Japanese classification society ClassNK has granted approval in principle (AiP) to UK-based marine and offshore solutions provider SRC Group for its Methanol Superstorage solution, a tank design concept incorporating Sandwich Plate System (SPS) technology to increase shipboard storage capacity for both methanol and ethanol.

It is understood that the AiP confirms that the Methanol Superstorage is feasible for the intended application in accordance with ClassNK’s ‘Guidelines for Ships Using Alternative Fuels, Part A: Guidelines for Ships Using Methyl/Ethyl Alcohol as Fuels (Edition 3.0.0).’