Nuclear power for the maritime industry would be a transformational technology leading to safer, more reliable, emissions free, longer-lived, and more productive ships, a report by Lloyds Register says.

According to the report, nuclear power holds immense potential for revolutionising the maritime industry, offering a path towards sustainable and efficient shipping solutions.

The widespread adoption of nuclear power in commercial shipping is on the horizon, driven by advancements in technology and a growing recognition of its benefits, the report says.

According to Lloyds register, a technical and professional services organisation and a maritime classification society, nuclear will be a primary catalyst that will fundamentally reshape the shipping industry.