The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore and Eastern Pacific Shipping have marked the christening of Terra Clove at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in Ulsan, South Korea.
The 93,000 cubic metre Very Large Ammonia Carrier is EPS’s first ammonia dual-fuelled vessel and the first ammonia dual-fuelled commercial newbuild vessel to be registered under the Singapore Registry of Ships.
The vessel is equipped with Everllence’s first commercial ammonia dual-fuelled two-stroke marine engine, which successfully completed factory acceptance testing in April 2026. Delivery is expected in November 2026 following upcoming sea trials.
Terra Clove is the result of a collaboration initiated in June 2022 by MPA, EPS, HHI and the American Bureau of Shipping to develop an ammonia dual-fuelled gas carrier under the Singapore flag.
It is the first of two such vessels being built by HHI for EPS, both of which will be registered under the Singapore flag. Designed to transport ammonia as cargo and use it as propulsion fuel, the vessel incorporates specialised ammonia fuel handling, containment and safety systems.
As Singapore’s flag administration, MPA worked closely with EPS, HHI, ABS and other industry partners on technical and regulatory compliance, reviewing the vessel’s design against IMO guidelines, participating in hazard identification and operability studies and providing regulatory guidance on ammonia detection, fuel system safety and emissions management.
MPA also shared experience from earlier ammonia trials to support the development of onboard safety procedures and crew preparedness.
Ang Wee Keong, Chief Executive of MPA, described Terra Clove as demonstrating that bringing together expertise from across the maritime value chain can address the uncertainties and investment risks inherent in new technology development, expressing hope that the vessel’s successful development will give the wider industry greater confidence in ammonia as a marine fuel.
Cyril Ducau, CEO of EPS, described the naming as an important milestone toward making ammonia a viable marine fuel, emphasising that safe and practical operation remains the priority alongside technology development.
