Hanwha Aerospace, a subsidiary of South Korea's Hanwha Group, has obtained approval in principle (AIP) from the Norwegian classification society DNV for its 200 kW hydrogen fuel cell system tailored for maritime applications. This certification reinforces the safety and compliance of the technology, following a previous approval from the Korean Register of Shipping (KR). The company sees this milestone as a validation of its commitment to global safety and performance standards, aiming to contribute to significant reductions in carbon emissions within the maritime sector. Hanwha Aerospace plans to leverage this approval to launch its maritime hydrogen fuel cells commercially and pursue type approval for its polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell (PEMFC) technology, thereby strengthening its position in the zero-carbon propulsion systems market. The company intends to further develop and commercialize these solutions for a wide range of marine vessels, catering to both commercial ships and specialized maritime applications. In a strategic move towards decarbonization, Hanwha Aerospace, Hanwha Ocean, the Korean Register of Shipping, and ammonia power solutions company Amogy signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in June 2024. This collaboration is focused on technical cooperation and certification for applying ammonia reformers and ammonia fuel cell systems to ships, highlighting a multifaceted approach to sustainable maritime technology. Moreover, Hanwha Ocean has already taken steps by entering a contract to acquire Amogy's ammonia-to-electrical power system, which includes Hanwha Aerospace's hydrogen fuel cell system. Overall, the partnership and certification signify a positive advancement towards adopting hydrogen and ammonia technologies to propel the maritime industry towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future.