Students from Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands, known as TU Delft, will attempt to cross the North Sea, a distance of 248.5 miles, in a hydrogen-powered foiling boat they designed and constructed.
The 23-person team, Hydro Motion, is supported by Dometic, which is providing the EA 3300 electronic steering system for the boat, which eliminates hydraulic fluids, cylinders, pumps and hoses. Compared to a hydraulic steering system, the electronic steering system conserves 85 percent of electrical power and is 55 percent lighter.
“We are delighted to play a role in helping to drive the marine industry towards a more sustainable future,” said Dometic marine segment president Eric Fetchko. “We pride ourselves in making innovative, durable and low-carbon products, which significantly reduce environmental impact across product life cycles. We have been very impressed by the ingenuity and forward-thinking mindset of the TU Delft Hydro Motion Team and can’t wait to watch them in their record-breaking attempt.”
Team Hydro Motion’s vessel is a 26-foot monohull that cruises at 25 knots. The team hopes to complete the crossing in one day. In 2023, the TU Delft team won the Open Sea Class of the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge. Tempest
“We are determined to compel companies and governments around the world to amend their legislation, mandating the inclusion of hydrogen-powered vessels and the development of additional infrastructure crucial for the green energy transition,” said Mick Polack, driveline and steering engineer for the Hydro Motion Team.
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