ABS and HD Hyundai Mipo (HMD) have signed a joint development project (JDP) for digital manufacturing-based automation equipment for shipyards.
The JDP establishes a collaborative framework focused on leveraging smart technology within HD Hyundai Mipo’s shipyard operations that include artificial intelligence, communication technologies, automation and robotics.
ABS will utilise its Guide for Smart Technologies for Shipyards to help HMD identify opportunities for process improvement, focusing on key features such as hyper-connectivity, advanced automation and data-driven intelligence.
Technology revolutionising shipyard production
“Cutting-edge technologies are revolutionising shipyard production, pushing boundaries and unlocking new possibilities. Smart features are enhancing health, safety, and quality processes, allowing efficiency and innovation in modern shipbuilding,” said Christopher J. Wiernicki, ABS Chairman and CEO.
“From augmented and virtual reality to 3D engineering, AI-based simulation, digital twins, and robotics and automation, these advancements are shaping the future of smart ships and smart shipbuilding.”
Digital manufacturing
“With this joint development project, we aspire for the digital manufacturing initiative spearheaded by Mipo to receive objective evaluations from certification bodies and establish itself as a global standard,” said Hyung Kwan Kim, HMD President and Chief Executive Officer.
“Furthermore, we hope it will act as a force multiplier for ship-owners and classification societies, resulting in making construction processes more efficient,” concluded the HMD President.
Potential of the collaboration
The collaboration could also lead to improved procedures in shipyard operations and survey processes
The JDP outlines the potential for additional certifications from ABS, such as Product Design Assessment or Manufacturing Assessment, provided all necessary criteria are met.
The collaboration could also lead to improved procedures in shipyard operations and survey processes, efficiencies beneficial to both ABS and HMD.
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