RINA awards AiP for ammonia-fuelled bunker tanker

There are several new ammonia bunkering initiatives, and Lloyd’s Register has recently awarded an AiP to Hyundai Heavy Industries for an ammonia FSRU design.

RINA marine Asia senior director Simone Manca said, “Ammonia offers potential for the decarbonisation of the marine sector, and this AiP brings the practicality of its use as an alternative fuel a step closer.” 

“We are delighted to support this innovation. RINA will continue to follow technological and regulatory developments to meet the needs and expectations of the shipping industry and to promote all possible pathways to net zero.”

Fratelli Cosulich head of business development Guido Cardullo said, "Fratelli Cosulich is committed to playing a critical role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the shipping industry by facilitating the adoption of low-carbon or carbon-free alternatives fuels, such as green ammonia, which has received much attention recently due to its established production technology, distribution infrastructure and satisfactory energy density as a marine fuel.” 

SeaTech vice president technology Prabjot Singh Chopra said, “Embracing the multiple pathways to maritime decarbonisation creates new opportunities in the bunkering industry. Despite the challenges of designing an ammonia bunker vessel amidst evolving technology and regulations, we appreciate the invaluable operational insights shared by the Fratelli Cosulich team and the expert guidance provided by RINA Class.”

“The AiP for the innovative and cost-effective design is a significant achievement in advancing the safety of ammonia bunkering in Singapore, marking a new milestone in the journey to decarbonisation.”

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