Lloyd’s Register (LR) is proud to support the landmark delivery of MGC ANTWERPEN, the world’s first ammonia dual-fuel gas carrier, which has been successfully delivered by HD Hyundai to EXMAR.
The vessel demonstrates safe, innovative fuel technology, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90% compared to conventional ships.
Developed in close collaboration with EXMAR, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, WinGD, and Nord Gas Solutions (formerly Wärtsilä Gas Solutions), the 46,000 m³ vessel is capable of transporting ammonia or LPG and can operate on ammonia fuel, enabling near-zero emissions operation when using low‑carbon ammonia.
The development of ANTWERPEN has been underpinned by extensive technical collaboration, risk assessment, comprehensive crew training and operational planning, reflecting a shared commitment to ensuring safe handling and use of ammonia onboard.
Through this project, LR has played a central role with partners in the development of guidelines and regulatory framework that enable gas carriers to use ammonia cargo as fuel, helping to establish the foundations for wider industry adoption.
Jan Joensen, Lead Surveyor, Lloyd’s Register, said: “It is a pleasure to mark the delivery of ANTWERPEN, a landmark vessel and a significant step forward for ammonia dual-fuel technology. This achievement reflects the strong collaboration and commitment across all partners involved in bringing this pioneering project to life.
“I would like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone across Lloyd’s Register and our partners for their contribution, professionalism and dedication throughout. It has been a privilege to be part of this project.”
“Ammonia propulsion is no longer theoretical—we are deploying it. Change comes through execution, not debate. This achievement reflects collective expertise and our commitment to drive sustainable shipping forward,” said Carl-Antoine Saverys, Chief Executive Officer of EXMAR Group.
As the first in a series of four ammonia dual-fuel midsize gas carriers being built for EXMAR, ANTWERPEN is expected to play a key role in demonstrating the operational viability of ammonia at scale.
