Hull design boosts fuel economy of ultra large container ships

Press release
05 September 2012
About APL
APL is a global container shipping business offering more than 80 weekly services and more than 500
calls at more than 140 ports worldwide. It combines world-class intermodal operations with leading-edge
IT and e-commerce. APL is a unit of Singapore-based Neptune Orient Lines (NOL), global shipping and
logistics company. APL web site: www.apl.com
About Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI)
Hyundai Heavy Industries is the world’s largest shipbuilding company headquartered in Ulsan, South
Korea. The company is a subsidiary of Hyundai Heavy Industries Group. It has seven business divisions:
Shipbuilding, Offshore & Engineering, Industrial Plant & Engineering, Engine & Machinery, Electro &
Electric Systems, Construction Equipment, and Green Energy. HHI web site: www.hhi.co.kr
About DNV
DNV is a global provider of risk management services with the purpose of safeguarding life, property
and the environment. Organized as an independent, autonomous foundation, DNV balances the needs of
business and society, based on its independence and integrity. DNV serves a range of high-risk
industries, with a special focus on the maritime and energy sectors. Established in 1864, the company
has a global presence with a network of 300 offices in 100 countries. DNV web site: www.dnv.com
For more information, contact either:
• APL, Vice President Corporate Affairs NOL Group Mike Zampa Zampa, Mike_Zampa@nol.com.sg Phone: + 65 6371 5022
• HHI, Principal Engineer Kang-Hoon Lee, Head of Hull form Development Team, olnoh@hhi.co.kr Phone: +82 52 202 3505
• DNV Communication Director Per Wiggo Richardsen, Per.Wiggo.Richardsen@dnv.com Phone: +47 90 77 78 29