VINSSEN Co., Ltd, a specialist in maritime decarbonization technology with a focus on hydrogen fuel cells, recently marked a significant milestone in its R&D project in collaboration with Korean partners. The launch ceremony held on October 8 celebrated the commencement of hull construction for a 17.4m leisure boat that incorporates a 600kW propulsion system powered by hydrogen fuel cells and high-voltage batteries developed by VINSSEN. The leisure boat, designed to accommodate up to 10 passengers and capable of reaching speeds of 20 knots, received design approval from the Korea Marine Traffic Safety Authority, establishing it as the first of its kind in the country. The project, officially titled "Demonstration of the Charging and Operation of a Hydrogen Fuel Cell Powered Boat", involves partnerships with Jeonnam Technopark, Korea Marine Equipment Research Institute (KOMERI), and Korea Institute of Industrial Technology (KITECH). Through this initiative, VINSSEN aims to construct hydrogen fuel cell leisure boats during the demonstration phase, supported by Jeollanam-do and Yeongam-gun to establish a safe testing environment. The company plans to set up a moorage facility in Yeongam-gun and operate a specialized mobile hydrogen charging station with advanced monitoring technology. Chil Han LEE, the CEO of VINSSEN, emphasized the project's significance in the journey towards carbon neutrality and environmental improvement within the maritime sector in Korea. He expressed VINSSEN's commitment to accelerating the development of safe and efficient eco-friendly maritime mobility technologies. The ultimate goal of the project is to promote the broader adoption of hydrogen power in Korea and globally as a sustainable solution for maritime transportation.