Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) has secured approval for its innovative subsea cable-laying vessel design, a crucial step in connecting renewable energy sources to high-demand areas in Japan. The development of this vessel will play a key role in establishing a long-distance subsea direct current transmission network.
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) secures AiP for subsea cable-laying vessel design
The development of this vessel is crucial as renewable energy sources like wind power, located in regions such as Hokkaido, need to be connected to high-demand areas. The consortium is engaged in the development of construction methods for the installation of cable protecting system and the development of new cable-laying vessels.
Key Features* The vessel plays a crucial role in the development of a long-distance subsea direct current transmission network in Japan.
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The design concept has received approval in principle from ClassNK, a ship classification society.
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The consortium is engaged in the development of construction methods for the installation of cable protecting system and the development of new cable-laying vessels.
Timeline* 2022: NYK was subcontracted by Sumitomo Electric to conduct the initial conceptual design of the vessel as part of the RIGHT Project.
- 2023: NYK was selected by NEDO for a public solicitation to further develop construction methods and new cable-laying vessels under the same project.
Next Steps*NYK will advance to the detailed design phase of the vessel and aim to secure basic design approval from ClassNK.
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