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First ferry in the world running on liquid hydrogen
Published: 22.11.2022 kl. 09.12 | Updated: 02.12.2022 kl. 11.56
MF Hydra will, as the first ferry in the world, be powered by proton-exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells running on liquid hydrogen.
Ballard has successfully completed the installation of two of its DNV Type Approved 200kW FCwave™ modules on board Norled’s MF Hydra ferry.
With the first sea trials beginning in December, MF Hydra will, as the first ferry in the world, be powered by proton-exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells running on liquid hydrogen.
USER-FRIENDLY
Thomas Therkild Petersen, Marine Product Line Manager, Ballard:
“The installation of Ballard’s FCwave™ fuel cells on board the MF Hydra, not only showcases how efficiently zero-emission operation of ships can be implemented, but we are also able to show how user-friendly the actual fuel cell installation setup is from an operator’s perspective.”
The two fuel cell systems are integrated into a clean-lined cabinet with easy-access doors. All interfaces are accessible from the front for service and maintenance, and all connections are located below floor level. The FCwave™'s DNV Type Approval certification confirms that the design meets the stringent safety, functional, design, and documentation requirements for the marine industry.
TRUE PLUG-AND-PLAY SOLUTION
Petersen said: “The FCwave™ module is a true plug-and-play solution, providing an optimal zero-emission replacement for conventional combustion engines onboard ships. It is a high-power, adaptable engine in a hybrid electric system that incorporates fuel cells working together with batteries to provide efficient, zero-emission power. With this real-world example, we can help to 'demystify' how we reduce the complexity of fuel cell technology integration – which may still be quite new to some ship operators. In a nutshell, this is really zero-emission made easy."
THE FIRST TEST RUNS
Norled's MF Hydra has a capacity of up to 299 passengers and 80 cars and will sail on the triangular route between Hjelmeland-Skipavik-Nesvik in Norway. The first test runs will take place in December 2022.
With the first sea trials beginning in December, MF Hydra will, as the first ferry in the world, be powered by proton-exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells running on liquid hydrogen.
USER-FRIENDLY
Thomas Therkild Petersen, Marine Product Line Manager, Ballard:
“The installation of Ballard’s FCwave™ fuel cells on board the MF Hydra, not only showcases how efficiently zero-emission operation of ships can be implemented, but we are also able to show how user-friendly the actual fuel cell installation setup is from an operator’s perspective.”
The two fuel cell systems are integrated into a clean-lined cabinet with easy-access doors. All interfaces are accessible from the front for service and maintenance, and all connections are located below floor level. The FCwave™'s DNV Type Approval certification confirms that the design meets the stringent safety, functional, design, and documentation requirements for the marine industry.
TRUE PLUG-AND-PLAY SOLUTION
Petersen said: “The FCwave™ module is a true plug-and-play solution, providing an optimal zero-emission replacement for conventional combustion engines onboard ships. It is a high-power, adaptable engine in a hybrid electric system that incorporates fuel cells working together with batteries to provide efficient, zero-emission power. With this real-world example, we can help to 'demystify' how we reduce the complexity of fuel cell technology integration – which may still be quite new to some ship operators. In a nutshell, this is really zero-emission made easy."
THE FIRST TEST RUNS
Norled's MF Hydra has a capacity of up to 299 passengers and 80 cars and will sail on the triangular route between Hjelmeland-Skipavik-Nesvik in Norway. The first test runs will take place in December 2022.
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