Conrad, Samsung Heavy Industries collaboration moves forward

Conrad Shipyard says it has reached a milestone in its collaboration with Samsung Heavy Industries.
Conrad announced the joint received of approval in principle from the American Bureau of Shipping for the design of an LNG bunkering articulated tug and barge.
The approval was announced during the opening of the Korea-U.S. Shipbuilding Partnership Center in Washington on July 23.
The event was attended by government and industry representatives from the United States and Korea.
"The AiP reflects the successful development of a vessel concept intended for construction in the United States and builds upon the cooperation framework established between Conrad and Samsung Heavy Industries for LNG bunkering vessel development," Conrad said in a news release.
"This achievement reflects Conrad's commitment to combining proven shipbuilding expertise with innovative engineering and strong strategic partnerships," said Cecil Hernandez, president and CEO of Conrad Shipyard. "By collaborating with global technology leaders while building capability here in the United States, we continue to strengthen American shipbuilding and advance practical solutions for the evolving needs of the maritime industry."
Conrad said the project highlights Conrad's continued investment in forward-looking vessel technologies and reinforces the company's commitment to innovation, workforce development, and delivering reliable solutions for commercial and government customers.