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LR delivers classification for world-first WindWings® Aframax tanker ‘BRANDS HATCH’
LR played a central role in the successful delivery of BRANDS HATCH, the world’s first newbuild Aframax tanker equipped with wind-assisted propulsion. Built by Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (SWS) for Union Maritime Limited (UML), the …
Jul 1, 2025 / Curious
Lloyd's Register approves design of ammonia dual-fuel system on Trafigura's newbuild medium gas carriers
Lloyd's Register (LR) has confirmed the successful completion of a joint development project (JDP) designing ammonia dual-fuel systems on Trafigura's newbuild medium gas carriers (MGCs). LR completed an extensive design evaluation and …
Apr 1, 2025 / Vessels
LR and Fugro announce agreement to streamline USV fleet certification and maintenance
This agreement allows Fugro to efficiently maintain its growing USV fleet to the highest standards of safety and compliance. Lloyd's Register (LR) and Fugro have announced a block fee agreement to streamline the in-service certification and …
Mar 12, 2025 / Curious
LR and Capital Ship Management complete first tanker on-shore power assessment
Capital Ship Management Corp. (Capital) has successfully completed the world’s first tanker on-shore power supply (OPS) Compatibility Assessment in partnership with Lloyd’s Register (LR). The project is the first completion of the tanker …
Feb 21, 2025 / Curious
Lloyd’s Register awards its first VC-L+ Descriptive Note for vessel connectivity
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has awarded its first VC-L+ Descriptive Note for vessel connectivity to Neda Maritime’s vessel, MT ASCONA (VLCC). This is the first LR vessel to complete the verification. The ability to support high-quality livestreaming and …
Feb 10, 2025 / Vessels
LR awards AiP to GTT for innovative three cargo tank LNGC
The bold design paves the way for more sustainable LNG shipping solutions. Lloyd's Register has granted an Approval in Principle (AiP) for GTT's new 200,000 m³ LNG carrier concept, featuring slow-steaming navigation and three tanks instead of the …
Dec 6, 2024 / Curious
K Shipbuilding’s first 50,000 DWT LNG dual-fuel MR tanker delivered to LR Class
Built by K Shipbuilding, the vessel is managed by Synergy Denmark A/S and chartered by LDC. K Shipbuilding has recently taken delivery of its first LNG dual-fuel medium-range (MR) tanker, Arctic Tern, representing a significant step forward in the …
Oct 14, 2024 / Vessels
Lloyd’s Register grants AiP for new generation LNG Carrier
The AiP with Samsung Heavy Industries is for a new generation 174,000 cbm LNG Carrier Lloyd’s Register has granted Approval in Principle (AiP) to Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) for its new generation 174,000 cbm Liquified Natural Gas Carrier (LNGC). …
Sep 24, 2024 / Curious
LR and KRISO join forces on verification and validation in marine autonomy
Landmark Joint Development Project to focus on comprehensive testing of marine autonomous functions, systems, and operations in support of wider MASS take-up. Lloyd’s Register (LR) and the Korea Research Institute of Ships & Ocean Engineering …
Sep 5, 2024 / Curious
LR and CORE POWER to conduct next-generation nuclear container ship regulatory study
Joint regulatory assessment study will determine the safety and regulatory considerations for a potential next-generation nuclear-propelled feeder container ship to undertake cargo operations at a port in Europe. Lloyd’s Register (LR) and CORE POWER …
Aug 16, 2024 / Curious