Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) has announced that its 9,000 TEU containership ‘HMM GREEN’ is undergoing a trial demonstration of an onboard 3D printing system.
According to HMM, the goal of this endeavour is to test the technology’s functionality in real-world sailing circumstances and evaluate its practicality for purchasing vessel repair components.
The installed ‘3D Printing Digital Workshop‘ reportedly produces stainless steel components from metal powder, ensuring appropriate durability.
If implemented, the method has the potential to shorten component lead times by allowing ships to quickly generate critical parts on demand.
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This would enable prompt manufacture of required components, lowering inventory costs while avoiding additional charges and downtime during vessel repair.
A representative of HMM stated: “We are committed to strengthening our competitiveness through the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and active participation in research and development of maritime sector.”
Last month, HMM reported 2024 financial performance, with a revenue of KRW 11,700 billion ($8.05 million).
