Samskip Enhances Samskip Kvitnos with Hydrogen Fuel-Cell Technology for Emission-Free Voyages
Key Ideas
- Samskip collaborates with TECO 2030 to retrofit the Samskip Kvitnos vessel with hydrogen fuel-cell technology.
- The vessel operates along the Norwegian west coast to Hammerfest, ensuring emission-free voyages.
- The initiative aligns with upcoming regulations like FuelEU Maritime and EU ETS, targeting zero emissions in Norwegian fjords by 2030.
- This move showcases Samskip's commitment to environmental sustainability and compliance with future maritime emission standards.
Samskip, in collaboration with TECO 2030, is set to enhance its multipurpose vessel, Samskip Kvitnos, with cutting-edge hydrogen fuel-cell technology as part of the KyEkoTank project. The Samskip Kvitnos, which follows a fixed route from Rotterdam along the picturesque Norwegian west coast to Hammerfest, will undergo retrofitting to ensure zero-emission voyages. By embracing this zero-emission fuel-cell technology, Samskip aims to proactively comply with upcoming regulations such as the FuelEU Maritime directive and the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS). Additionally, this strategic move addresses the critical need for zero emissions in Norwegian world heritage fjords by the ambitious target year of 2030. This proactive initiative not only demonstrates Samskip's commitment to environmental sustainability but also showcases its readiness to embrace innovation and partnerships for a greener maritime industry.