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Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd., is pleased to announce that its group company, Yanmar Power Technology Co., Ltd., has been awarded in the Product Design category of the Red Dot Design Award 2025 for its maritime hydrogen fuel cell system, the GH240FC. The Red Dot Design Award, established in 1955 by Germany’s Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen, is one of the world’s most prestigious design competitions. The GH240FC The GH240FC features a streamlined form with minimal external protrusions Commercialised in 2023, the GH240FC features a streamlined form with minimal external protrusions to enhance both aesthetic appeal and ease of maintenance. To stand out in the clean energy sector — where white is often the dominant colour — the unit uses “Yanmar Premium Red,” the company’s brand color. The bold “H2” mark on the front clearly communicates its role as a next-generation power system. The Red Dot Design Award evaluates entries across three categories: product design, brands & communication design, and design concepts. The product design category, which the GH240FC won, is among the largest and most competitive globally. Winners are selected by an international panel of design experts who judge entries based on innovation, functionality, and sustainability. Decarbonisation and other features The GH240FC was recognised not only for its contribution to decarbonisation but also for enhancing the value of maritime vessels through improved safety, reduced noise and vibration, and overall performance. The system also won a Good Design Award in 2024, further validating its excellence in both functionality and design. Yanmar Group remains committed to integrating advanced technology and thoughtful design to deliver new value to society and industry.

Yanmar Power Technology Co., Ltd. (Yanmar PT), a subsidiary of Yanmar Holdings, has received an Approval in Principle (AiP) for its GH320FC Maritime Hydrogen Fuel Cell System from the classification society, DNV. The GH320FC is designed as a next-generation power source for marine applications with an innovative design that facilitates easy installation on various types of vessels. The system also allows for multiple units to be connected in parallel and offers flexibility in the number of hydrogen fuel cell modules, enabling it to meet diverse power requirements across different ship types and operations. GH320FC Maritime Hydrogen Fuel Cell System “We are excited about this new milestone in meeting our customers’ needs for sustainable clean energy solutions in the marine sector,” said Eric Tigelaar, Department Manager of the Commercial Marine Department at Yanmar Europe. Eric Tigelaar adds, “Our hydrogen fuel cell system is particularly well suited for applications, such as coastal passenger ferries, inland waterway cargo vessels, port service vessels and operations in low or zero emission zones across Europe.” Masaru Hirose, Director and General Manager of Large Power Products Business at Yanmar Power Technology Co., Ltd, stated: “This is a significant milestone in bringing our hydrogen fuel cell solutions to European customers. Drawing on our experience with previous installations, such as the hydrogen fuel cell system being used on a coastal passenger ferry currently in commercial operation in Japan, we believe our solutions can help the customers to achieve their decarbonisation goals.” Maritime industry pushes towards decarbonisation Olaf Drews, Head of Engines & Pressurised Equipment at DNV Maritime, remarked: “As the maritime industry pushes forward towards decarbonisation, we need to examine every option that offers full zero-emission operations. And fuel cells in combination with clean renewably produced fuels are a highly efficient and scalable power solution to meet this challenge.” Olaf Drews adds, “DNV is very pleased to award this AiP to Yanmar and to partner with such a future focused company to help set the stage for shipping’s next generation of vessels. We look forward to building on this great cooperation, working together to safely realise the benefits of this innovative technology for the maritime industry.”

Amogy, a provider of mature, scalable, and efficient ammonia-to-power solutions, announced that it raised $56 million in venture financing, bringing the total raised since inception to more than $270 million. The round was co-led by existing investor - Aramco Ventures and new investor - SV Investment.  Additional new investors Additional new investors participating in the round include Samsung Heavy Industries, BHP Ventures, Hanwha Investment & Securities, AFW Partners, Quantum Ventures Korea, Kibo Invest, and Seoul IP, along with existing investors Temasek, MOL Switch, Yanmar Ventures, AP Ventures, and Marunouchi Innovation Partners.  This financing follows the latest successful demonstration of Amogy’s ammonia-to-electrical power system, where it sailed the world’s first carbon-free, ammonia-powered maritime vessel in September 2024. High-performance power Amogy’s patented ammonia-powered system splits, or “cracks,” ammonia into its base elements In earlier demonstrations, the company successfully used its technology to power an aerial drone, commercial farm tractor, and semi-truck. Amogy’s patented ammonia-powered system splits, or “cracks,” ammonia into its base elements of hydrogen and nitrogen. The hydrogen is then funneled into a hydrogen-to-power system, either an integrated fuel cell or hydrogen engine, generating high-performance power with zero carbon emissions.  Safe, viable, and effective solution "Since our founding just four years ago we’ve been on a rapid trajectory to bring our innovative ammonia-to-power technology to hard-to-abate sectors like maritime and power," said Seonghoon Woo, CEO and Co-Founder of Amogy. He adds, "The latest technical demonstration — the successful sailing of the NH3 Kraken, our ammonia-powered tugboat — showcased that Amogy’s technology is a safe, viable, and effective solution for achieving decarbonisation goals in heavy industries." Ammonia-powered technology  Seonghoon Woo continues, "On the heels of this monumental achievement, we’re especially invigorated by the strong validation we’re receiving from premier investors representing a mix of industries who are supporting our rapid push towards commercialisation."  "The Amogy team has demonstrated exceptional progress in developing their ammonia-powered technology through a systematic and highly effective approach," said Ilyong Choi, Executive Vice President of SV Investment. Commitment to commercialisation Ilyong Choi adds, "Their unwavering commitment to commercialisation, coupled with a deep focus on research and development has instilled confidence among partners in the viability and adaptability of their solutions for diverse customer needs." Ilyong Choi further states, "Amogy’s strategic execution plan is set to bring their technology to the forefront of distributed generation and maritime applications, with impactful deployment expected at the right sites and timelines by 2026."  Sustainability strategy "Amogy's novel catalyst and reformer technology enables ammonia cracking at a significantly lower temperature and operating footprint, unlocking transportation use cases that were previously not operationally or economically feasible," said Laurel Buckner, Vice President of Ventures at BHP. Laurel Buckner adds, "With our investment, BHP Ventures deepens its commitment to technologies that drive innovation, reduce emissions, and support BHP’s broader sustainability strategy." Commercialising technology in key markets With this latest financing, the company will accelerate commercialising its technology in key markets, including maritime shipping and stationary power generation and will continue strengthening its research and development efforts and manufacturing capabilities.