Japanese set out to develop engines for tomorrow’s alternative fuel mix

Japanese set out to develop engines for tomorrow’s alternative fuel mix

Splash247.com — 2023-04-06

Maritime and Ports

Japan Engine Corporation (J-ENG) has set out to work with compatriot Akasaka Diesels to develop hydrogen and ammonia ship engines. The pair have received funding from the Green Innovation Fund project by Tokyo-based New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO).

Japanese shipping lines and shipbuilders are among the world leaders in the development of ships and required infrastructure for ammonia and hydrogen.