Amogy and Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Advance Carbon-Free Maritime Solutions with Innovative Ammonia-to-Hydrogen Technology
Amogy, a provider of advanced ammonia-to-power solutions, and Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (MSB), a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, have successfully completed a feasibility study on the integration of onboard hydrogen production using Amogy’s ammonia-cracking technology and the Mitsubishi Ammonia Supply and Safety System (MAmmoSS®). This collaboration is part of a broader effort to meet the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) target of net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the maritime industry by or around 2050.
The partnership between Amogy and MSB, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aimed to assess the feasibility of two innovative concept designs. The first concept involves a power train that combines ammonia cracking technology with hydrogen fuel cells for ships, while the second focuses on a hydrogen supply facility to provide hydrogen as pilot fuel for ammonia-fueled engines. These studies confirmed the viability of both designs, highlighting their potential to revolutionize maritime fuel systems.
Ammonia, being a carbon-free fuel, has garnered significant interest for its potential to drastically reduce GHG emissions in maritime applications. Amogy’s pioneering ammonia-to-electrical power system efficiently converts liquid ammonia into hydrogen and nitrogen, using the hydrogen to power fuel cells. This process generates high-performance power without carbon emissions. Meanwhile, MSB is committed to advancing marine ammonia handling systems, including fuel supply systems that cater to a broad range of ammonia fuel consumers, thereby promoting the decarbonization of the maritime industry.
Through this collaboration, Amogy and MSB aim to contribute to a carbon-neutral society and significantly reduce the environmental impact of maritime operations on a global scale. The integration of these innovative technologies signifies a major step towards achieving sustainable, clean energy solutions for the maritime industry.