Dutch scientists on Wednesday unveiled a boat powered by liquid hydrogen that they hope will offer lessons to the shipping industry as it eyes new fuel sources to reduce its significant greenhouse gas emissions.
Fuel/Energy Type: Hydrogen
Hydrogen generator connected to shore power facility in pilot test at Gothenburg port
A pilot test using a hydrogen generator to power ships with electricity has been conducted at the Port of Gothenburg in Sweden.
Can maritime hydrogen overcome the headwinds?
Maritime shipping is both vital to the global economy, facilitating 80% of trade and enabling trillions of dollars in annual economic activity and responsible for more than 700 million tonnes (Mt) of carbon dioxide (CO₂) a year. Alternative energy sources—such as hydrogen—are gaining notice and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has committed to achieving net-zero by 2050.
Kick-starting a green hydrogen supply chain across Asia and Africa
Asia-Pacific is already experiencing a lot of traction on the topic of hydrogen-based fuels for shipping.
Hydrogen in maritime: unlocking sustainable shipping
As the shipping industry moves toward decarbonisation, hydrogen is gaining traction as a key solution for cleaner, more sustainable maritime transport.
New hydrogen demand report unveils once in a generation opportunity
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) launches new report identifying that heavy Industry sector are expected to dominate global hydrogen demand to 2050, with South Korea, Japan and Europe being the first markets for hydrogen.
Mapping safety risks for hydrogen-fuelled ships. Study investigating the safety of hydrogen as fuel on ships
This report analyses hydrogen’s main characteristics to frame which safety hazards, system threats and risks to be considered and mitigated when using hydrogen as ship fuel.
NGOs demand stringent criteria for ‘low-carbon’ hydrogen
The European Commission has been urged to consult broadly and take a methodical approach to defining new ‘low-carbon-fuels, amid concerns that hastily drafted legislation could promote the unsustainable use of fossil gas.
We’re running out of time to put hydrogen shipping regulations in place – it all hinges on the next 18 months
Governments must not only drive uptake of clean fuels in maritime sector but ensure steady H2 supply, writes Stuart Neil of the International Chamber of Shipping.
First trials for Holland Shipyards’ second hydrogen vessel
On 4 March, Holland Shipyards Group successfully completed the first trials for Future Proof Shipping’s H2 Barge 2. It is the shipbuilder’s second zero-emission inland navigation ship that is powered by hydrogen.