Windcat Unveils Hydrogen-Powered Hydrocat 60 for Offshore Wind Industry
Key Ideas
  • Windcat has introduced the Hydrocat 60, its second CTV in the Mk5 Series, featuring a dual-fuel hydrogen combustion engine.
  • The vessel is equipped with CMB.TECH's hydrogen system, enabling storage of up to 458 kg of compressed hydrogen for reduced CO2 emissions.
  • This initiative reflects Windcat's commitment to advancing sustainability in the offshore wind sector and enhancing operational efficiency.
  • The Mk5 design incorporates feedback from previous vessels, offering improved seakeeping, deck space, and hydrogen storage, catering to offshore wind developments.
Windcat recently welcomed the Hydrocat 60, the second vessel in its Mk5 Series and the first with hydrogen propulsion. The vessel, powered by a dual-fuel hydrogen combustion engine developed by CMB.TECH and MAN, can run on hydrogen or conventional fuel. With a capacity to store 458 kg of compressed hydrogen, the Hydrocat 60 marks Windcat's third hydrogen-powered CTV. The company's Director, Willem van der Wel, expressed pride in this development and highlighted hydrogen's growing role in reducing CO2 emissions in the offshore wind industry. The Mk5 design focuses on enhancing crew comfort and operational efficiency, thanks to optimized seakeeping, increased deck space, and improved hydrogen storage. Windcat emphasized that the Hydrocat 60's dual-fuel hydrogen system offers immediate CO2 emissions reduction benefits. Going forward, all Mk5 vessels in Windcat's fleet, totaling seven, will feature a dual-fuel hydrogen engine as standard, reinforcing the company's sustainability commitment in the offshore wind sector.
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