HD Hyundai onboard carbon capture system gets green light

A group of HD Hyundai affiliates has received an approval in principle (AiP) from DNV for an onboard carbon capture and storage system (OCCS) designed for retrofits.

Applicable for a wide range of vessels, the OCCS grew out from a joint industry project (JIP) between DNV and the HD Hyundai companies, focusing on an LNG dual-fuel, 15,000-TEU ultra-large container ship built by the HD Hyundai Group. The JIP successfully integrated advanced carbon capture and liquefaction systems developed by Hyundai Heavy Industries Power Systems and HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE).

The design was developed by HD Hyundai Marine Solution, HD Hyundai Engineering & Technology, HD KSOE and Hyundai Heavy Industries Power Systems.

HD Hyundai Engineering & Technology provided 3D modelling and detailed design for the OCCS, while DNV verified the concept based on the applicable international regulations and its own classification rules and guidelines.

DNV Korea and Japan regional manager, Vidar Dolonen, said, “The AiP underscores the importance of collaborative innovation in advancing maritime decarbonisation. Our joint efforts with these forward-thinking companies demonstrate the potential of OCCS technology as an immediate and practical solution to reduce emissions in shipping.”

The AiP was announced 17 September at Gastech 2024 in Houston.