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SFC Energy and Polaris Government and Defense are cooperating to equip NATO and allied forces with advanced fuel cell-powered vehicles.

Polaris has introduced a tactical vehicle that can optionally be equipped with the Emily 3000 as an integrated power supply.(Image: SFC Energy AG)
Polaris has introduced a tactical vehicle that can optionally be equipped with the Emily 3000 as an integrated power supply.
(Image: SFC Energy AG)

The company SFC Energy AG offers fuel cells for stationary, portable, and mobile hybrid power solutions. During the Special Operations Forces Week in Tampa, Florida, USA, the company announced its collaboration with Polaris Government and Defense ("Polaris"). Polaris presented a highly mobile tactical vehicle, which can optionally be equipped with an SFC fuel cell as an integrated power supply. This equipment is specifically offered to NATO and its allied defense organizations.

In the MRZR vehicle platform by Polaris, the Emily 3000 fuel cell model provides the power. The system, which is based on methanol fuel cells, can power radios, surveillance systems, drone equipment, sensors, and other electronic devices—without the need for the vehicle's engine to run. This allows for longer operation times while maintaining stealth and reducing thermal as well as acoustic signatures.

According to the manufacturer, the fuel cell is suitable for reliable and autonomous power supply for a variety of electronic and communication systems. Weighing 26 pounds, it enhances the performance of light tactical vehicles without impairing their mobility. Its high energy density allows for longer operation times and reduces the need for refueling during extended missions. One of its most important advantages is the nearly silent operation, which generates minimal acoustic and thermal signatures, making it particularly well-suited for covert operations.

Polaris has introduced a tactical vehicle that can optionally be equipped with the Emily 3000 as an integrated power supply.(Image: SFC Energy AG)
Polaris has introduced a tactical vehicle that can optionally be equipped with the Emily 3000 as an integrated power supply.
(Image: SFC Energy AG)

The system simultaneously supports the charging and operation of various types of batteries, including lithium-ion, lithium-polymer, and traditional lead-acid batteries. The fully automatic operation extends the battery life, reduces wear through lower engine run times, and thus decreases vehicle maintenance.

The fuel cell can be used both as an integrated onboard charger and as a portable energy source in the field. The Emily 3000 and its fuel cartridges are military-certified, have a NATO Stock Number, and are approved for air transport according to UN3473—making them fully deployable for international use.

The fuel cell is particularly advantageous in light tactical vehicles for operational scenarios where low noise, reliability, and energy independence are central tactical requirements.

Dr. Peter Podesser, CEO of SFC Energy, explains: "With the Emily 3000 as an additional feature for Polaris vehicles, we offer a ready-to-use, low-signature power solution tailored specifically to the requirements of modern armed forces. The Polaris MRZR is used worldwide by the United States Armed Forces as well as by other NATO countries and NATO allies due to its exceptional off-road capability and versatility."

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