Feadship’s Breakthrough: The World’s First Yacht Powered by Pure Green Hydrogen

by | Jun 26, 2025

In a remarkable leap towards sustainable maritime innovation, Dutch yacht builder Feadship has unveiled Breakthrough, the world’s first superyacht powered entirely by pure green hydrogen.

As part of Feadship’s bold pledge to achieve “net zero” yachts by 2030, Breakthrough represents a defining moment for the yachting industry and a significant step in the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future at sea.

Earlier this month, Breakthrough made headlines yet again by becoming the first vessel in the Netherlands to receive liquid hydrogen bunkering, a groundbreaking milestone not only for Feadship but for maritime fuel infrastructure across Europe.

Pioneering Green Innovation

At the heart of Breakthrough is an advanced propulsion system powered solely by green hydrogen, stored in liquid form and used in fuel cells to generate electricity with zero harmful emissions. Unlike conventional diesel or hybrid systems, this trailblazing technology produces only water vapour as a byproduct, eliminating carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases from the vessel’s operations entirely.

Green hydrogen, produced using renewable energy sources like wind or solar power to electrolyse water, ensures that the yacht’s energy supply is both clean and sustainable from start to finish.

A Vision Realised

Feadship’s commitment to environmental responsibility has been clear for some time, with the company’s ambitious roadmap to launch net-zero superyachts by 2030. Breakthrough is the first tangible proof of that commitment in action, showcasing what is now possible when innovation, engineering excellence, and environmental stewardship align.
“This is more than a yacht, it’s a signal to the world that clean energy at sea is not only possible but already here,” a Feadship spokesperson commented.

Liquid Hydrogen Bunkering: A First for the Netherlands

To operate Breakthrough safely and efficiently, Feadship partnered with specialists in hydrogen infrastructure to develop a dedicated liquid hydrogen bunkering solution. Earlier in June, the yacht successfully completed the Netherlands’ first-ever liquid hydrogen bunkering process, setting a precedent for future vessels and paving the way for the development of a robust hydrogen refuelling network in the region.
This event marked a key logistical and regulatory achievement, demonstrating that large-scale hydrogen fuelling can be executed safely in maritime environments, a critical factor in scaling up green hydrogen adoption across the sector.

Shaping the Future of Yachting

With Breakthrough, Feadship has raised the bar for what is technically and environmentally possible in yacht design. The vessel is a floating proof of concept that luxury, performance, and sustainability can coexist without compromise.

As climate change continues to demand urgent action, pioneering projects like Breakthrough will play a vital role in reshaping industries traditionally viewed as difficult to decarbonise. Feadship’s achievement is not just a win for yachting; it’s a step forward for the global marine industry.

For those watching the future of sustainable design and engineering, Breakthrough is aptly named,  a true breakthrough in every sense.

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