- Green Marine UK’s Project Verdant, which seeks to retrofit Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs) with hydrogen fuel cells, has secured Approval in Principle (AiP) from RINA.
- This crucial milestone paves the way for detailed design and testing, aiming to significantly cut maritime emissions.
Green Marine UK’s Project Verdant has achieved a key milestone with RINA’s Approval in Principle (AiP). The project focuses on retrofitting Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs) with hydrogen fuel cells to reduce emissions, marking a significant step towards greener maritime operations.
Approval in Principle Secured
Green Marine UK’s Project Verdant has been awarded Approval in Principle (AiP) by RINA. This approval follows a successful feasibility study and preliminary design phase, which showcased the project’s potential to reduce CO2 emissions by up to 30% and NOx emissions by up to 40% from CTVs that service offshore wind farms.
Technological and Collaborative Advances
The project integrates hydrogen fuel cells with electric motors and existing diesel engines, allowing for zero-emission operation at slow speeds. The design and engineering of this hybrid system have been supported by Energys and Engineered Marine Systems (EMS), with additional insights from the European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC).
Next Steps and Industry Impact
With AiP granted, Green Marine UK can now proceed to detailed design, engineering, and sea trials. RINA’s approval not only confirms the safety and feasibility of the design but also underscores the project’s potential to set new standards in maritime decarbonization.
Future Prospects
The industry is closely watching Project Verdant as it progresses towards implementation. This initiative aligns with global efforts to cut maritime CO2 emissions by 50% by 2050 and supports the UK’s ambitious net-zero targets. The success of Project Verdant could pave the way for broader adoption of hydrogen technology in the maritime sector.
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Source: Green Marine UK
