LR Decarb Hub’s guidance on crew safety with ammonia

ammonia powered ship

As the maritime industry pushes toward decarbonisation, ammonia is emerging as a promising alternative fuel. With its potential to significantly reduce CO₂ emissions—particularly when produced from renewable sources—ammonia offers a path toward greener shipping.

However, its adoption comes with new safety considerations, especially for crews who have never encountered ammonia onboard. The Lloyd’s Register (LR) Decarbonisation Hub, through a multi-stakeholder effort, is stepping in with structured guidance to bridge the knowledge gap.

Continue this article…

Already subscribed? SIGN IN now

V2-MS

Register for a FREE one-month trial to continue this article

Want to read more before deciding on a subscription? It only takes a minute to sign up for a free account and you’ll get to enjoy:

  • Weekly newsletters providing valuable news and information on the shipping sector
  • Full access to our news archive
  • Live and archived webinars, podcasts and videos
  • Articles on innovations and current trends in the shipping industry
  • Our extensive archive of data, research and intelligence

Get more free content sign up today

Ready to subscribe? Choose from one of our subscription packages for unlimited access!