Yanmar Power Technology Receives Approval for Hydrogen-Fuelled Ships in Japan
Key Ideas
- Yanmar Power Technology has government approval in Japan to develop hydrogen-fuelled ships, including engines and fuel cell systems.
- The project aims to establish an advanced production system for zero-emission ships powered by hydrogen and batteries, surpassing IMO's greenhouse gas targets.
- The company plans to accelerate hydrogen engine production goals to 2040 and achieve 100% carbon-neutral marine power products by 2045.
- Yanmar Power Technology is committed to delivering eco-friendly solutions to support customers in meeting decarbonization goals.
Yanmar Power Technology has received approval from the Japanese government for a project to develop hydrogen-fuelled ships. The approval comes from Japan's Ministry of the Environment and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. The project aims to establish an advanced production system for zero-emission ships powered by hydrogen and batteries. Yanmar plans to accelerate its hydrogen engine production targets to 2040 with support from the Zero Emission Ship Construction Promotion Project. The company also aims to achieve 100% carbon-neutral marine power products, including hydrogen engines, around 2045, exceeding the International Maritime Organization's greenhouse gas reduction targets. Yanmar Power Technology is committed to continuing to deliver eco-friendly solutions to help customers meet their decarbonization goals.