EUROPE REPORT
Germany-based Torqeedo GmbH and Proton Motor Fuel Cell GmbH are jointly developing a hydrogen hybrid propulsion system for the marine industry. The ambitious and innovative project is provisionally named “Ma-Hy-Hy” (Marine Hydrogen Hybrid) and is funded by the Bavarian federal government until 2024.
Proton Motor Fuel Cell GmbH specializes in a high-tech innovative, climate neutral energy solutions, especially in CO2-neutral and emission-free hydrogen fuel cells and electric hybrid systems for stationary, automotive, rail and maritime applications. Development and production sites are located in the Munich area.
Torqeedo GmbH, as a part of the Deutz group, is a market leader in development and production of lithium batteries, solar charging equipment, electric and hybrid drives. It offers outboards and inboards, electric motors and hybrid drive systems ranging from 0,5 to 100 kW on motor level (up to 200 kW on system level).
The Marine Hydrogen Hybrid project complements Torqeedo’s Deep Blue Hybrid range with the Proton fuel cell system to get a carbon-free hybrid electric-hydrogen kit adaptable to different categories of commercial ships and recreational boats.
The system specifications include:
- fuel cell with a power between 30 and 120 kW
- battery pack between 40 and 160 kWh
- electric motor offering 50 and 200 kW of power
- variable hydrogen storage capacity
Partners will mutually work on industrialization, marketing, and sales solutions of the output after its validation.
The Bavarian government selected the project for funding as the new propulsion system can be implemented in both, inland and offshore maritime sectors, globally contributing to sustainable and “zero-emission” maritime energy transition.
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PSR Analysis: Germany and its states work hard to develop and implement an advanced hydrogen strategy, investing €8 billion in hydrogen projects. The country is working to become an international leader in production and exportation of a green energy technologies, focusing on green hydrogen. PSR
Natasa Mulahalilovic is Finance and Administration Manager – Europe, for Power Systems Research
