eCap Marine has secured another contract for the supply of hydrogen-based energy systems for the maritime industry. The company will equip two additional hydrogen-powered bulk carriers for GMI with integrated hydrogen energy power systems called eCap H2EPS.
The new contract follows the ongoing projects and further strengthens the collaboration between the two companies in the field of zero-emission shipping.
The two newbuild vessels, each with a deadweight capacity of approximately 3000 DWT, will be constructed by Showgule Shipyards Ltd. in India and are scheduled to enter service in 2029. The vessels will primarily operate in Norwegian coastal waters.
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Complete hydrogen systems
As part of the project, German eCap Marine will supply the complete hydrogen system solution for both vessels. The scope of supply includes compressed hydrogen storage systems, PEM fuel cell technology with an output of 1.2 MW per vessel, as well as the required power management, control and safety systems for maritime applications.
With these newbuilds, GMI continues its commitment towards more sustainable coastal shipping. In Norway in particular, zero-emission propulsion technologies are becoming increasingly important in reducing environmental impacts in sensitive coastal and fjord regions.
‘The renewed order from GMI demonstrates the growing confidence in hydrogen as a viable solution for maritime applications,’ says Lars Ravens, Managing Director of eCap Marine. ‘We are pleased to support GMI’s ambition and bring our experience from previous projects into these new vessels.’
Picture: Artist impression of the hydrogen-fuelled bulker.
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