Samsung Heavy Industries to Demonstrate LNG Carrier Powered by Fuel Cell

Announcement of Participation in "Nor-Shipping 2025" in Norway
Technical Approval and MOU Planned at Exhibition
SOFC-Based Vessel... Highlighting Eco-Friendly Technology

Samsung Heavy Industries is set to target the global eco-friendly ship market by introducing a next-generation liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier equipped with a solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC).

On May 30, Samsung Heavy Industries announced that it will participate in the international shipbuilding and marine exhibition "Nor-Shipping 2025," held in Oslo, Norway, from the 2nd to the 6th of next month (local time), where it plans to showcase its advanced technologies and market response strategies. During the event, Samsung Heavy Industries is expected to receive technical approval from an international classification society for its LNG carrier equipped with SOFC technology. SOFC is a system that generates electricity through the chemical reaction of hydrogen and oxygen, and is considered a next-generation eco-friendly energy source due to its high power generation efficiency and significant reduction of environmental pollutants.

Samsung Heavy Industries will participate in the international shipbuilding and marine exhibition "Nor-Shipping 2025," held in Oslo, Norway, from the 2nd to the 6th of next month (local time). Photo shows the exhibition promotional hall. Photo by Samsung Heavy Industries

During the exhibition, Samsung Heavy Industries also plans to sign a memorandum of understanding for a new-concept LNG carrier equipped with three cargo tanks.

Jang Haeki, Executive Vice President and Head of Technology Development at Samsung Heavy Industries, stated, "At this event, we will demonstrate our eco-friendly ship technology and global collaboration capabilities," adding, "Through continuous technological innovation and strategic cooperation, we will lead the eco-friendly ship market."

"Nor-Shipping 2025" is a global shipbuilding and marine industry exhibition that began in 1965 and marks its 60th anniversary this year. The event is held biennially. This year, approximately 1,000 companies, including global shipowners, classification societies, and energy firms, are expected to participate. From Samsung Heavy Industries, Vice Chairman and CEO Choi Sungan, Head of Sales Oh Seongil, and Head of Technology Development Jang Haeki will attend to continue discussions on cooperation with major global partners.

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