NIM, a Dutch maritime engineering innovator, and EH Group, a Swiss high-tech company specialising in high-performance hydrogen fuel cell technology, are pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
This partnership hopes to make a significant step toward advancing zero-emission solutions in the maritime sector through the development and standardisation of hydrogen fuel cell drive trains.
The MoU formalises NIM and EH Group’s commitment to jointly explore and implement hydrogen-based drive trains specifically tailored for the maritime industry. Leveraging EH Group’s fuel cell technology alongside NIM’s experience in marine system integration, the partnership aims to create scalable, zero-emission power solutions that meet maritime standards while driving the industry closer to carbon neutrality. The collaboration will focus on adapting and standardising fuel cell systems to meet the operational and safety requirements of maritime vessels, paving the way for clean, efficient energy solutions that can be widely deployed.
Mardit Matian, EH Group Founder said: “The maritime sector is ripe for disruptive decarbonisation, which can only be met by joining strong technology solutions with deep sector experience and integration capabilities. Partnering with NIM enables us to more effectively deploy marine FC systems across a wide-range of vessels.”
Marc Freriks, NIM CSO said: “With this partnership, we found a solid basis for the next step in sustainable energy transition in shipping. Combining EH Group’s EH-Trace hydrogen fuel cell system and NIM’s knowledge of system integration, we are ready to speed-up the change in power management applications on board of vessels.”
This partnership is believed to highlight both companies’ shared commitment to environmental sustainability and their dedication to pioneering solutions that contribute to global decarbonisation goals. The collaboration between NIM and EH Group aligns with increasing demand within the maritime industry for green alternatives to traditional propulsion systems, a movement that is crucial to meeting international climate targets.
Image: EH Group and NIM fuel cell MoU (credit: Business Wire)
