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ClassNK issues approval in principle (AiP) for new membrane-type LNG carrier

ClassNK has issued an approval in principle (AiP) for a 30,000 m³ LNG carrier equipped with two Mark III Flex membrane tanks, developed by GTT.

The vessel’s ballast tank design and ballasting operations allow for the elimination of filing limits, enhancing operational flexibility. The AiP demonstrates the feasibility of this design concept.

 In LNG carriers with membrane tanks, filing limits are often required based on the strength assessments against sloshing loads, which can pose challenges, especially in feeder transportation.

 The LNG carrier developed by GTT has ballast tanks divided into upper and lower sections. During ballasting operations, water is pumped into the upper ballast tanks first to maintain a lower metacentric height (GM) while satisfying the stability requirements, reducing roll acceleration.

This helps prevent excessive sloshing loads at any cargo filling level, allowing unrestricted filling levels and eliminating prior filling limits.

ClassNK conducted a design review based on part N of its ‘Rules and Guidance for the Survey and Construction of Steel Ships’, which incorporates the IGC Code. Upon confirming compliance with the prescribed requirements, ClassNK issued the AiP.

In assessing the feasibility of the concept, ClassNK identified key conditions and parameters related to ballast tank design and ballasting operations that shipyards and operators should follow during design and operation.

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