Hull Air Lubrication System Study

This study presents a comprehensive assessment of Hull Air Lubrication Systems (ALS) for maritime shipping, focusing on their technological maturity, economic viability, regulatory context, and safety implications. The study presents ALS as an interesting yet still maturing technology. However, the shipping industry still needs to have a clear picture of how systems perform under service conditions. Continued research, full-scale trials, and collaborative efforts among shipbuilders, vendors, regulators, and classification societies are essential to fully exploit the potential of ALS in sustainable maritime operations.