Pherousa's Ammonia Cracking Technology: Paving the Way for Zero-Emission Maritime Propulsion
Key Ideas
  • American Bureau of Shipping and DNV grant Approval in Principle for Pherousa's Ammonia Cracking technology, affirming its safety and viability for fully electrical propulsion on ships with PEM Fuel Cells.
  • Ammonia, a non-explosive liquid with clean hydrogen energy, is emerging as a key hydrogen carrier for maritime applications, enabling the shift to carbon-free transportation.
  • Partnerships with key industry players including Deltamarin, Babcock International Group, and Metacon are driving the development of emission-free propulsion solutions.
  • Pherousa's Ammonia Cracking technology offers emission-free propulsion alternatives for various vessel types, reshaping operational efficiency in the maritime industry.
Pherousa, in collaboration with partners, has received Approval in Principle from American Bureau of Shipping and DNV for its Ammonia Cracking technology, indicating its safety and feasibility for fully electrical propulsion on ships equipped with PEM Fuel Cells. This milestone paves the way for the transition to fossil-free and zero-emission propulsion in maritime transport, with ammonia emerging as a non-explosive liquid carrying clean hydrogen energy. The technology developed by Pherousa and its partners has the potential to revolutionize the industry by providing emission-free solutions for maritime transportation, particularly in the context of the impending 2030 regulatory changes by the International Maritime Organization. Key partners in this endeavor include Deltamarin, Babcock International Group, and Metacon, who are instrumental in advancing sustainable emission-free propulsion solutions. Pherousa's Ammonia Cracking technology, licensed by Metacon, offers a significant leap forward in sustainable maritime energy by efficiently converting ammonia into high-quality hydrogen fuel directly on-board ships. This innovation allows for emission-free propulsion alternatives such as supplying hydrogen to PEM Fuel Cells, replacing conventional fuels with hydrogen, and reducing emissions from auxiliary engines. The adaptability of these technologies is reshaping vessel efficiency and offering commodity players emission-free transportation options. The successful development and demonstration of a prototype by Pherousa and Metacon signify a shift towards market entry and global deployment of this innovative technology, marking a key milestone in the journey towards zero-emission maritime propulsion.
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