Alfa Laval Korea Ltd. has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hanwha Ocean Ecotech to develop ammonia fuel system solutions for dual-fuel vessels.

The partnership will focus on ammonia fuel supply systems and Ammonia Release Mitigation System (ARMS) technology, combining Alfa Laval's technical expertise in ammonia fuel systems with Hanwha Ocean Ecotech's capabilities in marine technology and system engineering.

The collaboration includes business co-development and project opportunities, with plans to deliver a pilot installation. The agreement was signed at Alfa Laval's booth during Kormarine 2025.

"This MOU is more than just technical cooperation — it represents a strategic partnership to secure leadership in Korea and Asia's sustainable shipbuilding market. By combining our strengths, we aim to accelerate the decarbonization of global shipping with safe and reliable ammonia fuel solutions," said Young-Gu Choi, managing director of Alfa Laval Korea.

Chang-Keun Lee, CEO of Hanwha Ocean Ecotech, said: "Partnering with Alfa Laval is a significant opportunity to deliver safer and more efficient ammonia fuel systems to our customers. Through pilot projects and subsequent commercial projects, we will maximize synergies and bring greater value to the maritime industry."

Alfa Laval is involved in several ammonia-related collaborations. The company has a research and development partnership with WinGD, which has tested the FCM Ammonia, ARMS, and Fuel Valve Trains technology.

Another collaboration involves South Korea's K Shipbuilding, Alfa Laval, WinGD, and classification society American Bureau of Shipping. In that project, Alfa Laval contributed to the design of the fuel system, including the ammonia fuel supply system, fuel valve train, and ARMS, as well as an Aalborg ammonia dual-fuel boiler system.