ABS and KOMERI to work together on improving the safety of LNG as fuel

ABS and KOMERI will collaborate on research at the shoreside facility, which will allow shipowners to safely test fuel gas and bunkering systems under real loading conditions, prior to installation on board.

Peter Fitzpatrick, ABS Vice President, Global Business Development, said: “ABS is proud to partner with KOMERI on this important facility, which will help ensure safe and effective testing of new equipment and ultimately advance adoption of LNG.

“This project is another example of our commitment to advancing safety and evolution of new designs and applications for LNG as fuel.”

The facility will located in Busan, South Korea, and will allow ship builders to optimise their on board commissioning processes and provide enhanced opportunities for research and development of new technologies.

Kong Gil-Young, KOMERI President, said: “The LNG FGSS and Bunkering Equipment Test Facility of KOMERI will provide certification and technical engineering aid to marine equipment companies that seek efficient advance testing technology and safe development of their equipment.

“KOMERI expects this will meet increasing market demand from around the world through verification and cooperation with ABS.”

The MoU was signed at KOMERI Busan headquarters and allows the increase in testing facility scope as relevant technologies and regulations develop in the coming years.

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