The vessel is loaded with an LPG fuel tank that will support operations of nearly 31,700km.
HSHI delivers the world’s largest LPG carrier ‘Bellavista Explorer’Bellavista Explorer was ordered by China-based Bank of Communications Finance Leasing. Credit: HSHI.
Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries (HSHI), a subsidiary of Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI), has completed the delivery of a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carrier, named Bellavista Explorer, which features a dual-fuel propulsion system.
Ordered by China-based Bank of Communications Finance Leasing, the vessel is said to be the world’s largest carrier of its type.
With a length of 229.98m, a width of 36.6m, and a height of 23.6m, the carrier is loaded with an LPG fuel tank which will support operations of nearly 31,700km when full.
The cargo tank has a capacity of 90,000m³.
The Bellavista Explorer’s dual-fuel propulsion system has the ability to utilize LPG or diesel fuel on a selective basis.
HSHI claims that this eco-friendly vessel can minimize sulphur oxides (SOx) and fine dust by 90%, nitrogen oxides (NOx) by 50%, and greenhouse gas emissions by 20%.
With the increase in its production, LPG is emerging as a ‘next-generation ship fuel, noted the company.
Last week, Belgium-based tanker firm Euronav, in collaboration with HHI and classification societies Lloyd’s Register and DNV, launched a joint development program (JDP) for dual-fuel ammonia-powered tankers.
