ABS and Sea Forrest Power Solutions Pte Ltd (Sea Forrest), a subsidiary of BH Global, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to drive advancements in cutting-edge maritime electrification technologies.
Electric vessels
Supported by the new ABS Electrification Center in Singapore, the agreement will cover projects for electric vessels, and shore charging infrastructure along with related industry standards and marine classification requirements.
ABS and Sea Forrest also intend to collaborate on a project to study the pertinent safety considerations for developing fire-resilient battery room or enclosure designs.
Emerging battery technologies
“ABS is well-positioned to use our deep industry knowledge to advance emerging battery technologies and shore power connection technologies to understand the risks of electrified vessels and to support infrastructure planning as ports become increasingly electrified and connected,” said Gareth Burton, ABS Vice President of Technology.
"We look forward to working together with innovators such as Sea Forrest to enhance the safety of the maritime industry and bring about a smooth transition to clean energy."
Maritime electrification technology
This partnership underscores our commitment to advancing cleaner energy solutions in the maritime sector"
In response to this groundbreaking collaboration, Sea Forrest CEO George Lee said, “We are excited to partner with ABS to drive innovation and safety in maritime electrification technology."
"Sea Forrest is proud to contribute our technical expertise, operational insights, and practical experiences in battery and energy storage applications onboard electric and hybrid-powered vessels. This partnership underscores our commitment to advancing cleaner energy solutions in the maritime sector. We are eager to work alongside ABS and other industry pioneers to make our oceans more sustainable and our vessels safer and more efficient.”
Additional alternative energy options
The MOU was signed in Singapore during the ABS Technology Forum: Enabling Electrification and Model-based Approaches, a conference connecting key stakeholders across the maritime value chain.
Attendees from manufacturing, government, and academia joined ABS to identify areas for future collaboration and research projects. ABS understands that additional alternative energy options, particularly electrification, are needed to help the shipping industry achieve net zero by 2050.
