Lloyd’s Register Signs MoU with Pusan National University to Advance Liquefied Hydrogen Carrier Technology

UK-based classification society Lloyd’s Register (LR) has partnered with the Hydrogen Ship Technology Center at Pusan National University (PNU) in Korea to push forward the development of liquefied hydrogen carrier technology and cryogenic engineering.

The collaboration between LR and PNU will encompass joint research and technology development, the exchange of technical expertise, international academic cooperation, and shared policy development.

LR emphasizes that this partnership is crucial in speeding up the commercialization of liquefied hydrogen carriers and ensuring that they conform to the highest international safety and performance standards.

PNU is actively involved in the Hydro Ocean K project, which is identified as the “world’s largest” liquefied hydrogen carrier currently in progress, showcasing the university’s dedication to tackling the challenges in this field.

Sung-Gu Park, President – North East Asia, Lloyd’s Register, expressed optimism about the agreement, stating, “This marks a significant milestone in the advancement of liquefied hydrogen carriers and cryogenic engineering technology. Our collaborative efforts will drive progress in key areas of the future hydrogen economy through international exchange activities based on cutting-edge cryogenic technology.”

Jae-Myung Lee, Director of the Hydrogen Ship Technology Center, added, “The partnership between our university and Lloyd’s Register signifies a unique international exchange initiative grounded in world-class ultra-low temperature technology. It will propel us towards further innovation in the utilization of liquid hydrogen, a pivotal aspect of the future hydrogen economy. Together, we aim to create synergies in ultra-low temperature research, an uncharted territory with immense potential for society.”

On a separate note, LR has also collaborated with Queensland-based ship design group Seatransport and Houston-based engineering firm Deployable Energy to explore nuclear power generation for various maritime applications.

Claudene Sharp-Patel, Lloyd’s Register’s Global Technical Director, highlighted the vast potential of nuclear technology, describing it as a “safe, insurable, and scalable” solution for the shipping industry.