About
Founded in 2018, Genevos is a private headquartered in La Rochelle, France with approximately 10-50 employees specializing in Hydrogen.
Genevos designs and deploys fuel cell power systems for maritime decarbonization. The company integrates both PEM (Proton Exchange Membrane) fuel cells for fast start-up applications like ferries and workboats, and SOFC (Solid Oxide Fuel Cells) for high-efficiency, long-duration operations on larger vessels. Products are fuel-agnostic, supporting hydrogen, LNG, methanol, and synthetic fuels. The company has achieved multiple maritime classifications and approvals, including Approval in Principle (AiP) from Lloyd's Register and Bureau Veritas. Genevos has been involved in high-profile projects including supplying hydrogen fuel cell systems for the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli America's Cup challenger and a hydrogen-powered waste collection vessel for the Port of Klaipėda.
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Products (3)
HPM-40
HPM-250
XPM-100
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La Rochelle, France
Projects
6Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Hydrogen Support Vessel
Zero-Emissions Waste Collection Vessel
Hydrogen Retrofit Passenger Vessel
HELENUS Project
MARINER Project
H2-SEAS Hydrogen Fishing Vessel Demonstrator
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Approval in Principle (AiP)
Approval in Principle (AiP) Level 2
Solar Impulse Efficient Solution Label
Awards
Environmental Achievement of the Year in Propulsion System Design
Marine Industry Supplier of the Year
Electric and Hybrid Hydrogen Breakthrough Technology of the Year Award
Electric and Hybrid Hydrogen Breakthrough Technology of the Year Award
Monaco Prize for Innovation in Renewable Hydrogen and Transportation
Electric and Hybrid Propulsion System of the Year Award
Maritime Innovation Trophy
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HELENUS Consortium, MARINER Project, H2-SEAS Consortium, NatPower-H
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published by the company2025
Winner of two Electric and Hybrid Marine Expo Awards: the 'Environmental Achievement of the Year in Propulsion System Design', and the 'Marine Industry Supplier of the Year'. Read more here.
2024
- - New Region Nouvelle-Aquitaine ‘Start-up Innovation’ grant to accelerate industrialisation of HPM-40. - Winner of Electric and Hybrid Hydrogen Breakthrough Technology of the Year Award. Read more here. - Launch of HPM-250 kW high power solution for clean maritime with level 2 Approval in Principle (AiP) from classification society Bureau Veritas. Read more here. - Awarded European Commission funding for hydrogen fishing vessel demonstrator in ‘H2-SEAS’ consortium. Read more here.
2023
- €2.5m seed fund-raise to accelerate commercial roll-out. The raise included funding from Impact Ocean Capital, a fund managed by GO Capital, and non-dilutive financing. Read more here. - ‘OceansLab – Cleantech Accelerator’, Breteche, and Terega Solutions, Genevos achieves one of the world’s first green hydrogen refuellings on a boat – a foiling IMOCA, skippered by Co-Founder Mr Philip Sharp. Read more here. - Approval in Principle (AiP) awarded for the complete hydrogen energy system installation on board the IMOCA. The approval was provided by Lloyds Register (“LR”), a leading provider of classification and global services in marine engineering and technology. Read more here. - Winner of Electric and Hybrid Hydrogen Breakthrough Technology of the Year Award. Read more here. - Preliminary studies commence on a high power fuel cell power system.
2022
- Winner of Monaco Prize for Innovation in Renewable Hydrogen and Transportation. Read more here. - Winner of Electric and Hybrid Propulsion System of the Year Award. Read more here. - New Region Nouvelle-Aquitaine ‘Start-up Innovation’ grant to accelerate R&D of 80 kW marine fuel cell.
2021
- First world-wide AiP (Approval in Principle) for their product range of fully-integrated marine fuel cells (15 kW – 40 kW). Read more here. - Winner of UK Government funded project to supply a 15kW marine fuel cell to EMEC (European Marine Energy Centre). Read more here. - The Communauté d’Agglomération de La Rochelle welcomes Genevos in a low-carbon centre at Atlantech, Lagord, the first European carbon cooperative, which produces green hydrogen and is part of the ‘La Rochelle, zero carbon territory’ initiative.
2020
- Region Nouvelle-Aquitaine ‘Start-up Innovation’ grant to accelerate R&D of marine fuel cell prototype; - HPM prototype accredited with the ‘Solar Impulse Efficient Solution Label’, officially recognising the product as a clean and profitable solution with a positive impact on environment and quality of life. Read more here. - Winner of Sud-Ouest Region Nouvelle-Aquitaine Maritime Innovation Trophy. Read more here.
What is a marine fuel cell and how does it work?
A marine fuel cell is a clean power system that converts hydrogen (or other fuels) into electricity to drive a vessel’s propulsion or onboard systems. Unlike conventional engines, fuel cells produce electricity silently, efficiently, and with zero emissions at the point of use.
What types of fuel cells does Genevos integrate?
We integrate both PEM (Proton Exchange Membrane) and SOFC (Solid Oxide Fuel Cells), each optimized for different marine applications: - PEM: Fast start-up, ideal for ferries, workboats, and hybrid systems. - SOFC: High efficiency and longer duration, perfect for large ships and continuous operations.
What are the main benefits of using fuel cells on ships?
- Zero emissions: No NOx, SOx, or particulate matter; only water vapor (for hydrogen). - Quiet operation: Low vibration, improving crew comfort and passenger experience. - High efficiency: Converts fuel to electricity efficiently, reducing fuel costs over time. - Flexible integration: Can be combined with batteries, hybrid systems, or renewable energy sources.
Can fuel cells be retrofitted on existing vessels?
- Yes. We specialize in both new builds and retrofits. Our engineers design custom integration solutions that fit the vessel’s size, propulsion system, and operational profile while minimizing downtime.
How scalable are marine fuel cell systems?
Our systems are modular and flexible: - Small vessels: 30–200 kW (HPM-40) - Medium vessels: 250–multi MW (HPM-250) - Large ships: 500 kW–several MW (XPM-100) Modules can be stacked or combined to match vessel power requirements.
What fuels do our systems use?
- PEM: Pure hydrogen (compressed or liquid) - SOFC: LNG, methanol, hydrogen, methane, or other synthetic fuels