Swedish hydrogen fuel cell company PowerCell has secured type approval from Lloyd’s Register for its Marine System 225, designed for marine applications. This system delivers 225 kW of “clean and vibration-free” power and is noted for its modularity and ease of integration into both retrofitted and new vessels. The approval aligns with global decarbonization goals, including the IMO’s greenhouse gas strategy and the EU’s ‘Fit for 55’ initiative.
With this certification, the Marine System 225 is now cleared for deployment across various vessels, aiding shipowners in adopting hydrogen electric technology. Lisa Kylhammar, SVP Engineering at PowerCell, emphasized that this approval signifies the safety and viability of hydrogen fuel cell systems for commercial use, facilitating the transition to zero-emission vessel designs.
Claudene Sharp-Patel, Global Technical Director at Lloyd’s Register, remarked on the maritime industry’s transformation, stating that hydrogen fuel cells will be crucial for sustainable shipping. The approval confirms that PowerCell’s system meets rigorous safety and performance standards for commercial marine applications.
In a related development, PowerCell announced a SEK 150 million order for its M2Power 250 system from an undisclosed European shipyard, marking the first commercial sale of a fully integrated methanol-to-power solution, set for delivery in 2029.
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