The Hyflex has the potential to replace diesel generator sets across multiple platforms, as well as taking on new power generation applications. From a marine perspective, the demonstrator project is well-timed with the European Union's latest regulations.
Nuvera will provide an EN-125 engine to operate on hydrogen derived from ammonia, which is emerging as a key zero-carbon fuel in the maritime sector that can be produced renewably.
The regionally produced hydrogen will be used to power a passenger vessel on nearby Lake Lucerne, operated by the Lake Lucerne Navigation Company (SGV) AG
After 14 months of testing, including in particularly tough conditions, Sealhyfe was brought back with its full production capacity intact and with a wealth of insights that are already benefiting Lhyfe’s onshore and offshore projects.
The system allows for parallel connection of multiple units and adjustments to the number of hydrogen fuel cell modules, making it adaptable to various ship power output requirements.