Louis Dreyfus Armateurs (LDA) has recently obtained an Approval in Principle (AiP) from Bureau Veritas for its innovative liquid hydrogen-based service operation vessel (SOV). This cutting-edge SOV is projected to operate with zero carbon emissions for 95% of the time, only emitting water during its standard operations. By adopting this technology, LDA estimates a reduction of approximately 4,000 tons of CO2 per year compared to conventional vessels, highlighting a significant step towards environmental sustainability in maritime activities. The liquid hydrogen SOV is designed to support offshore wind operations and can accommodate up to 90 technicians round-the-clock while maintaining a sea endurance of 14 days. One of the remarkable features of this vessel is its efficient refueling process, taking just six hours using trailers, thus eliminating the necessity for extensive port infrastructure. Emphasizing a commitment to pioneering sustainable innovation, LDA envisions hydrogen as a key component in the future of maritime decarbonization, complementing existing full-electric and dual-fuel methanol solutions. The company aims to develop tailored SOV solutions that redefine sustainability standards in the maritime sector. In addition to this milestone, LDA secured three substantial contracts from Vattenfall earlier this year for providing SOVs in Germany, valued at a total of €563 million. These agreements underline LDA's growing presence and expertise in delivering advanced maritime solutions to support offshore wind projects, further reinforcing their position as a leader in environmentally conscious maritime operations.