Lloyd’s Register grants AiP to KSOE for advanced 210K DWT Newcastlemax bulk carrier design

Lloyd’s Register (LR) has awarded Approval in Principle (AiP) to HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE) for its next-generation 210,000 DWT Newcastlemax bulk carrier design.

The innovative design features flexibility for multiple fuel types, including conventional fuels, LNG, ammonia, and methanol, enabling shipowners to adapt to current and emerging environmental regulations and future fuel availability.

The vessel design incorporates advanced smart navigation systems and optimised hull form to enhance fuel efficiency and operational safety while reducing CO₂ emissions.

Nikos Kakalis, Global Bulk Carrier Segment Director, LR, commented: “This collaboration demonstrates Lloyd’s Register’s strategic approach to supporting innovation in the maritime industry. The AiP represents a new milestone in the development of next-generation bulk carrier technology, positioning both LR and KSOE as leaders in the industry's transition towards sustainable and technologically advanced maritime solutions.”

Bong-geo Kim, Head of Global Shipyard Technical Sales Team, KSOE, said: “Our partnership with Lloyd's Register enables us to use our combined expertise in developing bulk carrier designs that meet the industry's evolving requirements. This collaboration provides enhanced understanding of Newcastlemax bulk carrier applications for future shipbuilding projects while maximising commercial potential in this advancing field of technology.”