DNV Certifies Yanmar's Hydrogen Fuel Cell System

The classification society DNV has granted Yanmar Power Solutions, a subsidiary of Yanmar Holdings, type approval (TA) for its maritime hydrogen fuel cell system.

This certification represents a significant milestone in the global commercialization and deployment of hydrogen fuel cell technology for marine applications.

Masaru Hirose, President and Representative Director of Yanmar Power Solutions, stated, "Obtaining DNV type approval represents a significant milestone on our journey to bring hydrogen-powered solutions to the maritime market. Leveraging our operational experience in Japan, our goal is to support customers worldwide in their transition to zero-emission operations and achieve sustainable maritime transport."

Olaf Drews, Director of Engines & Pressurized Equipment at DNV Maritime, commented, "We are extremely pleased to continue our collaboration with Yanmar and grant them this new type certification for their GH-FC series. Each advancement demonstrates the growing maturity of hydrogen fuel cell technology and continues to build market confidence, as well as evidencing its suitability for broader commercial applications. At DNV, we are pleased to continue supporting innovative solutions that contribute to accelerating the transition to zero-emission shipping."

This approval confirms that the GH-FC series complies with DNV's leading industry standards and guidelines, enabling shipyards, system integrators, and vessel operators to adopt the technology with greater confidence and a reduced certification burden for future projects.