About Us

Redefining Clean Energy at Sea

Marine traffic has always been at the heart of global trade and exploration, but its environmental footprint has long been a challenge. At HELINOR Energy, we’re shaping the next chapter in maritime history—not just by reducing emissions, but by striving to eliminate them entirely.

From Vestland, Norway's westernmost point, we draw inspiration from the rugged coastline and the resilient cultural spirit. Here, we develop and produce advanced maritime hydrogen fuel cells and fire suppression modules tailored to meet the industry’s toughest demands.

Our mission is clear: to drive innovation in the maritime sector by offering scalable solutions that empower vessel-owners to operate profitably, efficiently and safely.

Our People

Elling Helvig – Executive Chairman and Co-Founder at HELINOR Energy, expert in business execution and strategic leadership
Elling Helvig

EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN, CO-FOUNDER

Business & Execution Specialist

Email:  helvig@helinorenergy.com
Direct: +47 934 94 800

Rune Knapstad – CEO at HELINOR Energy, specialist in organizational scaling and maritime innovation
Rune Knapstad

Chief exectuive Officer

Organization & Scale Specialist

Email:  knapstad@helinorenergy.com
Direct: +47 902 37 473

M.Sc. Elias Vaardal – Product & Software Engineer at HELINOR Energy, ocean technologist and hydrogen fuel cell systems developer
M.Sc. Elias Vaardal

Product & Software Engineer

Ocean technologist

Email:  vaardal@helinorenergy.com
Direct:  +47 482 35 452

Fabio Brevi – Board Member at HELINOR Energy, experienced industrialist and lean thinking advisor
Fabio Brevi

BOARD MEMBER - LEAN THINKING

Industrialist

Simone Brevi – Board Member and Advisor at HELINOR Energy, industrialist with a focus on innovation and growth
Simone Brevi

BOARD MEMBER - ADVISOR


Industrialist

Knut Førland – Board Member at HELINOR Energy, specialist in LNG, hydrogen, and maritime shipping strategy
Knut Førland

BOARD MEMBER


LNG, Hydrogen and Shipping Specialist

Vidar Grønnevik – Board Member at HELINOR Energy, finance expert and startup-to-IPO strategist
Vidar Grønnevik

BOARD MEMBER


Skilled leader, Finance Expert, Start-up to IPO

Our Partners

Careers

Want to take part in something extraordinary?

We’re seeking talented individuals to take part in our mission.

At HELINOR Energy, we foster a culture of innovation, where your ideas will directly contribute to the development of cutting-edge technology that drives the green transition.

Technician inspecting hydrogen energy equipment under green light, symbolizing innovation and clean fuel technology at HELINOR Energy

Investors

We welcome investors who share our vision, especially those with marine expertise who understand the industry's challenges and opportunities.

Ready to connect? Let’s talk about how you can be part of this transformation.

Invest in the Hydrogen Revolution.

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Charting a Sustainable Course

We provide vessels with clean power from hydrogen fuel cells, cutting emissions toward a sustainable maritime future. We don’t just operate sustainably—we empower our clients to make greener choices. Our hydrogen solutions help you transition to a low-carbon future, reduce operational costs, and align with global environmental goals.

Snow-covered Norwegian fjord landscape with red cabins by the water, reflecting HELINOR Energy’s roots in clean energy innovation from the coast of Norway

Company Values

Creative and Searching

We challenge ourselves to achieve new ways of solving problems

Determined

Never deterred by obstacles in our path, we push through to reach our goals in the end

Innovative

Always looking to improve on existing solutions, we aim to contribute new innovations for the benefit of the global climate

Team Spirit

Understanding the strengths and limitations of our own abilities, we leverage our results by collaborating with strong technical partners

"The electric light bulb did not come from the continuous improvement of candles"

- Oren Harari

Transparency

We are a Norwegian company dedicated to delivering cutting-edge fuel cell solutions for the maritime industry. Transparency is at the core of our operations, ensuring trust in every partnership. We believe in open communication, ethical business practices, and a commitment to sustainability. By sharing our knowledge and progress, we empower the industry to move toward a zero-emission future.

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Supplier code of conduct

We are committed to a culture of respect, integrity, and transparency in everything we do. Our workplace fosters collaboration and innovation while ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all, in line with UN Global Compact principles. We hold all our suppliers to the same standards, to make sure that these values are undiluted throughout the value chain.

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Our Committed SDGs

Sustainable Development Goal 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth, supporting HELINOR Energy’s commitment to creating clean tech jobs in the maritime sectorSustainable Development Goal 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, aligned with HELINOR Energy’s development of hydrogen fuel cell systems for maritime useSustainable Development Goal 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production, reflected in HELINOR Energy’s focus on sustainable marine power systemsSustainable Development Goal 13 – Climate Action, core to HELINOR Energy’s mission to eliminate maritime emissions with zero-carbon fuel cellsSustainable Development Goal 14 – Life Below Water, supported by HELINOR Energy’s clean hydrogen solutions that protect marine ecosystemsSustainable Development Goal 17 – Partnerships for the Goals, highlighting HELINOR Energy’s collaborative approach to driving the green maritime transition

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