MSC’s 21,700 TEU Ammonia-Powered Boxship Gets DNV AiP | Mariner News

DNV has awarded an Approval in Principle (AiP) to a significant project marking a stride in sustainable shipping. This prestigious DNV AiP was granted to the joint efforts of MSC, Zhoushan Changhong International, and CIMC ORIC for an innovative 21,700 TEU ammonia-powered mega-boxship design. This milestone signifies a major step towards cleaner, zero-carbon mainline container shipping, underscoring the maritime industry’s commitment to environmental responsibility and future-proof vessel operations.

Advancing Zero-Carbon Container Shipping

This ultra-large container ship concept integrates cutting-edge ammonia dual-fuel main engines and robust C-type ammonia tanks. The design focuses on high-capacity and energy-efficient operations, crucial for reducing the carbon footprint of global liner services. The vessel’s specifications are tailored to meet future environmental regulations while maintaining operational excellence and advancing sustainable shipping practices.

Innovative Design for Enhanced Efficiency

The 21,700 TEU container ship boasts an optimized hull design, featuring a new vertical bow, enhanced stern, and refined hull lines. These hydrodynamic improvements, combined with low-resistance coatings and high-efficiency propellers, promise significant fuel efficiency gains. Rigorous CFD simulations and model tests have validated these advancements, ensuring the vessel’s performance and sustainability goals are met for the next generation of mega-boxships.

This collaboration between MSC, Zhoushan Changhong International, and CIMC ORIC, backed by DNV’s AiP, provides shipowners with a viable option for high-capacity, eco-friendly cargo transport. The development of such ammonia-dual fueled vessels is pivotal for the maritime sector’s transition to a sustainable future, driving innovation in green shipping technologies.