The Korean Register (KR) and HD Hyundai have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a collaborative pilot project of a cloud-based next-generation smart ship solution (ISS 2.0) developed by HD Hyundai.
This innovative project, involving HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI), HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE), HD Hyundai Marine Solution (HD HMS), Sinokor Merchant Marine, and KR, aims to equip and demonstrate next-generation smart ship solutions on vessels in order to enhance economic feasibility, efficiency, and safety in maritime operations.
KR is tasked with conducting technical reviews based on classification rules and domestic and international regulations to verify the suitability and effectiveness of the next-generation smart ship solutions. This verification process will ensure that the solutions comply with industry standards and best practices.
The next-generation smart ship solution, developed through a partnership between HD HHI, HD KSOE, and HD HMS, is designed to meet new market demands and user requirements. It is equipped with advanced features such as optimal route guidance, crew task support functions, and accident video analysis solutions, allowing for continuous remote onshore software management and updates to new solutions, even after delivery to a ship.
Jeon Seungho, HD HHI’s Senior Executive Vice President, emphasized the user-centered approach in developing digital solutions, stating, “HD Hyundai is striving to secure user-centered digital solution technology. The next-generation smart ship solution developed this time allows continuous remote onshore software management and updates to new solutions, even after delivery to a ship. We will continue to enhance digital ship development by upgrading and adding cloud-based AI operation guide functions to make it easier for crews to operate equipment.”
Lee Hyungchul, Chairman and CEO of KR, expressed the significance of digitalisation and smart technologies in the shipbuilding industry, highlighting the importance of leveraging technological capabilities to support collaborative projects aiming to meet industry demands and expectations through various technical collaborations.
This collaborative effort follows the previous MoU signed between the Korean Register (KR) and HD Hyundai Global Service last October, which focused on the verification of maritime carbon reduction solutions. Additionally, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries recently announced a joint development project with NAPA and Cadmatic to create a next-generation ship design and information management solution, further demonstrating the commitment to innovation and technological advancement in the maritime industry.
The partnership between the Korean Register and HD Hyundai signifies a significant step towards the integration of smart ship solutions and digital technologies in the maritime sector. With a focus on enhancing safety, efficiency, and environmental sustainability, this collaboration sets the stage for future advancements in smart ship technologies. As the industry continues to evolve, initiatives such as this collaborative project will play a crucial role in shaping the future of maritime operations.