Yanmar Power Technology Develops Maritime Hydrogen Fuel Cell System

Yanmar Power Technology (YPT), a subsidiary of Yanmar Holdings, has successfully developed and commercialized a maritime hydrogen fuel cell system. The company plans to propose the installation of this system in various ships, including passenger vessels, workboats, and cargo ships operating in coastal areas with accessible hydrogen refueling options. The fuel cell has a rated output of 300 kW and a displacement of 3,000 kilograms. It features a gas valve unit built into the system housing for easy installation and promises low levels of noise and vibration. The maritime hydrogen fuel cell module of the system has received an Approval in Principle (AIP) from ClassNK, although the system AIP is currently under application.

YPT’s achievement in commercializing a maritime hydrogen fuel cell system is a significant development in the maritime industry. With the installation of this system, ships operating in coastal areas with hydrogen refueling infrastructure can benefit from cleaner and more sustainable power generation. The 300 kW fuel cell, along with its built-in gas valve unit, offers easy installation and promises reduced noise and vibration levels. YPT plans to propose this system to various types of ships, including passenger vessels, workboats, and cargo ships, providing a potential solution for reducing emissions in these sectors.

The maritime hydrogen fuel cell module of YPT’s system has already received an Approval in Principle from ClassNK, a leading classification society. This recognition further validates the technology and its potential for use in the maritime industry. While the system AIP is currently under application, YPT’s successful commercialization of the maritime hydrogen fuel cell system marks a significant step towards cleaner and more sustainable power generation in the maritime sector.

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