The vessel demonstrates safe, innovative fuel technology, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90% compared to conventional ships.

Developed in close collaboration with EXMAR, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, WinGD, and Nord Gas Solutions (formerly Wärtsilä Gas Solutions), the 46,000 m³ vessel is capable of transporting ammonia or LPG and can operate on ammonia fuel, enabling near-zero emissions operation when using low-carbon ammonia.

The development of ANTWERPEN has been underpinned by extensive technical collaboration, risk assessment, comprehensive crew training and operational planning, reflecting a shared commitment to ensuring safe handling and use of ammonia onboard.

Through this project, LR has played a central role with partners in the development of guidelines and regulatory framework that enable gas carriers to use ammonia cargo as fuel, helping to establish the foundations for wider industry adoption.

“The delivery of this vessel is an important step forward for the safe adoption of ammonia as a marine fuel. It shows what can be achieved when safety is embedded from the outset through rigorous risk assessment, close collaboration and a shared commitment to operational excellence,” said Nick Brown, Chief Executive Officer of Lloyd’s Register.

“Ammonia propulsion is no longer theoretical—we are deploying it. Change comes through execution, not debate. This achievement reflects collective expertise and our commitment to drive sustainable shipping forward,” said Carl-Antoine Saverys, Chief Executive Officer of EXMAR Group.

As the first in a series of four ammonia dual-fuel midsize gas carriers being built for EXMAR, ANTWERPEN is expected to play a key role in demonstrating the operational viability of ammonia at scale.