Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore (BV) has granted Approval in Principle (AiP) to SECO MARINE, a FETIS GROUP company, for its compressed hydrogen storage system, marking a key milestone in advancing hydrogen-powered maritime solutions. The approved system is uniquely designed for integration within confined underdeck spaces on vessels, expanding design flexibility for low-emission shipbuilding.

This innovative hydrogen storage solution, based on Type 4 compressed gas tanks, is intended to power marine fuel cells and complies with BV s NR678 rule note governing hydrogen-fueled ships. The AiP validates the system's technical feasibility and safety, providing a robust framework for future commercialization.

The system's compact design was achieved through a dedicated R&D initiative, which developed patented safety-critical components optimized for the harsh maritime environment. These innovations support safe hydrogen deployment without compromising vessel performance or layout efficiency.

Benoit Perrot, SECO MARINE s Leader for Marine Hydrogen Projects, expressed appreciation for the collaboration across teams and partners and acknowledged key support from France 2030 and the Pays de la Loire Region, which played a crucial role in enabling the technology s progress.

This AiP reinforces SECO MARINE s role in supporting the maritime energy transition and accelerates the pathway toward sustainable hydrogen-powered vessels.

Source: marine-offshore.bureauveritas.com