LH2 Shipping's managing director, Ivan Østvik, emphasized the potential of hydrogen as a sustainable marine fuel during a recent presentation. He highlighted the successful deployment of the liquid hydrogen-powered vessel Hydra in Norway, showcasing a practical example of hydrogen's viability. Østvik stressed the importance of developing strong business cases to attract finance, considering factors such as availability, technology, bunkering infrastructure, and cost breakdowns when choosing a fuel type for vessels. Various hydrogen technologies, including proton-exchange membrane fuel cells and solid oxide fuel cells, were evaluated for their suitability in different shipping applications, with a focus on efficiency and safety. Grzegorz Pawelec from Hydrogen Europe discussed the EU's financial support for clean-hydrogen initiatives, detailing funding opportunities for partnerships and demonstration projects in the maritime sector. The upcoming EU funding round in 2024-2025 aims to accelerate the adoption of hydrogen in maritime applications through investments in fuel production, bunkering infrastructure, and vessel retrofits. The recent Maritime Hybrid, Electric & Hydrogen Fuel Cell Conference in Bergen served as a platform to discuss key industry trends, regulatory developments, and the shift towards zero-emission marine ecosystems. Overall, the event highlighted a positive outlook on hydrogen as a key enabler of sustainability and decarbonization in the maritime industry.