HDKSOE brings its expertise in ship design, engineering, digitalization, and next-generation propulsion systems to the partnership. The shipbuilder has been actively pursuing decarbonization through investments in green ship designs, ammonia- and methanol-powered vessels, fuel cell integration, and digital twin technologies aimed at lowering emissions. Its involvement is expected to enhance the Center’s efforts to translate innovative concepts into practical, large-scale applications.
The company stated: “We are honored to collaborate with the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping as a Strategic Partner. This partnership aligns with our mission to pioneer innovative solutions that drive sustainable growth in global shipping. By leveraging our expertise in ship building sector, we aim to accelerate the industry’s transition towards a carbon-neutral future.”
Bo Cerup-Simonsen, CEO of MMMSZCS, added: “We are thrilled to welcome HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering as a Strategic Partner. Their technological leadership and industrial strength make them a crucial ally in scaling the solutions that will define the future of shipping. HDKSOE’s ability to translate innovation into large-scale application is exactly what is needed to accelerate maritime decarbonization.”
Founded in 2020 with support from the A.P. Moller Foundation, the MMMSZCS collaborates with a diverse group of partners, including industry leaders, governments, scientists, and organizations, to drive decarbonization in the maritime sector. Its strategic partners include Alfa Laval, American Bureau of Shipping, A.P. Moller – Maersk, bp, Cargill, Equinor, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Siemens Energy, and others. The partnership with HDKSOE strengthens the Center’s mission to foster sustainable innovation and support the global transition to zero-carbon shipping.
