At SMM Hamburg 2024, HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering EP Division (HD KSOE EcoPhin) and Amogy have announced a new partnership to enhance ammonia-powered solutions in the maritime sector. The collaboration aims to leverage HD KSOE EcoPhin’s eco propulsion systems and Amogy’s ammonia-to-electrical power system to provide turn-key solutions for electrifying vessels in the shipping industry. The two companies will work together to optimize system integration and performance, exploring further collaboration opportunities and potential commercial ventures.
Amogy’s innovative ammonia-to-electrical power system splits liquid ammonia into hydrogen and nitrogen, which is then used in a fuel cell to generate high-performance power without carbon emissions. This technology offers a sustainable, clean energy solution tailored for maritime shipping and stationary power generation applications. Jongkuk Park, COO of HD KSOE EcoPhin, highlights the importance of PEM fuel cells for small and medium-sized vessels, expressing excitement about integrating Amogy’s system into their eco propulsion system to provide optimized solutions for customers.
Seonghoon Woo, CEO of Amogy, expresses enthusiasm about the partnership, emphasizing the potential to enhance efficiency and sustainability in maritime energy systems by integrating HD KSOE EcoPhin’s propulsion systems with Amogy’s core technology. The collaboration between the two companies is expected to bring new opportunities and advancements in the development of ammonia-powered solutions for the maritime industry. The partnership signifies a step towards addressing the electrification needs of the shipping sector and promoting cleaner energy alternatives in maritime operations.
Source: BUSINESS WIRE
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