Lloyd’s Register (LR) has awarded Approval in Principle to Nantong COSCO KHI Ship Engineering Co Ltd (NACKS) for an 81,000 DWT Kamsarmax bulk carrier.
As informed, the design, which was unveiled with the announcement of a joint development project earlier this year, features methanol propulsion and rotor sail capability, allowing the vessel to excel in energy efficiency and environmental performance at a time when long-term environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategies are paramount for owners and operators.
As part of the joint development project, one of the largest dry bulk operators Cargill, has given input on the user needs and requirements of the vessel design, along with shipowner Minerva Dry who contributed with their operational experience as part of the project.
The JDP was established in 2022, with LR acting as the sole classification society for the design of this unique vessel.
LR is pleased to have awarded Approval in Principle to NACKS shipyard for their methanol fuelled Kamsarmax design. The AiP represents a significant landmark for energy efficient and alternative fuel ship design.
..Nikos Kakalis, Global Bulk Carriers Segment Director, Lloyd’s Register said.
In collaboration with LR, Cargill and Minerva, NACKS has successfully accomplished the development of the methanol dual-fuel Kamsarmax and the application study of rotor sails, which is certified by Approval In Principle from LR.
..Mingfeng Lu, Technical Director, NACKS said.
The AIP marks another significant progress in NACKS’ strategy of promoting clean energy ship design and the utilization of new energy-saving technologies. Meanwhile, NACKS is fully prepared for receiving orders for this self-developed and advantageous new energy-efficient ship design.
..added.
