Marine
Champion zero-emission marine
Fuel Cells for Marine
Proven Hydrogen-Powered Solutions for Marine Vessels
Ballard’s marine module is the first Type Approved fuel cell in operational service, playing a key role in the transition to zero-emission operations at sea and in ports. The scalable module suits a broad range of vessels on both sea going and inland routes.
Advantages of Hydrogen-Powered Vessels
Zero-emission, scalable operation
Scalable power output, ranging from 200kW to 1.2 MW
Long range
Extended range – on both gaseous and liquid hydrogen
Flexible Refueling
The hydrogen fuel is carried in large gaseous or liquid storage, allowing for convenient refueling
Ease of Integration and maintenance
Installed as modules to suit vessel power requirements and space with easy service access to all interfaces
Reliable and Safe Operation
Designed to withstand the rigors of the marine environment with an uncompromising focus on safety
Industry-First Marine Certifications
Type approved by DNV, Lloyd’s Register and ABS
Certified fuel cell module for marine applications with FCwave™
Ballard’s modular 200kW system is specifically designed to provide zero-emission power for vessels, using proven technology from Ballard’s heavy-duty portfolio to deliver reliable performance, high power density, and low lifecycle costs.
Modular, Scalable Power
Available in 200kW modules Ballard’s FCwave™ facilitates scalable power output and flexible integration into the vessel
Low Lifecycle Cost
Low total cost of ownership is achieved through optimization of product performance and low maintenance requirements.
Ease of Integration
Easy installation as stand-alone modules, coupled in parallel or as a containerized solution. Modules are installed as cabinets with easy service access to all interfaces from the front
Safe Operation
Designed hand-in-hand with the industry to withstand the rigors of the marine environment, the FCwave™ is developed, tested and prepared for installation with an uncompromising focus on safety
Making waves with FCwave™
Sustainability
Leading the Adoption of Fuel Cell Technology in Marine
Ballard’s zero-emission fuel cell module is designed to deliver high performance with excellent reliability, efficiency and durability, with end-to-end support throughout the module’s lifecycle. FCwave™ is a sustainable zero-emission solution - from stack supply to turnkey power platforms for operators.
Proven
Ballard’s Experience
The scalable 200kW FCwave™ module is the first commercially available fuel cell solution, launched on Norwegian operator Norled’s MF Hydra ferry in early 2023.
With certifications from DNV, Lloyd’s Register and ABS, many of the major barriers for adoption have been removed by ensuring one-time design approval and simplified integration planning. FCwave is a true plug-and-play solution, providing an optimal zero-emission replacement for conventional combustion engines on board ships. It is a high power, adaptable module in a hybrid electric system that incorporates fuel cells working together with batteries to provide efficient, zero-emission power.
Ship Projects, including the world’s first liquid hydrogen-powered passenger ferry
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