Yanmar Power Technology, a subsidiary of Yanmar Holdings, has achieved an approval in principle (AiP) from DNV for its GH320FC maritime hydrogen fuel cell system. The system is designed as a next-generation power source for marine applications, offering easy installation on various vessels and the flexibility to meet diverse power requirements. Yanmar aims to address the need for sustainable clean energy solutions in the marine sector, targeting applications like coastal passenger ferries and inland waterway cargo vessels. The company's hydrogen fuel cell solutions have already been successfully used on a coastal passenger ferry in Japan. The approval from DNV comes as the maritime industry moves towards decarbonization, with a focus on zero-emission operations. The partnership between Yanmar and DNV aims to drive innovation in the sector by promoting fuel cells powered by clean, renewable fuels. Yanmar's hydrogen-fueled engines and fuel cell systems production plan has also received government approval under Japan’s Zero Emission Ship Construction Promotion Project, with significant investments expected in Japan's shipbuilding and marine equipment industry. Looking towards the future, Yanmar Holdings plans to restructure Yanmar Power Technology into two separate companies, one dedicated to industrial engines and the other specializing in large power products. This strategic move is set to be completed by October 2025 and is expected to streamline operations and better serve the evolving needs of the market.