EDGE and DNV join forces on 20,000 cbm liquid hydrogen carrier for European waters

Norwegian maritime player EDGE Navigation and compatriot classification society DNV have signed an agreement to jointly develop a classification framework for a 20,000 cbm ocean-going liquid hydrogen (LH2) carrier.

The vessel, currently under development by EDGE in collaboration with its chosen shipyard, will reportedly be designed for near-sea LH2 transport routes around Europe. As informed, it will be powered by zero-emission hydrogen propulsion to enable operations aligned with renewable energy supply chain requirements.

It is understood that under the agreement, EDGE will provide operational requirements as well as technical input for the vessel, leading the concept and basic design development, while DNV will assess the deliverables for vessel classification in accordance with its rules and standards.

According to EDGE, the agreement aims to unlock the potential of LH2 ocean transportation and accelerate the commercial deployment of hydrogen zero-emission propulsion systems. Furthermore, it is claimed to support the delivery of renewable energy to European and global markets, facilitating decarbonization in hard-to-abate industries by replacing grey hydrogen with green hydrogen produced from renewable, non-biological sources.

Jakob Tolstrup-Møller, CEO of EDGE Navigation, commented: “It