HD Hyundai launches next-gen smart ship solution to enhance vessel efficiency

South Korean heavyweight HD Hyundai has unveiled a new next-generation smart ship solution to support the efficiency of the vessels.

As disclosed, the Integrated Smart-ship Solution is an ICT-based vessel operation and equipment management system. It collects real-time data from key onboard devices to provide analysis services for essential equipment, including the ship and engine, as well as optimal navigation services.

The new ISS 2.0 version incorporates a cloud platform into ISS 1.0, originally developed by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in 2017. The development was a collaborative effort involving HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering, and HD Hyundai Marine Solution.

The solution includes new features such as trim optimization, container loss prevention, and onboard report editing capabilities. Additionally, the interface for monitoring functions, including the Ship Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII Rating), has been redesigned for ‘improved user interaction’. The performance monitoring features have also been enhanced, including optimized route guidance based on weather information.

The new solution is designed to increase stability, reduce costs, and improve efficiency, according to HD Hyundai.

“Through this project, we have established a crucial foundation for the proliferation of smart ship solutions,” said Kim Yeontae, General management of technical division at KR.

“Moving forward, KR will continue to work closely with various companies within the maritime industry, providing unwavering professional support to drive the advancement of smart ship technologies.”

“In the future, we will continue to advance our AI-based operational capabilities to offer user-centered digital ship solution technologies,” Jeon Seung-ho, CTO at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries. stated.

ISS 2.0 has been installed on an 8,000 TEU container ship operated by Sinokor Merchant Marine, and the company completed a pilot test in September.

HD Hyundai received Approval in Principle (AIP) for ISS 2.0 from Korean Register (KR) during this pilot test, along with the ‘Smart(INFRA) Notation’ certification, making it the first ship to receive this smart system-related certification.

To remind, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has completed the model-based class approval testing for the ‘HiMSEN’ ammonia dual-fuel engine at its Engine Technology Center in Ulsan. The engine is said to be suitable not only for ammonia carriers, but also for marine power generation and propulsion purposes. The company also plans to supply the engine to land-based power generation markets.