Norway – TECO 2030, in collaboration with partners Ektank AB, Shell Shipping and Maritime, and DNV, introduced the Hy-Ekotank hydrogen-powered tanker concept.
The hydrogen-powered tanker will emit zero emissions at berth and reduce GHG emissions by up to 100 percent during the voyage. This ground-breaking concept has the potential to become a first mover in the maritime shipping segment, contributing to the European Union’s ambitious climate targets.
The EU has committed to reducing GHG emissions by 55 percent by 2030 as part of the European Green Deal, as well as a binding goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2050. The EU is currently developing climate, energy, and transportation-related legislation as part of the ‘Fit for 55 package,’ which aims to align current laws with the 2030 and 2050 goals.
From traditional to alternative
As a result, there is a growing demand for technological innovation in zero-emission solutions for maritime transportation, particularly for retrofitting existing ships. Switching from traditional petroleum-based marine fuels to zero-carbon alternatives like hydrogen can reduce shipping’s climate impact significantly.
