ABS grants AIP to new Gas Containment System
ABS has granted Approval in Principle (AIP) to a new gas containment system concept designed in Norway by Brevik Technology. The containment system uses a series of independent, cylindrical IMO Type-B tanks and for the AIP was designed for application in a gas carrier of 30,000 cbm. In granting the AIP, ABS assessed the concept against the requirements of the International Gas Code, ABS Rules and the ABS Guide for Liquefied Gas Carriers with Independent Tanks. Since the tank design is a novel concept, a HAZID study was also performed. "Once again, ABS is showing leadership in gas handling and transport, a field where we have half a century's experience supporting innovation," says ABS Chairman, President and CEO Christopher J. Wiernicki. "Designers are increasingly looking to extend the gas carrier concept into new trades, serving new markets and ABS Approval in Principle is a stepping stone in making this possible." The AIP marks the initial approval for the tank concept and could be followed by a general design approval upon completion of a vessel's detailed design. Final approval would involve a vessel-specific shipbuilding project. "ABS has completed more than a dozen assessments on new concepts in gas containment in ...
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