Western Baltija Shipbuilding in Lithuania has begun the construction of a new hybrid hydrogen-electric workboat for the Klaipėda State Seaport Authority (KSSA), designed to enhance waste collection services at the Port of Klaipėda. The 42-metre-long vessel will primarily transport waste from ships and clean other vessels entering the port. With a capacity to hold 400 cubic meters of liquid waste, the workboat will feature two electric motors powered by 2,000 kWh batteries and a hydrogen fuel cell system, enabling up to 36 hours of operation on a single charge. The collaboration with Estonian boatbuilder Baltic Workboats will ensure the efficient installation and testing of all ship systems, emphasizing a sustainable and environment-friendly approach to maritime operations in the Baltic Sea region. The initiative highlights a positive step towards reducing environmental impact and promoting cleaner practices in the maritime industry.