Ammonia-to-power technology scales up for commercial maritime use with Enova funding.
H2SITE secures €3.4 million from Enova to develop commercial-scale onboard ammonia-to-power systems.
The maritime industry is currently witnessing a significant shift towards sustainable energy solutions. To support this transition, H2SITE recently secured €3.4 million (NOK 39.1 million) in funding from Enova. Specifically, this investment supports HydraNord Power, a project focusing on ammonia-to-power maritime systems. Notably, Enova manages the Climate and Energy Fund on behalf of the Norwegian government.
Consequently, this grant marks a major milestone for H2SITE’s commercialisation efforts. The company aims to scale its proven technology for the global shipping market. HydraNord Power converts ammonia into high-purity hydrogen directly onboard vessels. The system will produce precisely one tonne of hydrogen every day.
Furthermore, it will supply fuel cells delivering 700 kW of net electrical power. This project represents a massive step-change in scale for the tech developer. It builds upon several smaller successful maritime ammonia-to-hydrogen demonstrations. The technology now moves towards repeatable commercial deployment across various vessel classes.
H2SITE uses a unique membrane reactor for salt-free hydrogen separation. This process integrates ammonia cracking and hydrogen separation simultaneously. The compact architecture allows for both new-build installations and retrofits. Moreover, multiple modules can operate in parallel to meet higher power requirements.
According to CEO Andrés Galnares, the project directly addresses real onboard power needs. Furthermore, he believes the standardised system can scale into much larger installations. Moreover, Enova’s support facilitates testing under representative maritime operating conditions. Consequently, this opens valuable opportunities in sectors where direct electrification remains unviable.
The project brings together several industry giants like Equinor and Höegh Autoliners. These partners provide expertise in system design, fuel cells, and site integration. The final system will undergo testing at Energy House in Stord, Norway. Development and integration will occur throughout 2027.
The teams plan for full commissioning by early 2028. Initially, the project targets auxiliary power for deep-sea and offshore operations. The modular design ensures a clear path for broader fleet adoption worldwide.
(Source: Business Wire)
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