PowerCell Sweden Receives Approval for Methanol Reforming Fuel Cell System in Maritime Industry
Key Ideas
  • PowerCell Sweden has been granted Approval in Principle from Den Norske Veritas for their innovative Methanol-to-Power solution, integrating methanol reformer and fuel cell systems.
  • The collaboration with RIX Industries has led to the development of a clean, efficient energy source that simplifies integration, enhances safety, and meets the evolving needs of the maritime industry.
  • The approval underscores the system's adherence to safety standards, marking a significant step in the maritime industry's transition towards sustainable operations and decarbonization.
  • PowerCell's focus on 'Industrialized Innovation' aims to minimize time-to-market, technical risk, and investment for customers, supporting the marine electrification and decarbonization efforts.
PowerCell Sweden has received Approval in Principle (AiP) from Den Norske Veritas (DNV) for their innovative Methanol-to-Power solution, a system that combines a methanol reformer from RIX Industries with the newly launched PowerCell Marine System 225. This solution is designed to be a significant advancement in the maritime industry's shift towards cleaner energy sources. The integration of methanol as a fuel alongside hydrogen aims to support marine decarbonization and electrification, leveraging the widespread availability of methanol in large harbors worldwide. By reforming methanol into hydrogen for fuel cell usage, PowerCell and RIX Industries have developed a power system that offers a clean and efficient energy solution, simplifying integration, enhancing safety, and meeting industry needs. PowerCell's CEO, Richard Berkling, emphasizes the company's 'Industrialized Innovation' strategy, which aims to create higher value for customers by reducing time-to-market, technical risk, and investment, especially for those leading the way in marine electrification. The collaboration with RIX Industries has optimized technologies for efficiency and safety, with the AiP from DNV confirming the system's alignment with safety standards. This approval paves the way for sustainable operations in the maritime sector. The innovative technology developed by PowerCell and RIX Industries is anticipated to enable early adopters to drive decarbonization efforts in the marine industry, addressing the need for increased energy density and simplified integration of Net Zero solutions. The focus on enhancing safety and efficiency in maritime operations aligns with industry trends towards sustainability and environmental responsibility. PowerCell's commitment to accelerating the transition to an emission-free world through cutting-edge hydrogen electric solutions positions them as a key player in various industries, including aviation, marine, and power generation.
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