The company announced on June 29 that it held a performance verification and certification ceremony for its high-pressure pump designed for LNG fuel supply in Jinhae, South Gyeongsang Province. This pump, developed independently by HD Korea Shipbuilding, involved participation from local SMEs such as Pretech and Seongmun in its manufacturing and packaging processes, enhancing the significance of localization.
With this certification, HD Korea Shipbuilding has officially confirmed the performance and safety of the product, laying the groundwork for its application in actual vessels and market expansion. Notably, the pump has secured supply contracts for over 70 ships with domestic and international shipyards, reflecting its recognized technological capabilities.
The high-pressure pump is a critical piece of equipment that supplies LNG to engines at ultra-high pressure. It is essential for LNG carriers and container ships equipped with dual-fuel (DF) engines, playing a key role in ensuring vessel stability and fuel efficiency.
Historically, foreign companies have dominated this market, leading the domestic shipbuilding industry to rely on imports. However, this certification marks a significant step toward securing a foundation for the localization of essential equipment for eco-friendly ships and enhancing supply chain stability.
The achievement of this certification is notable not only for HD Korea Shipbuilding but also for the involvement of relevant organizations, including the French classification society and the Liberian flag state, from the early stages of development. Testing and evaluations were conducted in collaboration with the Liberian flag state, considering real ship operating conditions to enhance stability, while thorough verification by the French classification society improved the product's completeness.
Nam Young-jun, head of the SD business at HD Korea Shipbuilding, stated, "The certification ceremony was a meaningful occasion to confirm the global competitiveness of our independently developed high-pressure pump alongside classification societies, flag states, and excellent domestic partners. Based on verified stability, we aim to successfully apply this to actual vessels and further enhance customer satisfaction."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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