Eidesvik Offshore signs yard contract for ammonia retrofit of PSV Viking Energy
Eidesvik Offshore has signed an agreement with Halsnøy Dokk for the conversion of the platform supply vessel Viking Energy to ammonia-powered operations. The contract marks a decisive step in the Apollo project and moves the world’s first ammonia-powered offshore vessel into the execution phase.
Building the foundations for ammonia bunkering
Ammonia bunkering is steadily moving from concept toward practical implementation, and the choices made today will shape how safely and efficiently ammonia can be used in operation. This was a […]
𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 — 𝐀𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐕𝐚𝐚𝐬𝐚
At Wärtsilä’s test site in Vaasa, the Apollo Ammonia Project reached a defining moment. Partners gathered around the newly unveiled ammonia engine that will soon power Viking Energy, the first offshore vessel in the world to run on ammonia.
Could reach up to 90% GHG Reduction: Apollo Project Moves Closer to Realizing Zero-Emission Shipping
The Engine which will be used in the Apollo project, delivers higher than ever levels of efficiency and performance.
Expert advice: How to deal safely with ammonia fuel on board ships
Ammonia is a serious contender in the race to decarbonise shipping—and the new Safety Essentials eGuide from Wärtsilä, a key partner in the Apollo Project, is here to help you navigate the transition safely.
Live Podcast Sheds Light on the Apollo Project
A live podcast recording at this year’s Energy House Day offered listeners an in-depth look at one of the most ambitious maritime decarbonisation initiatives in Europe — the Apollo Ammonia Project.
Apollo makes waves at European Hydrogen Week
Apollo made a strong impression at European Hydrogen Week in Brussels, as its plan to accelerate the use of ammonia in shipping garnered significant attention. Organized by Hydrogen Europe, the […]
Green Ammonia for the Maritime Market – Seminar Summary
Herøya, Norway – In September 2024, Yara’s ammonia plant in Herøya hosted an influential seminar focused on the emerging role of green ammonia as a sustainable fuel alternative for the […]
Game-Changer for Sustainable Shipping: World’s First Ammonia-powered PSV
Shipowner Eidesvik Offshore and partners will make “Viking Energy” the world’s first ammonia-powered platform supply vessel. In 2026, the vessel will operate on ammonia for Equinor, reducing GHG emissions by […]
Ammonia Handling and Bunkering Workshop
When can we expect green ammonia to be ready and available for the maritime market? And how do we secure safe handling, all the way from production to bunkering and consumption? […]