Large LNGC digital twin project

As part of the memorandum of understanding, KSOE and HHI will further develop its Hyundai Intelligent Digital Twin Ship (HIDTS) for a type B gas containment tank suitable for a 174,000m³ LNG carrier. LR will use its ShipRight Procedure for Digital Compliance process to verify the entire life cycle, from design stage through to operation and large scale commercialisation.

“Building upon the technical expertise of each party involved, the MoU will fast track digital twin technology solutions needed to help maritime successfully and safely digitalise,” commented Luis Benito, director of innovation at LR.

The HIDTS solution creates a virtual digital twin environment which is identical to the maritime environment where a vessel is operated and tests the performance of key equipment such as the dual fuel engine, gas supply system and power and control systems.

“We plan to launch the new digital ship management solution that covers artificial intelligence technologies such as asset management, energy optimisation and risk assessment,” said Byoung-Hoon Kwon, vice president of KSOE.

Dong Jin Lee, vice president of HHI, said that digital twin technology will help contribute to decarbonisation as well as advancing autonomous ships. “This is a meaningful step in the advancement of future digital ships that surpasses existing technology,” he said.