The Ammonia Energy Association (AEA) has published a new whitepaper on ammonia gas detection technologies and standards, with significant contributions from classification society Lloyd’s Register (LR).

The document, titled “Ammonia Gas Detection: Core Technologies and Standards,” outlines currently available gas detection technologies, relevant standards and regulations, and key considerations for deploying and operating ammonia gas detection systems across industry applications.

According to the announcement, Lloyd’s Register provided expert input on safety, gas detection, and ammonia-related projects for the publication, reflecting its role in supporting the safe and effective adoption of ammonia technologies across the industry.

The publication underscores how rapidly ammonia is progressing toward commercial use in the maritime sector, with early ammonia-enabled ships expected to begin operations within the next few years.

"The AEA's Ammonia Gas Detection whitepaper is timely, as the shipping industry is now taking ammonia as a maritime fuel seriously, with a significant number of vessels expected to enter service in 2027," commented Liam Blackmore, Lloyd's Register Principal Specialist, Decarbonisation, Technical Directorate.

As ammonia becomes a stronger candidate in the maritime decarbonisation landscape, its toxicity and handling requirements reinforce the need for robust detection, monitoring and safety systems, an area the whitepaper aims to address by guiding safe industry-wide implementation.

The publication is available for download through the Ammonia Energy Association.