HD Hyundai Samho receives preliminary approval from BV for bow windshield design for container ships

HD Hyundai Samho received Approval in Principle (AiP) from Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) for its bow windshield design for container ships. The AiP marks the successful completion of a Joint Development Project (JDP) between both organizations and was formally presented during Posidonia 2026.

The bow windshield is a key structural element installed in the forward section of a vessel, working in conjunction with the breakwater to reduce aerodynamic drag. Through this collaborative development project, HD Hyundai Samho successfully optimized the vessel's hull structure, achieving a design that is expected to improve fuel efficiency and reduce manufacturing costs.

Throughout the project, HD Hyundai Samho and Bureau Veritas worked closely to ensure that the design complied with applicable international regulations and achieved optimal aerodynamic performance. BV provided technical expertise and conducted evaluations of the structural integrity, safety, and operational effectiveness of the windshield, contributing to the successful achievement of the AiP.

Hak-Mu Shim, Executive Vice President and Head of HD Hyundai Samho's Design Division, stated that "obtaining the AiP certification for the Windshield Design Improvement reflects the strong collaboration between Bureau Veritas and HD Hyundai Samho. This achievement marks a significant milestone in strengthening the competitiveness of the shipbuilding and offshore industries, while supporting the transition to sustainable energy."

Alex Gregg-Smith, President of Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore, explained that "we are pleased to support HD Hyundai Samho in this successful joint development project. The innovative bow windshield design demonstrates a strong commitment to improving operational efficiency and sustainability. We expect this solution to contribute to the next generation of container ships."

Technologies developed through this JDP are expected to play an important role in the development of next-generation eco-friendly vessels. The bow windshield design represents a new advance in HD Hyundai Samho's efforts to improve vessel efficiency and support the sector's decarbonization goals.