WEBINAR – The World’s First Hydrogen Ferry: Lessons Learned

We are pleased to announce that Norled will present learnings from their development and implementation of the world's first hydrogen car and passenger ferry, MF Hydra. Please join us for an exciting online event to learn more about how this hydrogen technology can bring about a more sustainable transport sector.

MF Hydra is the world's first ferry operating on liquid hydrogen, developed and launched by Norled, a norwegian shipping company. It marks a significant milestone in green maritime technology, emphasizing Norled's commitment to innovation and sustainability. The vessel represents a major lead toward achieving zero-emission maritime transport, aligning with Norway's initiatives for reducing emissions in the transportation sector. MF Hydra's development involved collaboration with various partners and institutions to pioneer the use of liquid hydrogen as a propulsion source in the maritime industry.

About the speaker:

Ivan Østvik, Project Manager, Norled AS, is a naval architect by profession who’s worked with ship design, marine technology, and offshore wind for more than 25 years. Since 2015, he has been developing “green” ship projects in Norway, focusing on implementing sustainable and reliable zero-emission energy technologies. He is an internationally recognized expert in maritime zero-emission solutions and has been instrumental in constructing the world’s first liquid hydrogen-powered ship.