PowerCell Innovates with Methanol-to-Power Solution for Maritime Industry
Key Ideas
  • PowerCell receives approval from DNV for a new methanol-to-power solution, combining a methanol reformer with a fuel cell system.
  • The innovative solution integrates a methanol reformer from RIX Industries with PowerCell Marine System 225, delivering 225 kW of clean electric power.
  • Partnerships with industry leaders aim to simplify integration, enhance safety, and drive value creation for marine customers transitioning towards decarbonisation.
  • Successful tests in partnership with e1 Marine demonstrate the viability of converting methanol to hydrogen onboard ships for efficient power generation.
Swedish hydrogen fuel cell provider PowerCell has achieved approval in principle (AiP) from DNV for a new methanol-to-power solution designed for the maritime industry. This innovative solution combines a methanol reformer from RIX Industries with the newly launched PowerCell Marine System 225, delivering 225 kW of clean electric power with zero emissions. The integration of the methanol reformer with the fuel cell system simplifies the process of converting methanol into hydrogen, enhancing safety and efficiency. PowerCell's CEO, Richard Berkling, highlighted the company's 'Industrialized Innovation' strategy, aiming to minimize time-to-market, technical risk, and investment for customers involved in marine electrification and decarbonisation. The collaboration between PowerCell and RIX Industries focuses on providing value to marine customers by simplifying bunkering, integration, and commissioning processes. In partnership with methanol-to-hydrogen technology firm e1 Marine, PowerCell and RIX Industries conducted successful tests for a 200kW propulsion chain in 2023. These tests showcased the feasibility of converting methanol fuel to hydrogen onboard ships, which is then used in a fuel cell system to generate power efficiently. The collaboration between PowerCell, RIX Industries, and e1 Marine demonstrates a commitment to advancing sustainable solutions for the maritime industry, offering energy-efficient and environmentally friendly alternatives for ship propulsion. By empowering early adopters in decarbonising the marine sector, these companies are driving innovation and facilitating the transition towards a cleaner and more sustainable maritime future.
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