In WP1, a public Market and Stakeholder Analysis has been published (D1.1) listing relevant stakeholders and some front-runner companies in the hydrogen and ammonia-industries, such as ammonia cracking players, ammonia internal combustion engines makers, fuel cell manufactures and ammonia producers. For Preliminary Business Model (D1.2) assessment of the potential number of vessels to use ammonia as fuel has started on and ongoing. For Preliminary APOLO exploitation strategy (D.1.3) a workshop has been conducted to collect input from all partners in order to describe key exploitable results and to use these into developing an IP management and exploitation strategy. In WP2, the technical requirements for a novel ammonia-to-power system aimed at enabling efficient and flexible ammonia cracking technologies were defined. A thorough analysis of the current state-of-the-art was carried out, focusing on existing ammonia conversion systems. All the information to define in detail the physical identification of the mechanical, electrical and control interfaces of the bench to be developed was gathered, as well as the necessary conditions to be provided in its different supplies to meet the needs of the test articles in the different operating regimes defined on WP4. Experimental and modelling activities were carried out to develop a robust kinetic model for ammonia decomposition and membrane models. In WP3, Palladium based capillaries and nickel hollow fiber membranes for hydrogen separation were prepared and TUE has tested membranes and catalysts from TECNALIA and JM. JM has developed a feasible catalyst for NH3 cracking; several exhaust gas formulations have been identified and two sorbents have been produced that comply with the requirements. H2SITE has completed the construction of prototype 1, which is ready for FAT. NUVERA has defined the solution to upgrade the existing EN-125 NUVERA FC system to run with low pressure and performed detailed design activities as per the concept and validate the overall integrated FC system in NUVERA testing facilities. CORVUSFC has designed upgrades to the Pelican Fuel Cell System and parts of the new design has been purchased, assembled and tested. Construction of SoA prototype 1 was nearly completed. LEC has tested the spark-ignited combustion system to determine the impact of the energetic H2 fraction on combustion performance and exhaust gas emissions at different engine loads. For WP4, Fertiberia has prepared the connections for raw materials, auxiliaries and energies needed for the prototypes. CORVUSFC has started preparing test-site for testing of the CORVUSFC prototype. In WP5, the technical scope, functional unit, the system boundaries, the process model, and different production routes are defined for LCA (task 5.1) and LCC (task 5.2). The inventory and data collection for different processes are in progress. The inventory data for the cradle to gate assessment and environmental impact and cost assessment for LCA and LCC are performed. Major policies at global and regional levels that can have an influence adoption of APOLO concept are analysed. In WP6, activities have been aligned with the project's Dissemination and Communication Plan, ensuring strong visibility and engagement across diverse audiences. Core tools such as the project website, social media (LinkedIn), periodic newsletters, and public-facing videos have been used effectively to communicate the project’s objectives, developments, and outcomes. All efforts aim to enhance stakeholder engagement, increase the project’s societal and market relevance, and contribute to the shared goals of the Zero Emission Waterborne Transport (ZEWT) partnership. In WP7, an internal communication tool was created and common procedures and working and reporting tools for the project including different templates for administrative, technical follow up were also defined. The following up and updating the project indicators (Gantt chart, man-power matrix, deliverables list, risks) are ongoing. Official meetings are organised and minutes are drafted to follow up with actions and decisions. The Quality Management Plan and Data Management Plan (Milestones 21 and 22) are drafted and approved by the consortium. An amendment with European Commission was also initiated, followed and finalised in this period.
