Activities of Kawasaki Heavy Industries for Realization of International Hydrogen Supply Chain, and Contribution to Decarbonization

Key Points

• This research aims to explore Kawasaki Heavy Industries' initiatives for developing a global hydrogen supply chain.
• Developed technologies for hydrogen production, transportation, and utilization.
• Initiated pilot demonstrations for international hydrogen supply chain in 2020.
• Conducted proofs of concept for liquefied hydrogen sea transport and ship-to-shore loading.
• Demonstrated successful liquefied hydrogen transportation via sea, marking a world first.
• Established effective land and marine loading methods for hydrogen transfer in the supply chain.