Deltamarin receives AiP from LR for next-generation very large gas carrier designs
June 10, 2024 – Five new designs of very large gas carriers developed by Deltamarin and China Merchants Heavy Industry (Jiangsu) have received Approval in Principle (AiP) from the classification society Lloyd’s Register. The AiP certificates were awarded on June 6, 2024, at Posidonia.
The AiP handover for the gas carrier designs was witnessed by Mr. Andy McKeran (Chief Commercial Officer of Lloyd’s Register), Esa Jokioinen (Sales and Marketing Director at Deltamarin), Mr. Wang Yangzhi (General Manager Assistance of China Merchants Industry Group) and Mr. Huang Jin (Marketing Director of China Merchants Industry Group).
The AiP handover ceremony at Posidonia 2024. From left to right: Mr. Nicholas Shen, Mr. Wang Yangzhi (General Manager Assistance at China Merchants Industry Group), Andy McKeran (Chief Commercial Officer at Lloyd’s Register), Esa Jokioinen (Sales and Marketing Director at Deltamarin) and Mr. Huang Jin (Marketing Director at China Merchants Industry Group).
The AiP certificate is issued for next-generation concept designs of 99,000cbm ethane fuelled very large ethane carrier (VLEC), 88,000cbm and 93,000cbm LPG fuelled very large LPG carriers (VLGC), and 88,000cbm and 93,000cbm ammonia fuelled very large ammonia carriers (VLAC).
Next-generation very large gas carrier designs
Over multiple studies, a set of innovative main dimensions has been defined for these five new designs. The slightly smaller vessels can easily access the old Panama lock, while the larger ones are given the possibility to enjoy the priority privilege during Panama transit. The VLEC will use ethane as fuel and be equipped with CMHI’s self-developed independent type B tanks.
The optimized fuel storage and propulsion configuration provide clients with higher energy efficiency and greater economic flexibility. The VLGCs and VLACs will be fitted with independent type A tanks and will use LPG and ammonia as fuel, respectively. The state-of-the-art fuel systems in all designs will enhance the operational efficiency and safety while, also contributing to a cleaner shipping industry.
About Deltamarin
Deltamarin Group provides ship design, offshore engineering, and construction support for the marine and offshore industries worldwide. The services include the full range of consulting, design, and engineering as well as procurement, support for construction and installation. The Group employs around 400 experts in its own and associated companies located in Europe and Asia. Deltamarin is part of China Merchants Group. www.deltamarin.com
About China Merchants Industry (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd
China Merchants Industry (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd. is a large backbone enterprise wholly owned by China Merchants Industry Holdings Co., Ltd. (CMI), a Fortune 500 company. Headquartered in Hong Kong, CMI has several production and manufacturing bases in the Yangtze River economic zone, Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Great Bay Area, Yangtze River Delta area, Bohai Bay, as well as subsidiaries and institutions overseas. CMI’s business mainly focuses on five aspects including repairs & conversion, marine & offshore equipment newbuilding, specialised shipbuilding, cruise shipbuilding, new materials and special equipment. www.cmhk.com
About Lloyd’s Register
Lloyd’s Register (LR) is a global professional services organization specializing in engineering and technology for the maritime industry. With a legacy dating back to 1760, LR provides classification, compliance, and consultancy services to enhance the safety and performance of ships and offshore structures. Committed to driving innovation and sustainability, LR supports its clients in meeting stringent regulatory requirements and achieving decarbonization goals. www.lr.org
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