en.Wedoany.com Reported - RINA, a classification, certification, and engineering consultancy, and energy technology company Baker Hughes announced today that the latter's NovaLT™16 gas turbine technology has received a Type Approval Certificate from RINA. The technology is specifically developed for marine propulsion applications using natural gas and up to 100% hydrogen.
The certification was announced at the Posidonia 2026 International Shipping Exhibition in Athens, Greece. This milestone marks a key advancement in the collaboration between the two parties on the application of advanced gas turbine technology in the maritime sector. As shipowners seek viable decarbonization solutions to navigate evolving regulatory frameworks, RINA and Baker Hughes continue to expand this partnership.
Giosuè Vezzuto, Executive Vice President of Marine at RINA, stated: "This certification highlights the value of early collaboration between technology developers and classification societies when introducing innovation to the maritime sector. By supporting the evaluation of the NovaLT™ turbine, we help ensure that the relevant solutions meet safety, performance, and regulatory expectations." Ahmed Eldemerdash, Vice President of Climate Technology Solutions at Baker Hughes, stated: "Decarbonizing maritime transport requires solutions that deliver current performance while maintaining future flexibility, without compromising reliability or safety. With RINA issuing the Type Approval for the NovaLT™16 turbine, we are advancing a proven, fuel-flexible platform ready for real-world marine applications. This milestone reflects our philosophy of 'Rewriting the Energy Equation™'—applying proven technologies in new ways to help customers balance energy security, affordability, and sustainability."
The NovaLT™ gas turbine series was originally developed for industrial power generation applications, combining a compact design, high efficiency, and operational flexibility. The technology offers a power range of 12 to 17 megawatts in simple cycle and up to 22 megawatts in combined cycle applications, with high availability and extended maintenance intervals of up to 35,000 hours. Through a dedicated marine validation process, the NovaLT™16 technology meets the specific requirements for onboard installation and operation, complying with maritime regulations and enabling seamless integration into ship systems.
As the maritime sector accelerates its transition to alternative fuels, gas turbines are gaining attention due to their high power density, operational flexibility, and ability to support new propulsion architectures, including electric and hybrid power systems. These systems can reduce carbon dioxide emissions, particularly when compared to traditional two-stroke and four-stroke diesel engines. Baker Hughes' NovaLT™ turbine technology is designed for natural gas operation and further enhanced to support multiple fuels, including low/zero-carbon fuels such as 100% hydrogen, making it a key enabler for long-term maritime decarbonization.
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