Why Hydrogen?

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The Future of Clean Energy

Hydrogen, the simplest and most abundant element in the universe, holds the key to a sustainable energy future. When used, it produces only water and energy, making it a clean and efficient alternative to fossil fuels. Green hydrogen, produced through renewable-powered electrolysis, offers a completely carbon-free solution from production to use. Its versatility lies in its ability to be stored and utilized in various forms: compressed hydrogen for efficient storage, liquid hydrogen for large-scale transport, and ammonia as an alternative energy carrier.

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The future is built on hydrogen.
And the future is now.

Hydrogen is here — reshaping the future of maritime energy.

PEM Fuel Cells: Leading the Way

Achieving net-zero propulsion is the challenge currently facing vessel owners. Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells unlock hydrogen’s full potential by combining hydrogen and oxygen to generate clean electricity, emitting only water vapor. Delivering steady and reliable power, PEM fuel cells offer an ideal replacement for traditional combustion engines and diesel generators, steering your vessel towards sustainable, zero-emission operations.

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Where to fuel?

The expanding hydrogen infrastructure ensures a reliable and scalable energy supply for the maritime industry. With advancements in onshore storage, fueling stations, and delivery methods, hydrogen is becoming widely accessible at ports worldwide, whether as compressed hydrogen, liquid hydrogen, LOHC or ammonia.

How to integrate?

Integrating hydrogen fuel cells into ships is seamless, requiring minimal modifications to fit into existing vessel layouts. By providing clean electricity for electromotors, they offer a practical solution for both new builds and retrofits. Hydrogen can be introduced as a full replacement or as part of a hybrid system, working alongside existing fuels to lower emissions while maintaining operational flexibility.

Infographic showing hydrogen production, storage, and energy system pathways for maritime use—green, blue, turquoise, and gray hydrogen feeding compressed, liquid, and ammonia-based fuels into HELINOR Energy fuel cells powering zero-emission vessels

A Smart Investment for the Future

As the IMO and FuelEU Maritime tighten carbon regulations, traditional fuel becomes increasingly costly. Waiting increases operational expenses, compliance complexity, and narrows your fuel choices.

Reduce Carbon Costs Immediately by achieving zero emissions and significantly lowering carbon tax obligations.
Attract Eco-Conscious Clients by becoming the preferred sustainable shipping partner.
Lead the Market and establish yourself as an innovator driving maritime clean energy solutions.
Future-Proof Your Business by aligning early with global decarbonization goals, securing your position ahead of regulatory changes.

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Staying ahead means adapting early.
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