The\u00a0move reflects the growing role of independent assurance in naval procurement and export programmes.<\/p>\n
Lloyd\u2019s Register (LR) has awarded its first Approval in Principle (AiP) for an\u00a0export\u00a0submarine design to Hanwha Ocean.<\/p>\n
The\u00a0AiP\u00a0has been issued for Hanwha Ocean\u2019s independently developed 2,000\u00a0tonne export submarine platform, using LR\u2019s Submarine Assurance Framework. It confirms that the concept design meets internationally recognised standards and provides early-stage assurance on safety,\u00a0interoperability\u00a0and design robustness.<\/p>\n
LR\u2019s Submarine Assurance Framework is designed to support navies and designers from concept through\u00a0all stages of the submarine\u2019s\u00a0operational\u00a0cycle,\u00a0including\u00a0life extension, by combining naval standards, classification\u00a0expertise\u00a0and a structured approach to risk.<\/p>\n
For this project, LR assembled a global team of naval and submarine specialists to support the review, culminating in a technical workshop at Hanwha Ocean\u2019s headquarters in Seoul.<\/p>\n
The approval reflects\u00a0how LR\u2019s independent\u00a0naval\u00a0assurance supports shipbuilders in accessing the export market.<\/p>\n
David Lloyd,\u00a0Vice-President\u00a0Naval\u00a0and Government Business\u00a0at Lloyd\u2019s Register<\/strong>, said:\u00a0\u201cThis\u00a0AiP\u00a0issued under our Submarine Assurance Framework\u00a0demonstrates\u00a0how independent, outcome-based\u00a0assurance can help reduce technical risk and build confidence with customer navies.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n \u201cThe approval underlines\u00a0the growing role\u00a0LR\u00a0has in\u00a0assurance in the defence sector and reinforces\u00a0our\u00a0position as a trusted adviser for complex naval programmes.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n Il-Hong Kim, Senior Vice President from Hanwha Ocean\u2019s Naval Design Department<\/strong> said: \u201cAchieving\u00a0AiP\u00a0for our 2,000\u2011ton submarine is a powerful confirmation of Hanwha Ocean\u2019s world\u2011class submarine design capabilities.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n \u201cWorking closely with Lloyd\u2019s Register, we will continue delivering tailored solutions that meet diverse national requirements and strengthen the global presence of Korea\u2019s naval defense industry.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n About Lloyd\u2019s Register\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Lloyd\u2019s Register (LR) is a global professional services group specialising in marine engineering,\u00a0technology\u00a0and digital solutions. We were created more than 260 years ago as the world\u2019s first marine classification society to improve and set standards for the safety of ships.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Today we are a leading provider of classification and compliance services to the marine and offshore industries, helping our clients design, construct and\u00a0operate\u00a0their assets to accepted levels of safety and environmental compliance.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n We also provide advisory services and digital solutions, supporting fleet and voyage performance and optimisation.\u202f\u202fThrough\u202fOneOcean, LR delivers integrated digital solutions supporting voyage planning, optimisation, compliance,\u202ftraining\u202fand fleet performance across more than 30,000 vessels globally.\u202f\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n In the race to zero emissions, our research, advisory and technical\u00a0expertise\u00a0and industry-firsts are supporting a safe, sustainable maritime energy transition.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Lloyd\u2019s Register Group is wholly owned by the Lloyd\u2019s Register Foundation, a politically and financially independent global charity that promotes safety and education.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n www.lr.org\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n About Hanwha\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Hanwha Ocean is a global leader in marine energy and shipbuilding, built on over 50 years of\u00a0expertise\u00a0since the establishment of Okpo Shipyard in 1973. The company has\u00a0established\u00a0strong competitiveness in both commercial and\u00a0defense\u00a0sectors, with\u00a0particular leadership\u00a0in submarines and surface combatants.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n As one of the few shipbuilders capable of independently designing and constructing 3,000-ton class submarines, Hanwha Ocean integrates advanced Air-Independent Propulsion systems with lithium-ion batteries to deliver superior underwater endurance. It also develops next-generation frigates and destroyers equipped with advanced stealth and integrated combat systems.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n In the naval sector, the company provides both shipbuilding and comprehensive Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul services to support fleet readiness and strengthen global partnerships. Through Smart Yard\u2013driven digital transformation and the development of hydrogen and ammonia propulsion and onboard carbon capture technologies, Hanwha Ocean is advancing toward carbon neutrality while enhancing operational efficiency.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.hanwhaocean.com\/\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The\u00a0move reflects the growing role of independent assurance in naval procurement and export programmes. Lloyd\u2019s […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":23,"featured_media":278224,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[273,298],"tags":[307],"class_list":["post-278223","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-maritimes-news","category-seagoing-maritimes-news","tag-featured-en"],"yoast_head":"\n