Korean Register Approves Ammonia Bunker Barge Design
by Ship & Bunker News Team
Friday April 2, 2021 Classification society the The
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Navig8, the classification society said in a statement on its website. The ship will be capable of running on both MGO and ammonia. Working with Navig8, KMS EMEC created the first domestic conceptual design, in accordance with the MAN Energy Solution s engine specifications. KR then completed the necessary risk assessments, design safety verification and reviewed compliance with Korean and international regulations, KR said in the statement. Navig8 contributed to the 8K ammonia bunkering vessel design development by conducting a detailed review of the commercial feasibility and operational economics of ammonia as a ship fuel, from the viewpoint of a shipping company.