Ballard Power Systems Partners with eCap Marine to Revolutionize Marine Transport with Hydrogen Fuel Cell Engines
Key Ideas
  • Ballard Power Systems receives a purchase order to supply 6.4 MW of fuel cell engines to eCap Marine for two Samskip vessels, supporting decarbonization in marine transport.
  • The FCwave 200 kW fuel cell engines are designed to provide zero-emission power, with type approval from classification societies DNV, Lloyd’s Register, and ABS.
  • The collaboration between Ballard and eCap Marine aims to deliver clean propulsion solutions for long-haul marine operations, with a focus on environmental stewardship and operational excellence.
  • The SeaShuttle vessels being built in India are expected to be among the first decarbonized vessels using green hydrogen, projecting around 25,000 tons of CO2 reduction per year.
Ballard Power Systems, a Canada-based developer and manufacturer of fuel cell products, has secured a significant purchase order to supply 6.4 MW of fuel cell engines to eCap Marine, a German clean power solutions provider. These fuel cell engines will be integrated into green marine propulsion systems by eCap Marine to power two SeaShuttle vessels in the fleet of Dutch logistics company Samskip. The initiative aims to support the decarbonization of waterways between Norway and the Netherlands, contributing to a cleaner marine transport sector. The FCwave 200 kW fuel cell engines are designed to offer zero-emission power and have received type approval from respected classification societies. This order signifies a continuation of the successful collaboration between Ballard and eCap Marine, with a focus on delivering clean propulsion solutions for long-haul marine operations. The partnership underscores a joint commitment to environmental sustainability and operational excellence. The SeaShuttle vessels, currently under construction in India, are set to become pioneers in decarbonized marine transport, utilizing green hydrogen and targeting a substantial reduction in CO2 emissions. The order for hydrogen-powered fuel cells by eCap Marine further emphasizes the industry's shift towards sustainable and renewable energy sources in the maritime sector.
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