CMB.TECH, a leading technology company, and Damen, a renowned shipbuilder, have recently come together to collaborate on a groundbreaking project involving hydrogen-powered ASD Tugs. This innovative partnership aims to revolutionize port operations by reducing carbon emissions and promoting the use of green hydrogen production.
The joint effort between CMB.TECH and Damen will focus on the construction of four ASD Tugs, which will utilize CMB.TECH’s cutting-edge dual-fuel hydrogen technology. These tugs, with an impressive 80-tonne bollard pull, will be equipped with four high-speed hydrogen engines and modular storage systems for compressed hydrogen. To ensure optimal efficiency, each tug will have the capacity to carry up to 16 hydrogen bottles, storing a total of 736 kg of pressurized hydrogen at 350 bar.
One of the key advantages of these hydrogen-powered tugs is their versatility. While their primary source of fuel will be hydrogen, they will also have the capability to switch seamlessly to traditional fuel if necessary. With a fuel capacity of 160 cu m, these tugs offer a flexible and reliable solution to meet various operational requirements.
The significant progress made by CMB.TECH and Damen in the development of hydrogen technology has not gone unnoticed. Classification society Lloyd’s Register has already granted them approval in principle for their hydrogen solution, recognizing the innovative and sustainable nature of this project.
Alexander Saverys, the CEO of CMB.TECH, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “ASD tugs are the ideal assets to kickstart the decarbonization of port operations. With our hydrogen tugs, every port in the world will now be able to lower its carbon emissions and create demand for green hydrogen production.”
This collaboration between CMB.TECH and Damen is not their first endeavor together. They have previously worked on the successful development of a series of CSOVs for CMB.TECH’s subsidiary Windcat, further showcasing their commitment to eco-friendly solutions.
In addition to this exciting project, Cleanergy Solutions Namibia, a joint venture between CMB.TECH and the Ohlthaver & List Group, recently unveiled plans for Africa’s first dual-fuel hydrogen-powered vessel. This latest hydrogen-related development further reinforces the ongoing dedication of CMB.TECH and its partners to driving sustainable advancements in the maritime industry.
FAQ:
1. What is the collaboration between CMB.TECH and Damen about?
– CMB.TECH and Damen have come together to collaborate on a groundbreaking project involving hydrogen-powered ASD Tugs. These tugs aim to reduce carbon emissions and promote the use of green hydrogen production in port operations.
2. What technology will be used in the construction of the ASD Tugs?
– The tugs will utilize CMB.TECH’s cutting-edge dual-fuel hydrogen technology. They will be equipped with high-speed hydrogen engines and modular storage systems for compressed hydrogen.
3. How much pressurized hydrogen can each tug store?
– Each tug will have the capacity to carry up to 16 hydrogen bottles, storing a total of 736 kg of pressurized hydrogen at 350 bar.
4. Can the hydrogen-powered tugs switch to traditional fuel if necessary?
– Yes, the tugs have the capability to switch seamlessly to traditional fuel if needed. They offer a flexible and reliable solution with a fuel capacity of 160 cu m.
5. Has the hydrogen solution developed by CMB.TECH and Damen received recognition?
– Yes, the hydrogen solution has been granted approval in principle by classification society Lloyd’s Register. This recognizes the innovative and sustainable nature of the project.
6. What is the significance of the partnership for CMB.TECH’s CEO, Alexander Saverys?
– The CEO expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating that ASD tugs are the ideal assets to kickstart the decarbonization of port operations. He believes that with hydrogen tugs, every port in the world can lower carbon emissions and create demand for green hydrogen production.
Definitions:
– ASD Tugs: Tugs that use azimuth stern drive for propulsion.
Related Links:
– CMB.TECH
– Damen
– Lloyd’s Register