Amogy, a pioneer in ammonia-to-power solutions, has successfully demonstrated the world’s first carbon-free, ammonia-powered maritime vessel. The NH3 Kraken, a retrofitted 1957 tugboat, completed its maiden voyage on a tributary of the Hudson River, marking a significant milestone in the maritime industry’s journey towards sustainability.
This groundbreaking achievement brings the industry closer to meeting the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) target of net-zero emissions by 2050, and proves the viability of Amogy’s technology and highlights ammonia’s potential as a carbon-free maritime fuel.
“Our successful demonstration of the world’s first carbon-free, ammonia-powered vessel proves that [reducing global carbon emissions] is achievable,” said Seonghoon Woo, CEO and co-founder of Amogy. “By demonstrating our technology on the water for the first time, we’ve gained invaluable knowledge that will help us move quickly to commercialization and real-world applications.”
Amogy’s patented technology splits liquid ammonia into hydrogen and nitrogen, with the hydrogen then used in a fuel cell to generate power without carbon emissions. The NH3 Kraken was fueled with green ammonia, produced entirely with renewable energy, further reducing its environmental impact.
Amogy plans to release a detailed case study in the coming months, providing further insights into its technology. The company says it will apply knowledge gained from this demonstration to real-world applications, including both retrofit projects and newbuilds. The company is already working on contracts signed and in progress with organizations such as Hanwha Ocean, Terox, and others.
