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The ZEAS ferry will be specifically designed to operate in the Adriatic Sea, which is known for its pristine environment and sensitive marine ecosystems.

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The ZEAS (Zero Emission Adriatic Ship) project aims to modernize maritime industry with a hydrogen-powered ferry, setting a new standard for sustainability in the Adriatic Sea. Running from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2027, this four-year initiative will construct a climate-neutral ferry designed to reduce emissions and protect the marine environment.

Key components include an onshore hydrogen refueling station and a digital twin system for managing and monitoring the ship’s propulsion, ensuring safe and efficient operation. Coordinated by Lürssen Design Center Kvarner, ZEAS unites 14 partners from 7 countries, with a project budget of €18.9 million, of which €13.5 million is EU-funded under the Horizon Europe program.

The Croatian partners are joined by organizations from Austria, Greece, Norway, Germany, Slovenia, and Spain, each contributing expertise to this eco-innovation. By reducing reliance on diesel engines, ZEAS represents a significant shift toward alternative fuels, advancing green technology and demonstrating zero-emission operations for the Adriatic’s unique ecosystem.

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The Hydrogen Ecosystem North Adriatic Conference - Zeas

The Hydrogen Ecosystem North Adriatic Conference

The Hydrogen Ecosystem North Adriatic Conference, held on November 13-14, 2024, in Nova Gorica, Slovenia, and Gorizia, Italy, brought together key stakeholders to foster innovation and collaboration in renewable hydrogen technologies. This annual event focuses on tackling challenges like climate change, resource depletion, and biodiversity loss, aligning with the EU Green Deal targets. The conference […]

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ZEAS project presented at the 9th EUSAIR Forum: Pioneering Green Maritime Innovation - Zeas

ZEAS project presented at the 9th EUSAIR Forum: Pioneering Green Maritime Innovation

The 9th EUSAIR Forum, held on May 15–16, 2024, in Šibenik, Croatia, served as a vital platform for stakeholders from the Adriatic-Ionian region to discuss sustainable development. Ana Odak, board member of Gitone Kvarner and President of MARINN – Maritime Innovation Cluster, presented the ZEAS project during the Pillar 1 session: Towards a sustainable, human-centric, […]

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ZEAS project presented at “New Era of Transport” conference - Zeas

ZEAS project presented at “New Era of Transport” conference

On October 8, 2024, the 5th Forum on Vehicles with Alternative Drives and Solutions for a Sustainable Development in Transport took place at the Antunović Congress Centre in Zagreb. The event gathered industry leaders, policymakers, and researchers to discuss key challenges in transport decarbonization and explore innovative solutions driving the green transition. Professor Emeritus Frano […]

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Partners

Lürssen Design Center Kvarner from Rijeka together with 13 other partners from Austria, Greece, Croatia, Norway, Germany, Slovenia and Spain, will design and develop a hydrogen-powered ferry that will operate in the Adriatic Sea.

The goal is to modernize maritime industry with a hydrogen-powered ferry, setting  new standard for sustainability in the Adriatic Sea.

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