As interest in nuclear marine propulsion grows, ABS and KRISO (Korea Research Institute of Ships & Ocean Engineering) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to cooperate on the application of small
![L to R: Patrick Ryan, ABS Senior vice president and chief technology officer, and Keyyong Hong, president of KRISO.[photo: ABS]](https://www.marinelog.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/abskrisco.jpg)
L to R: Patrick Ryan, ABS Senior vice president and chief technology officer, and Keyyong Hong, president of KRISO.[photo: ABS]
As interest in nuclear marine propulsion grows, ABS and KRISO (Korea Research Institute of Ships & Ocean Engineering) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to cooperate on the application of small modular reactors (SMRs) in the marine and offshore sectors.
The agreement establishes a framework for both organizations to exchange information and engage in joint research projects related to concept designs for an SMR-powered ship and a floating SMR power generation platform. Among the objectives are identifying and developing applicable regulatory guidelines and international standards.
“Nuclear energy offers unmatched energy density, reliability, and strategic independence. It is emerging as a legitimate, practical, and scalable solution for a wide range of strategic uses such as powering ports and producing hydrogen on the shore side and offshore through floating
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