Classification society DNV has awarded a general approval for ship application certificate to Japan’s MOL, Malaysia’s MISC and Petronas CCS Ventures, and China’s SDARI for their jointly-developed LNG-powered liquid carbon dioxide (LCO2) carrier design.
DNV said in a statement that this certificate builds upon an approval in principle (AiP) awarded by the classification society in 2023 and highlights the growing role of carbon capture and storage (CCS) in Asia’s decarbonization efforts.
According to DNV, the 62,000-cbm vessel design includes several features designed to enhance the long-haul transport of LCO2.
A key part of the design is the cargo containment system, which utilizes advanced materials for greater safety and efficiency, and also includes a reliquefaction system for pressure and temperature regulation.
Additional elements of the design include: an energy-saving propulsion system, optimised hull design, and LNG as fuel to boost fuel economy and environmental performance, DNV said.
DNV noted that CCS is gaining momentum as a “promising solution” to help countries transition to a low-carbon future across Asia Pacific.
Several countries, including Malaysia, Australia, Japan, and Singapore, are investing in the development of infrastructure, launching projects, and forging cross-border partnerships to accelerate CCS deployment, it said.
