Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) has awarded approval in principle (AIP) certificates for five vessel projects developed by Chinese Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding (Group), spanning LNG and ethane carriers, a floating storage regasification unit (FSRU), onboard carbon capture (OCC)-ready design and 3D classification.
The review process focused on classification aspects, including the vessels’ principal dimensions and cargo handling and cargo containment systems, with particular attention to energy efficiency, carbon emissions, and operational adaptability, ensuring the designs are compliant with international standards and BV’s Rules.