ABS gives Nikkiso’s ammonia fuel system the green light

In Texas, classification society American Bureau of Shipping issued an approval in principle to Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases’ ammonia fuel supply system designed for merchant ships. Nikkiso’s system combines efficient pumps with an integrated fuel management system, focusing on operational safety and reliability. 

The approval follows ABS’s review based on class and statutory requirements, highlighting ammonia’s potential as a low-carbon fuel for the maritime sector. “Ammonia promises to be one of the leading fuel alternatives in the energy transition,” said Patrick Ryan, ABS CTO. “Along with safety excellence, our deep technical expertise in alternative fuels and engine designs makes us the ideal classification society for innovative projects such as this from Nikkiso,” Ryan noted.

Nikkiso, a leader in LNG fueling systems, is leveraging its expertise to help marine customers transition to lower-carbon fuels. “Nikkiso’s FSS for ammonia is designed under the principles of redundancy, enhanced reliability, and robustness with the highest safety standards for mitigating leakages and slippages,”said Konstantinos Fakiolas, Director of Marine at Nikkiso.

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