Two UK companies, the marine design consultancy, Houlder, and Klaw LNG, a liquefied natural gas systems specialist, signed a memorandum of understanding to develop new bunker and transfer solutions.
The MoU for the development of new bunker and transfer solutions is a response to increased demand from the LNG small to mid-scale market.
The team will work together to deliver ship-to-ship and shore-to-ship transfer products, named Hybrid LNG Transfer solutions.
The systems will integrate motion compensating handling equipment and LNG components to deliver LNG through flexible hoses. They will provide an alternative to transfer of LNG, particularly compared to large, rigid fixed arm solutions.
Alongside any new equipment, the collaboration intends to provide a set of services including vessel installation and integration, site assistance and support and crew training.