The Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) is involved in the innovation project HYBRIDShips in Trondheim, to develop the world first hydrogen (H2)-powered ferry.
The idea behind HYBRIDShips, which stands for H2 and battery technology for innovative powertrains in ships, is to establish the necessary knowledge base for realising zero-emission propulsion systems for longer crossings and larger vessels based on battery and H2 technology.
Fiskerstrand Holding AS is the driving force behind the project, which in December was granted support through PILOT-E, a financing tool from the Research Council of Norway, Innovation Norway and Enova.
The goal of this pilot project is a hybrid-powered ferry, which will be in operation within 2020, says Group CEO of Fiskerstrand, Rolf Fiskerstrand. The main propulsion of the ferry will be based on H2 and fuel cells. To ensure energy-efficient operation, batteries will also be used.
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