In Italy, Baker Hughes and Hanwha signed a Joint Development and Collaboration Agreement in Florence on February 3 to develop a small-size turbine capable of running on 100% ammonia, targeting marine and industrial applications with plans for commercial availability by 2027. The partnership will combine Baker Hughes’ small-size gas turbine technology with Hanwha’s ammonia combustion system to offer an alternative to traditional diesel and gas engines.
“Decarbonizing hard-to-abate industries and transportation is one of the most pressing but high-potential opportunities of our time,” said Alessandro Bresciani, senior vice president of Climate Technology Solutions at Baker Hughes. “We believe fuel switching to ammonia will play a key role in achieving significant emissions reductions across these sectors.”
Hanwha Ocean, one of South Korea’s largest shipbuilders, will adopt the new turbine as a propulsion system for future vessels, integrating it into its decarbonization strategy. “This collaboration marks a significant turning point in accelerating the transition to low-carbon fuel propulsion in the global maritime industries,” said James Shon, senior executive vice president at Hanwha Ocean.
A full engine test with ammonia is planned by the end of 2027. Hanwha has already completed proof-of-concept testing, while Baker Hughes finished initial feasibility studies in 2024.
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Tags: ammonia, Baker Hughes, Hanwha, Italy, South Korea
Category: Sustainable Marine Fuels
