9 March 2021 11:53 GMT Updated 12 March 2021 14:02 GMT
Industrial gases firm Linde will supply liquid green hydrogen and related infrastructure to the world’s first hydrogen-powered ferry, a vessel by operator Norled that will transport both cars and passengers in Norway.
The liquid hydrogen for the MF Hydra ferry will come from a new 24MW proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyser Linde is building at the Leuna chemical complex in Germany that will use renewable power from the country to produce the green hydrogen.
Deliveries are scheduled to start next year, at which point the fuel cell-powered ferry will reduce its annual carbon emissions by up to 95%.
Credit:Havyard Design & Solutions AS
Havyard Group s subsidiary Norwegian Electric Systems (NES) has won a contract to deliver energy design and smart control solution to Rem Offshore’s new vessel for the offshore wind service market. The contract was awarded by Green Yard Kleven who is building the vessel.
According to NES, the vessel will be the first in this segment with a fully-integrated NES bridge system.
Geir Larsen, CEO of Norwegian Electric Systems (NES), says offshore wind power represents an important sector for his company, which has now secured its 11th delivery to a vessel for this market. We offer shipowners forward-looking solutions which enhance safety and energy efficiency as well as a smaller environmental footprint,” he says. That’s particularly suitable for an offshore wind service market which generates renewable energy.”
A European company has contracted Norway-based marine and maritime technology company Havyard Group to develop a new zero-emission ship concept for cargo transport. The partner was first introduced to Havyard by Invest in Norway, who has been working with this company for the last 2 years in supporting its entry.
Havyard develops hydrogen zero-emission vessels in new segment
A European player is set to use Havyard’s expertise in hydrogen and maritime technology to develop a new zero-emission ship concept, the company said in its release.
Europe is devoting extensive resources to achieving the climate goals, and the maritime industry is part of the solution. Green solutions and zero-emission vessels are in high demand in several segments.
Now, a European player has contracted Havyard to develop a new ship concept for cargo transport, and it must be emission free. The partner was first introduced to Havyard by Invest in Norway, who has been working with this company for the last 2 years in supporting their entry to the Norwegian maritime industry.