Nuvera announces fuel cell engine order from H2Boat

Companies will jointly explore zero-emission options for marine applications

Nuvera announces fuel cell engine order from H2Boat

Nuvera Fuel Cells has signed a memorandum of understanding with Italy-based system integrator H2Boat, which is developing a zero-emission energy solution for marine applications. 

As part of the project, Nuvera will supply an E-45 fuel cell engine to H2Boat for marine type approval certification, and subsequently for integration in H2Boat’s forthcoming HP Energy Pack (P>40kW). H2Boat anticipates using Nuvera® E-Series Fuel Cell Engines to expand its marine product line.

H2B launched in 2020 to introduce sustainable hydrogen technology into the marine sector starting with the pleasure boat sector. H2Boat is part of Bluenergy Revolution, a company spun out of the University of Genoa (Italy) and focused on the research and development of fuel cell, electrolyzer and metal hydride systems, with the aim to develop hydrogen technology solutions for mobile and stationary applications.

According to H2Boat, a marine vessel with an onboard hydrogen system exemplifies how passenger comfort can be achieved while minimizing environmental impact. Unlike boats propelled by internal combustion engines, a fuel cell electric boat can access marine-protected areas.

Giampaolo Sibilia, director of European operations for Nuvera Fuel Cells, said:

"Fuel cells provide an extremely attractive value proposition to the marine industry. We believe hydrogen should, and will, play a key role in the sector’s journey towards decarbonization. We look forward to joining with H2Boat to fulfill a specific need in the boating industry to make maritime transportation cleaner and quieter."