LR approves Amogy’s ammonia cracking technology

According to the company, Amogy has developed an ammonia-to-electrical power system that splits, or “cracks,” liquid ammonia into its base elements of hydrogen and nitrogen, which then funnels the hydrogen into a fuel cell, generating high-performance power at five times the energy density of lithium batteries. 

LR’s Technology Qualification process is a three-stage process, consisting of Verification, Validation, and a Performance Review, for assessing the components of novel technologies in terms of their technology maturity and associated risks. Development and approval of the TQP is a part of the Validation phase and the feasibility statement confirms that a concept is capable of being developed into a viable technology.

Amogy recently completed the Technology Verification phase with LR and, upon receipt of this Statement of Feasibility, will now begin to execute the component testing as outlined in the TQP.

As we advance through LR’s rigorous Technology Qualification process, we remain steadfast in our commitment to provide innovative, sustainable solutions that reshape the future of clean energy for maritime shipping.

… said Seonghoon Woo, CEO of Amogy

LR and Amogy have worked together over a number of years, most recently with technology verification to confirm the suitability of the core components for Amogy’s ammonia-to-electrical power system to operate in defined maritime environments. Prior to this, the system was awarded approval in principle in 2022.

Future fuels are vital for the maritime industry to reach the IMO’s 2050 net-zero emission targets. For many, the differences between the energy density of new fuels and existing fuels presents potential logistical complexities for shipping but the pioneering technology of Amogy could overcome some of these challenges. 

… commented Chris Pfisterer, VP Commercial, Americas at LR