendly fuel for the future carbon-free era, and Hanwha Ocean aims to lead in scaling ammonia transport capacity.
Another MOU with KR focuses on improving LNG carrier efficiency by redesigning seafarers’ living quarters, moving them from the ship’s stern to the bow. This design aims to better utilize space, enhance ship stability, and improve anchoring and unloading by integrating with the FWD Moring system used for anchoring.
Lastly, Hanwha Ocean and DNV will collaborate on MCTIB fuel tanks, which use manganese instead of nickel to reduce production costs. They plan to develop technology to increase steam pressure limits for these tanks, optimizing them for shore power while ships are anchored.
We will increase technology reliability and lead international eco-friendly standards through various joint development projects
… an official from Hanwha Ocean.
