Cellula Robotics Names Neil Manning CEO
Cellula Robotics, developer of fuel cell powered autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) systems, announced it has promoted Neil Manning from corporate development officer to chief executive officer (CEO).Manning joined Cellula Robotics initially as corporate development officer, bringing with him over 30 years of experience in the submarine telecommunications, offshore wind, and oil & gas industries."Neil's appointment as CEO marks a milestone chapter in Cellula's journey," said Eric Jackson, president of Cellula Robotics Ltd. "His excellent leadership skills, combined with his
Corvus Energy Names Fredrik Witte as New CEO
Corvus Energy, a Norway-based provider of battery energy storage solutions and fuel cell systems for maritime, offshore and port applications, has appointed Fredrik Witte as the new CEO, starting January 1, 2024. Until Witte starts, CFO Mette Rokne Hanestad will serve as the Interim CEO.Witte joins from his position as the Managing Director of Cargill Aqua Nutrition. Commenting on the new appointment, Chairman of the Board, Mikael Mäkinen, said: "Corvus Energy is entering an important phase where the company will continue to build on a strong foundation and maintain its
Cellula Robotics Hires Manning as Corporate Development Officer
Canadian marine technology company Cellula Robotics Ltd. announced it has appointed Neil Manning as its new Corporate Development Officer.Manning joins the AUV systems and subsea fuel-cell power pioneer with more than 27 years in the submarine telecommunications and oil and gas industries. His primary focus has been on subsea technology and engineering solutions, where he has developed and managed business strategies based on technological advancements to solve industry challenges. Notably, he played a pivotal role in the growth of CDL, a subsea inertial sensor company, which was later acquired by
YSA Design Forms New Sustainability Division
pay a supplement for greener accommodation. In a recent project, a YSA team led by Sigurdsen and Dornelas completed extensive design work on board MSC World Europa, a modern, first-in-class, liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered vessel featuring cutting-edge sustainable technology such as a solid oxide fuel cell demonstrator and a ‘Baltic standard’ advanced wastewater system
Echandia Names Hellström as New CEO
Maritime battery and fuel-cell systems company Echandia said it has appointed Fredrik Hellström as itsnew CEO.Hellström joined Echandia as Deputy CEO in 2021. He has more than 10 years’ experience from leadership in naval design and large-scale project management, and he holds a PhD in Fluid Mechanics and a MSc in Naval Architecture.“I feel honored to be appointed as CEO of the company Magnus Eriksson founded and successfully led for many years. Echandia today has a world leading position in the development of advanced battery and fuel-cell systems for maritime and industrial
Eidesvik Offshore Names Cotgrove as New CFO
;s Finance Manager Lars Tufteland Engelsen will assume the role of interim CFO from August 1, 2022. This follows the announcement on April 8, 2022 that Tore Byberg will step down as CFO on July 30, 2022 to take up the role of CFO at Waterise AS.Emission Reduction: Eidesvik, Aker BP, Alma to Test Ammonia Fuel Cell Tech on Offshore Vessel
e1 Marine Names David Lim VP of Application Engineering
e1 Marine said it has appointed David Lim to the newly created role of vice president of application engineering. Based in Asia, David will focus on engineering efforts for e1 Marine’s marine fuel cell generators and providing product support alongside the other partner companies.Previously vice president of business development at partner company, Element 1, David Lim has an impressive background in the product and business development, and production of renewable energy products including fuel cell technology such as fuel reformers, and fuel cell system products. Within this role he also
Echandia Opens Branch Office in Norway
our presence and meet the demands on this market."Storeng said, "Cutting emissions in the maritime sector is one of the transport industry’s greatest challenges. Echandia is lowering the environmental footprint within the sector by providing world class technology in battery and fuel cell systems for maritime applications. I look forward to joining the Echandia team, and to contribute with my experience and expertise to develop Echandia’s solutions for a sustainable transport industry."
e1 Marine Names Klarup Commercial Director
of Rotterdam have recognized that our maritime future will be hydrogen-powered – and it’s time for the rest of shipping to get on board.“The cleanest, most realistic fuels for the future of shipping are hydrogen-based, and e1 Marine’s hydrogen generator, when combined with a PEM fuel cell, makes that a near-term reality. Even while running on standard methanol our hydrogen generator produces zero particulates, zero NOX, zero SOX emissions, and 28% less CO2 than a diesel generator. With future efficient carbon capture it can even become CO2 negative.&rdquo
Foreship Eyes US West Coast Cruise Business
approvals processes,” he said. “They may also not be fully aware of the full scope of our expertise across the luxury and expedition cruise ship markets, or our work on vessel performance analysis, energy saving, fuel consumption optimization, ballast water system retrofits, or battery and fuel cell technologies.”Haavisto added that Höglund’s posting also signaled Foreship’s continuing commitment to its U.S.-based operation, where the company seeks to develop young talent continuously, having hired and trained six U.S. graduates in naval architecture over the last two
Räsänen Joins Foreship
Foreship has appointed Jan-Erik Räsänen as its Head of New Technology effective from March 1, 2017. The new role expands Foreship’s energy-saving consulting services at a time when the cruise industry is considering the best way of harnessing fast-emerging hybrid, battery and fuel cell technologies. Based in Helsinki, Mr Räsänen will focus on helping owners implement energy-saving measures already developed by Foreship. He will also offer expertise on the application of digitalization, hybrid, battery and fuel cell technologies in shipping, for which he is
Pollet to Lead R&D at Coldharbour Marine
;s award winning Ballast Water Management System. Prof Pollet aims to attract enthusiastic individuals with outstanding academic capabilities in chemistry, mechanical and marine engineering and microbiology. Pollet brings to the role a range of expertise and experience in hydrogen and fuel cell technologies. Connected in both academia and commerce, Bruno was formerly Associate Director of the Birmingham Centre for Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Research. His industrial experience includes time with Samuel Banner Ltd (Banner Chemicals Group) and Johnson Matthey Fuel Cells Ltd. He gained his B
Motupally Named COO of Doosan Fuel Cell
Doosan Fuel Cell has appointed Dr. Sathya Motupally as its chief operating officer (COO), the company’s president and CEO Jeff Hyungrak Chung announced. Dr. Motupally, a 13-year industry veteran who previously served as Doosan’s vice president of research, will be the company’s first COO. “We embrace the opportunity to promote individuals within our company,” said Chung. “The COO position was created to help us to achieve our strategic company vision. Sathya’s broad business experience, which includes research and development, manufacturi
Fuel Cell Stocks Take Market on a Wild Ride
, is one of Cowen's clients, and the brokerage has received compensation from the company. The price of Plug's stock has jumped more than 900 percent since the start of 2013, though that follows a five-year streak of steep annual declines. Ballard's stock price has nearly tripled this year, while Fuel Cell shares are up 75 percent. The move hasn't been missed by short sellers. In March, prominent short-selling firm Citron Research wrote that Plug's fair value was 50 cents a share, causing a one-day plunge of 41 percent in the stock. At the end of May, short interest represented 21 percent of
