On the morning of May 18, 2026, China's first 64 TEU hydrogen fuel cell powered container ship, the "Dongfang Hydrogen Port," officially set sail from the second phase of the Zhapu Port Area in Jiaxing Port, heading towards the Xiasha Comprehensive Operation Area of Hangzhou Port and entering commercial operation on the "Zhapu to Xiasha" route. This marks a breakthrough in the zero application of hydrogen fuel cell powered ships in China's inland rivers.

Carrying 64 TEUs with a range of 380 kilometers

The ship has a total length of 64.5 meters and a cargo capacity of 64 TEUs, approximately 1450 tons. It is equipped with two sets of Guohong Hydrogen Energy Honghan C240 marine hydrogen fuel cell systems, each with a rated power of 240 kilowatts, making it the largest single system of marine hydrogen fuel cells in China. The hydrogen storage capacity reaches 550 kilograms, the endurance is 380 kilometers, and the ship has zero fuel consumption and zero pollutant emissions throughout the entire journey.

Reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 700 tons annually

Compared to traditional fuel powered ships, the "Dongfang Hydrogen Port" can reduce carbon dioxide emissions by about 700 tons per year and sail almost quietly. The project pioneered the zero carbon shipping business model of "hydrogen powered ships with fixed routes and supporting hydrogen refueling", promoting the transition of hydrogen energy from demonstration applications to commercial operations in the field of water transportation. Keywords: Construction machinery、Infrastructure News

Complete technical breakthroughs by May 2026

The ship is designed and equipped with a complete hydrogen power system by Hai Qing Energy Ship, and constructed by Zhejiang Hedong Shipbuilding Industry. Obtained China Classification Society's classification certificate in December 2025 and completed remote sea trials in March 2026. This maiden voyage fully verified the practical technological achievements of the core power system of hydrogen powered ships.Editor/Gao Xue