Emission-Free Seas: eCap Marine's Hydrogen Power Solutions for Green Vessels
Key Ideas
- eCap Marine secures contracts to supply hydrogen-based propulsion systems for zero-emission vessels to Møre Sjø and Samskip, marking a significant milestone in the maritime energy transition.
- The projects include the construction of hydrogen-powered bulk carriers and short-sea container vessels, with deliveries scheduled for 2027, showcasing the increasing demand for hydrogen propulsion solutions in the marine industry.
- eCap Marine's expertise in retrofitting vessels with hydrogen-powered propulsion and providing comprehensive hydrogen solutions, including fuel cells and onboard bunkering stations, positions them as a leading player in the green maritime sector.
- The adoption of green hydrogen as fuel in these vessels highlights a strong commitment to sustainability and sets a precedent for future environmentally friendly shipping practices worldwide.
German clean power solutions provider eCap Marine has secured contracts to supply hydrogen-based propulsion systems for zero-emission vessels to Møre Sjø and Samskip. The Hamburg-based company will deliver hydrogen power solutions for bulk carriers to Møre Sjø and shortsea container vessels to Samskip. eCap Marine stands out as one of the few companies globally to have retrofitted a commercial vessel, the Coastal Liberty, with hydrogen-powered propulsion, which paved the way for these new orders. The projects include two zero-emission short-sea container vessels for Samskip and two hydrogen-powered bulk carriers for Møre Sjø, marking significant milestones in the maritime energy transition. The vessels will be equipped with marine-approved fuel cells, power electronics, and safety systems, with deliveries scheduled for 2027. eCap Marine's scope of supply encompasses comprehensive hydrogen solutions, including hydrogen fuel cells, compressed hydrogen tank systems, onboard hydrogen bunkering stations, and power management systems. Lars Ravens, Managing Director at eCap Marine, expressed gratitude to Møre Sjø and Samskip for their trust in these emission-free marine propulsion projects, highlighting the engineering enthusiasm behind the scalable hydrogen technology. The utilization of green hydrogen as fuel in these vessels showcases a strong commitment to sustainability and signifies a step towards a more environmentally friendly future in the shipping industry.
Topics
Power
Zero-emission
Marine Industry
Bulk Carriers
Shortsea Container Vessels
Norwegian Shipping
Green Vessels
Engineering Specialist
Maritime Energy Transition
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