New Nuclear Technology a Generational Opportunity for US Shipbuilding, Says ABS Chairman and CEO

Development of a Marinized SMR Demonstrator is Key to Success Believes Christopher J. Wiernicki [image] (HOUSTON) New nuclear reactor technology represents a once in a generation opportunity for U.S. industrial policy.

Nuclear-Electric Propelled Vessel Design from HD KSOE Earns ABS Approval

[image] (HOUSTON) A pioneering nuclear propelled containership designed by HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) has received approval in principle from ABS. The groundbreaking design for a 15k

The Calculus for Net Zero in Shipping by 2050 Must Include Nuclear, Says ABS Chairman and CEO

Commercial Model is Compelling Says Christopher J. Wiernicki (HOUSTON) “New nuclear technology is a global decarbonization solution and a commercial shipping disruptor. There is no net zero by 2050 without nuclear.” That

ABS Approves Novel Floating Wind Platform Developed by Aikido Technologies

[image] (HOUSTON) ABS has issued a statement of maturity to Aikido’s innovative floating wind platform design, the latest stage in new technology qualification. As part of the process, ABS witnessed

ABS Approves OO-STAR Floating Wind Foundation Design

(HAMBURG) The OO-STAR floater, designed to support the largest wind turbines in the world in the harshest offshore environments, has received approval in principle (AIP) from ABS. The concrete

ABS Continues to Strengthen and Grow Its Leadership Footprint in Southeast Asia

Expanding Capabilities and Class Services to Meet the Evolving Needs of the Marine and Offshore Industries [image] (SINGAPORE) ABS is investing in the expansion of its services to build on its

ABS Issues Approval in Principle for Ammonia FPSO with Carbon

(TOKYO) A new design for an ammonia floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) unit that features onboard carbon capture technology for blue ammonia production has received approval in principle (AIP)

Italian Administration Delegates Authority to ABS for ISPS Audits

(ROME) ABS will deliver audits of the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code) on behalf of the Italian Administration from January 1, 2025, following an agreement signed

ABS Approves Ammonia Fuel Retrofit Solution from Nikkiso

Ammonia Fuel Supply System Suitable for New Builds and Retrofits Achieves ABS Approval [image] (HOUSTON and TEMECULA, Calif.) An ammonia fuel supply system that can be retrofitted to existing vessels or

ABS and Hanwha Offshore Sign Multi-Year Agreement

(HOUSTON) ABS and Hanwha Ocean Co., LTD, have agreed to explore cutting-edge technology projects together with the signing of an Offshore Technology Collaboration Agreement (OTCA) at Gastech 2024. The

Ammonia FPSO Design from Samsung Heavy Industries Receives ABS Approval

(HOUSTON) ABS presented an approval in principle (AIP) to Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) for its new design of an ammonia floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) unit. Called Samsung

(HOUSTON) ABS issued an approval in principle (AIP) to leading Japanese companies at Gastech 2024 for two liquid carbon dioxide (LCO\2\) carrier designs with Type-C cargo tanks that do not