HD Hyundai Samho has delivered its first very large ammonia carrier, handing over the 93,000 m³ Jane Maersk to Maersk.

The vessel is the first of five VLACs ordered by the Danish shipping company in November 2023.

Jane Maersk is designed to transport liquefied ammonia and liquefied petroleum gas. The vessel is fitted with safety systems intended to address the toxic and corrosive properties of ammonia.

Its equipment includes a dedicated high-level alarm system designed to reduce the risk of cargo overfilling during loading operations.

Ammonia is used mainly in fertilizer production and is also attracting attention as a marine fuel and hydrogen carrier. The source states that it could serve as a zero-carbon option for shipping when produced using low-carbon or renewable energy.

HD Hyundai Samho has secured nine VLAC orders so far this year, increasing its orderbook for the vessel type to 22 ships with a combined value of approximately $2.55 billion.