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KR publishes research report on applicable materials for liquid hydrogen storage of vessels

KR believes that results of study will provide valuable guidance to industry, academia and research institutes researching and developing green ships and alternative bunker fuels.

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August 28, 2023

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Classification society Korean Register (KR) on Wednesday (23 August) announced the publication of a Research Report of Material Compatibility for Liquid Hydrogen Storage on Marine Application, which provided detailed technical information on materials suitable for onboard liquid hydrogen systems.

KR said the research report reflects the results of these tests and establishes evaluation methods for applied materials such as hydrogen pipes and tanks, as well as standards for applied materials.

It explained that hydrogen stands out as one of the most promising alternative marine fuels.

“It is a carbon-free option that can also serve as a feedstock to produce alternative fuels, such as methanol. As international hydrogen transport and trade are becoming increasingly active, the demand for hydrogen carriers and hydrogen-fuelled ships is expected to rise,” it said in a statement.

For safe and efficient storage and transport of hydrogen, it must be handled in its liquid state. This necessitates a cryogenic environment. However, until now, there has been a notable lack of research infrastructure and industry understanding of the materials used in marine liquid hydrogen storage systems.

In its report, KR said the existing codes intended for low-temperature liquified substances, such as LNG, only consider pressure in the design of pressure vessels and pipes.

“But when hydrogen is treated not only as cargo but also as fuel, material compatibility assessments should be designed to consider both temperature and gaseous hydrogen pressure at the same time,” it added.

To proactively respond to the future carbon-free fuel era, KR has been conducting the Korean Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries’ Hydrogen Ship Safety Standard Development Project since 2020. In collaboration with Dr. Kim Yongjin’s team at the Korea Institute of Machinery & Materials and Professor Kim Jeong-Hyeon’s team at Pusan National University, KR has jointly established a Cryogenic Evaluation Infrastructure.

The Cryogenic Evaluation Infrastructure is the only facility of its kind available in Korea. It is designed to test and analyze materials for alternative fuels that require cryogenic facilities, such as hydrogen. In this study, it was used to simulate the hydrogen environment by conducting mechanical evaluation test at -253℃, the storage temperature of liquid hydrogen.

KIM Daeheon, Executive Vice President of KR R&D Division, said: “We believe that the results of this study will provide valuable guidance to industry, academia and research institutes researching and developing green ships and alternative fuels. KR will continue to support our customers and the maritime industry in various ways by developing new technologies and sharing the latest technical information to respond to environmental regulations.”

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Published: 28 August, 2023

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Singapore: Liquidator of Selco (Shipyard) Pte Limited issues notice of dividend

Fifth and final dividend to admitted creditors of Selco (Shipyard) is payable from 13 July, according to Government Gazette notice.

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July 13, 2026

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A notice of dividend for Selco (Shipyard) Pte Limited, which is currently in compulsory liquidation, was published on the Government Gazette on Friday (10 July).

The following are the details of the notice:

Name of Company : Selco (Shipyard) Pte Limited (In Compulsory Liquidation) Co. Reg. No. 196800580K
Address of Registered Office : 7 Straits View, Marina One East Tower, Level 12, Singapore 018936
Court : High Court of the Republic of Singapore
Number of Matter : Companies Winding Up No.: 125 of 1986
Amount per centum : 0.499 cents to a dollar
First and final or otherwise : Fifth and final dividend
When payable : From 13th day of July 2026
Where payable : c/o PricewaterhouseCoopers Advisory Services Pte Ltd, 7 Straits View, Marina One East Tower, Level 12, Singapore 018936

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Published: 13 July, 2026

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MPA: IMO adopts Singapore-led resolution on protecting vital shipping lanes

Backed by 30 Member States, the resolution reaffirms the importance of upholding and respecting navigational rights and freedoms for commercial ships when transiting through vital shipping lanes.

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July 13, 2026

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The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted a Singapore-led resolution on the protection of vital shipping lanes at the 137th Session of the IMO Council, according to the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) on Friday (10 July).

Co-sponsored by 30 Member States, including Indonesia and Malaysia, the resolution reaffirms the importance of upholding and respecting navigational rights and freedoms for commercial ships when transiting through vital shipping lanes, including straits used for international navigation, in accordance with international law as reflected in the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

“It also reaffirms the importance of abiding by the regulations and standards adopted by the IMO,” MPA said in a statement.

“The resolution also highlights the important role of the IMO in promoting a stable, predictable, and rules-based maritime order. It underscores the importance of international cooperation, dialogue, and collective responsibility in keeping vital sea lanes open, secure, and accessible.”

The resolution further highlights the importance of safeguarding the safety, health, and well-being of seafarers who play an indispensable role in global supply chains.

“As an open and trade-dependent economy, Singapore supports a stable, rules-based international order to ensure uninterrupted global trade, resilient supply chains, and food and energy security,” MPA added,.

“The resolution reflects Singapore’s longstanding commitment to upholding international law, and to safeguarding an open, stable and predictable maritime environment.”

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Published: 13 July, 2026

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Malaysia: MMEA detains tugboat with undocumented 10,000 litres of diesel in Kuala Langat

Inspection found MYR 5,000 in cash on the vessel and 10,000 litres of diesel, of which the skipper failed to present any document or permit authorising the transport of the diesel fuel.

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July 13, 2026

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Malaysia: MMEA detains tugboat with undocumented 10,000 litres of diesel in Kuala Langat

The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) on Friday (10 July) said it detained a tugboat during an enforcement operation in Selangor waters.

Selangor MMEA director Captain Abdul Muhaimin Muhammad Salleh said the vessel was detained at about 6.35am at about 4.7 nautical miles 0.1 nautical miles from the estuary of Sungai Langat, Kuala Langat.

He said the initial inspection found that the vessel in question was operated by a 44-year-old skipper along with a 23-year-old crew member, both Indonesian nationals.

Further inspection found that the vessel did not have a mandatory insurance coverage, including the Limitation of Liability for Maritime Claims (LLMC).

“Inspection also found 10,000 litres of diesel and MYR 5,000 in cash on the vessel,” he said.

“The skipper also failed to present any document or permit authorising the transport of the diesel fuel, raising suspicions regarding the ownership of the controlled items.”

The tugboat and both crew members were brought to the Pulau Indah Marine Police Force jetty before they were handed over to the Selangor MMEA for further action.

He added that the case is being investigated under the Immigration Act 1959/63, the Control of Supplies Act 1961, and the Merchant Shipping Ordinance (MSO) 1952.

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Published: 13 July, 2026