Hydrogel for maritime fire protection

The maritime industry is increasingly confronted with fire risks related to lithium-ion batteries and alternative energy systems. The growing use of electric and hybrid propulsion, onboard battery storage, charging systems, and electric port equipment creates new safety challenges for ships, ports, offshore platforms, and maritime logistics.

Lithium-ion battery fires onboard vessels are particularly dangerous due to confined spaces, limited evacuation possibilities, rapid fire escalation, and the release of toxic and flammable gases.

Advanced maritime fire suppression

Hydrogel offers a highly effective fire suppression solution for maritime applications. Its advanced cooling and thermal isolation properties rapidly suppress lithium-ion battery fires, control thermal runaway, and help prevent re-ignition.

Maritime applications

Hydrogel can be applied in:

• Electric and hybrid vessels
• Battery rooms and onboard energy storage systems
• Maritime charging stations
• Container and cargo fire protection
• Mobile firefighting and emergency response systems
• Port and offshore installations

Compatible with existing fire systems

Hydrogel is compatible with all water-based fire suppression systems and fully interchangeable with water, allowing simple integration into existing maritime firefighting infrastructure.

Because Hydrogel adheres to hot surfaces longer than water alone, significantly less extinguishing agent is required. This improves firefighting efficiency while reducing contaminated runoff water and minimizing environmental pollution, an important benefit for sensitive marine environments.

As the maritime sector continues its transition toward electrification and sustainable energy systems, Hydrogel provides a future-proof fire safety solution for protecting crews, vessels, ports, cargo, and the environment.