Korea's first onboard carbon capture system installed on HMM box ship

HMM’s 2,200-TEU container ship HMM Mongla has had an onboard carbon capture system (OCCS) installed and will soon undergo internal verification testing.

The project began in April 2023 as a collaborative effort with HMM, Samsung Heavy Industries, Korean Register (KR) and Panasia.

KR conducted the risk assessment and applied relevant regulations in this OCCS project.

The OCCS applies a technology that captures, liquefies and stores carbon dioxide from the exhaust gases generated during the ship’s operation. KR said, "This technology has the potential to be recognised by international organisations such as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as one of the most promising carbon reduction technologies, making it a proactive solution for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from ships in the future.”

KR said this system is expected to demonstrate technological leadership in the international maritime industry. It is hoped this will assist global maritime leaders when they meet to discuss the possible future adoption of OCCS at IMO’s Marine Environment Protection Committee.

A KR official stated, "Carbon capture technology is highly regarded as one of the effective measures for reducing greenhouse gases, drawing significant attention from the international community and the shipping industry. Based on the experience and outcomes of this successful project, KR will make every effort to support the shipping industry in timely decarbonisation."