Lomarlabs, the innovation division of Lomar Shipping, has teamed up with Newlight to pioneer hydrogen-diesel engine retrofits for maritime decarbonization. Their strategic partnership aims to retrofit traditional diesel engines to run on a hydrogen-diesel blend, with the goal of cutting fuel consumption by 20% and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The upcoming pilot installation on Lomar's vessel is set to gather crucial data and conduct trials to assess the viability of this innovative solution. Newlight's dual-fuel retrofit technology offers a low-cost, immediate means for existing vessels to incorporate hydrogen as a cleaner fuel source, enhancing energy efficiency while retaining operational flexibility. Newlight's CEO, Haran Cohen Hillel, underscores the potential of hydrogen as a maritime fuel, emphasizing the urgency for action in decarbonizing the industry ship by ship. The collaborative effort between Lomarlabs and Newlight signifies a proactive approach to reducing emissions without waiting for perfect solutions. Stylianos Papageorgiou, Managing Director of Lomarlabs, stresses the importance of utilizing all available tools for decarbonization without delay. While engine retrofits offer a short-term pathway for carbon reductions, challenges persist in incentivizing fuel producers to support alternative fuels. The maritime sector's shift towards engine retrofits for LNG marine fuel in 2024 indicates progress, yet sustained momentum is crucial to meet decarbonization targets. The industry recognizes the significance of immediate actions like retrofitting diesel engines with hydrogen blends to achieve tangible emission cuts and fuel efficiency enhancements.