Major Japanese maritime stakeholders have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop a standardized design framework for liquefied CO₂ carriers and alternative fuel vessels. The initiative, leveraging MILES as a coordinating platform, aims to accelerate decarbonization in shipping by enabling multiple Japanese shipyards to efficiently manufacture next-generation vessels using common design specifications. This collaborative approach addresses growing international pressure to reduce maritime emissions while streamlining production processes across Japan’s shipbuilding industry.