The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) recently presented a report at the Malaysia Maritime Week event, shedding light on the immense potential of clean hydrogen as an energy carrier and feedstock in decarbonizing challenging sectors. The report, authored by Professor of Energy Economics at Biberach University, Germany, highlights the need to scale up renewable electricity demand for green hydrogen production to unprecedented levels, creating both opportunities and challenges. Key takeaways include the pivotal role of industry, particularly shipping, in driving hydrogen demand and the high variability in potential demand. To achieve global net-zero emissions by 2050, hydrogen-based fuel demand must increase substantially, with the maritime sector playing a crucial role in enabling the hydrogen economy. The report points out three economies—South Korea, Japan, and the EU—as early adopters of hydrogen demand, with Europe aiming for 20 million tons annually by 2030, necessitating infrastructure development and fleet expansion. Regulatory certainty and government incentives are crucial to spur the uptake of hydrogen in new sectors, with a focus on removing infrastructure barriers and enhancing energy security. Professor Stefan Ulreich stresses the importance of building production and transportation infrastructure for a hydrogen economy, with the maritime industry facilitating the connection between surplus regions and consumption areas. The report underlines the need for coordinated action to support the global trade of hydrogen, potentially requiring hundreds of new hydrogen vessels for transportation. Overall, the report heralds a transformative opportunity in the energy-maritime value chain, emphasizing the critical role of hydrogen in the global energy transition.