HAV Hydrogen receives funding for H2 energy system
HAV Hydrogen has received NOK 12.4 million in funding to build, test and certify a full-scale prototype of the company’s Zero Emission Pod – a containerized hydrogen (H2) energy system for ships.
Ocean Highway Cluster congratulates HAV Hydrogen with the funding!
The DNV-approved Zero Emission Pod is a complete deck house where several fuel cells are mounted together with a complete hydrogen distribution system, control and safety system including emergency shutdown system, ventilation system, cooling system, and DC/DC power distribution system.
The Zero Emission Pod received Approval in Principle (AiP) by DNV last year. Building and testing of a full-scale prototype is a continuation of this work. The prototype testing will further enhance technology readiness-level and –from a shipowner’s perspective – substantially de-risk the solution. The latter will make it easier for shipowners to choose to invest in one or more Zero Emission Pods.
“Our system is designed based on a risk-based methodology in order to comply with the safety barrier requirements of IMO’s fuel cell guidelines. This is essential to create a mass market product that can be quickly adopted by the maritime industry. Moreover, having a physical, working product to showcase to shipowners and yards will enable an enhanced understanding of the maturity and marketability of the Zero Emission Pod.”
Kristian Osnes, managing director of HAV Hydrogen
Due to the system’s innovative features and substantial commercial potential, Innovation Norway has allocated a NOK 12.4 million grant to HAV Hydrogen to build and test the first full-scale Zero Emission Pod.
“Supporting projects like HAV Hydrogen’s is important, as it embodies Innovation Norway's commitment to support Norwegian industries through this pivotal transformation,” says Magne Aarsnes, financial adviser at Innovation Norway.
HAV Hydrogen’s parent group, HAV Group ASA, will provide the remaining funds required to build, test and certify the prototype.
— HAV Group is dedicated to enabling the green transition at sea. Adopting a safe and easy-to-install hydrogen energy system is an attractive shortcut for vessel operators and owners that are keen to decarbonise their fleet without incurring unreasonable hight costs in doing so. We are excited about contributing towards the building of the prototype and the commercial potential this can help to unlock, says Gunnar Larsen, CEO of HAV Group.
Flexibility
Whether it's for a new vessel or retrofitting existing ones, the Zero Emission Pod offers flexibility. Its installed power can drive main propulsion systems or serve as additional power supply onboard, aligning with green operation standards seamlessly. And when docked, the hydrogen system ensures a sustainable power source without relying on onshore charging infrastructure.
The prototype will be built during 2024. Testing and certification will be conducted at SINTEF’s new test facility in Trondheim, Norway, marking a significant milestone in our journey towards a cleaner, more sustainable maritime industry.
Image: HAV Hydrogen
Contact for more information:
Kristian Osnes
Managing Director
+47 996 29 165
kristian.osnes@havhydrogen.no
Karoline J Vågsholm
Communication Manager
+47 920 55 369
karoline.vagsholm@oceanhywaycluster.no
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