The German International Cooperation Society (GIZ), Neuman & Esser South East Asia (NEA SEA), and France-based HDF Energy have signed a public-private partnership (PPP) to decarbonise Indonesia’s inter-island ferry fleet and support the growth of the country’s green hydrogen ecosystem. The initiative is part of the International Hydrogen Ramp-up Program (H2Uppp), commissioned by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE).
The partnership will explore technical and economic pathways for hybrid hydrogen-powered ferries, assessing vessel design, hydrogen supply infrastructure, regulatory frameworks, and viable business models for large-scale deployment in Indonesia’s maritime transport sector. The study will begin soon, with results expected in 2026, guiding potential pilot projects and investment partnerships.
