Cannes launch for new Hynova 42

Hynova, the French builder of hydrogen-powered yachts, showed off the follow up to its New Era Hynova 40 demonstrator which has recently been on a road trip by sea to promote the technology, from Marseille to Monaco – with the unveiling to press on the opening day of the Cannes boat show last week, of a scale model of its new Hynova 42. Designed by Hynova founder and president, Chloé Zaied, the 42 is claimed to be the first model to be produced in series using hydrogen stored on board, to navigate without emitting CO2, NOx gases, noise pollution, odours, or risk of hydrogen leakage.

The new Hynova 42

With a capacity for 12 passengers the 42 will be equipped with the REXH2 (Range Extender Hydrogen) from EODev.

EODev’s generation 2 electro-hydrogen solution REXH2 delivers 70kW, combined with 44kWh batteries (the number of which depends on the requested configuration). A silent, zero emissions power generator, the REXH2 uses PEM fuel cell technology with hydrogen and only ejects water and heat.

The 42 model will be available in 3 ranges – Sport, offering more performance; Explorer with greater autonomy; and Unique, which features luxury finishes.

The New Era Hynova 40 demonstrator achieved an autonomy of 8 hours at a speed of 12kts – it can reach a maximum speed of 26kts – using three hydrogen cylinders and three batteries. It recharges in a few minutes when back at port.

Zaied, a professional skipper, founded Hynova in early 2020. Tender assembly is carried out at La Ciotat Shipyards.