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Fabrum acquires Alec Farrar Engineering to satisfy demand for its end-to-end hydrogen systems
New Zealand company Fabrum has completed the acquisition of Alec Farrar Engineering Limited, a Christchurch-based engineering manufacturing company and foundry, the company said in letter to HydrogenWire. The acquisition will extend Fabrum’s manufacturing capability to support its rapid growth, driven by growing demand for its end-to-end hydrogen systems and other technologies for aerospace, heavy transport and heavy industries. Details of the cash-only purchase were not disclosed.
Press release https://is.gd/lPnnFT
Air Liquide is a partner in six out of seven Hydrogen Hubs announced by the DOE in the U.S.
In the context of the U.S. government’s announcement to support seven regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs to accelerate low-carbon hydrogen development, Air Liquide is a partner in a record 6 out of the 7 Hubs, the company said.
As a core industry sponsor with a project in the HyVelocity Hub (Gulf Coast), Air Liquide will work with its partners to optimize the Gulf Coast’s existing energy assets to develop hydrogen projects that benefit Texas, Southwest Louisiana, and the surrounding region.
Also a partner with projects in the PNWH2 Hub (Pacific Northwest), ARCH2 Hub (Appalachia) and MACHH2 Hub (Midwest), Air Liquide is committed to advancing the clean energy transition and establishing the necessary transport infrastructure to increase the accessibility of hydrogen through the region.
In addition, Air Liquide is also a partner of the Alliance for Renewable Clean Hydrogen Energy Systems in California (ARCHES) network and partner of the Mid-Atlantic Clean Hydrogen Hub (MACH2™). As a partner, Air Liquide has the opportunity to provide its expertise and work alongside the other partners to shape the infrastructure for hydrogen production, transportation, and distribution, which is essential for the growth and sustainability of the market.
Toyota and JAF unveiled hydrogen road service vehicle
The Motegi Super Taikyu 5 Hours Race, Round 5 of the 2023 ENEOS Super Taikyu Series Supported by Bridgestone, was held in Tochigi Prefecture, the Toyota Times reported on 20 October.
Motegi was also the venue for the unveiling of a hydrogen road service vehicle jointly developed by Toyota and the Japan Automobile Federation (JAF). Though still a prototype, this FC truck is equipped with hydrogen modules that enable it to directly refuel other vehicles.
As part of its roadside services, JAF annually assists some 50,000 vehicles stranded without fuel, including 700 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) that have run out of charge and around 20 cars needing a hydrogen top-up.
The newly premiered road service vehicle was jointly developed to ensure that, in a hydrogen society with more FCEVs on the road, running out of hydrogen could be handled like other fuels rather than requiring cars to be towed.
Source https://toyotatimes.jp/en/report/hpe_challenge_2023/010.html?padid=ag478_from_newsroom
GWTI to Provide GME Hydro LP its Patented Natural Gas to Hydrogen Conversion Process
Greenway Technologies, Inc.,(based in Arlington, Texas) an advanced gas-to-liquids and gas-to-hydrogen (“GTH”) technology development company, announced a Letter of Intent (“LOI”) agreement to manufacture and deliver two patented GWTI G-Reformer® units to GME Hydro LP for the purpose of converting natural gas (CH4) to hydrogen (H2) for use in an electrical power generation system.
Greenway’s two G-Reformer® units, configured to produce approximately 10,800 Kg of carbon-free hydrogen, to fuel reciprocating generators sufficient to generate 10 Megawatts of electricity.
Under the plan outlined in the LOI, GME Hydro will purchase, install, and operate the two G-Reformer® units at its Johnstown, PA facility, where the company has access to on-site pipelines and renewable natural gas. By combining incoming natural gas with 25% renewable natural gas, the project is expected to be eligible for Federal Clean Air Credits.
Press release https://is.gd/cPkoSc
Oracle Power announced the completion of topography survey report at green hydrogen project in Pakistan
Oracle Power PLC , a Pakistan and Australia-focused natural resources project developer, stated that it achieved significant progress made towards demonstrating the commercial viability of the green hydrogen project in Pakistan:
Completion of 28km2 topography survey report utilising advanced drone technology to gather vital mapping data which revealed no significant obstructions to the development of the green hydrogen project.
The survey’s findings will play a crucial role in optimising the planning, design and construction costs for the proposed future 1.2 GW hybrid wind and solar plants, along with the intended 400 MW green hydrogen facility.
Successful conclusion of the technical and commercial feasibility study for the green hydrogen and green ammonia project.
Press release https://is.gd/sKT0f5
Siemens collaborates with Malaysian TNB using green hydrogen at thermal power plants
Malaysian Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) is partnering with Siemens Energy to accelerate the decarbonisation of its thermal power plants, utilising green hydrogen produced from renewable energy (RE) resources.
This MoU provides TNB with access to cutting-edge knowledge and expertise as well as resources in hydrogen-based power generation, with a specific focus on green hydrogen production using electrolyser and RE generation sources such as pumped hydro and solar.
Press release https://is.gd/LgMarl
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MODULAR VEHICLE PLATFORM UNVEILED FOR THE HVS HYDROGEN-POWERED HGV
UK-based Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS) has unveiled a modular platform.Our innovative modular platform offers HGV operators maximum flexibility from a single base vehicle, the company said.
«Our innovative tractor unit will be available with two different types of e-axle – one medium power and one high power – and with up to three hydrogen tanks, depending on the customer’s range requirements. In addition, the hydrogen fuel cell powertrain can be specified with two different power outputs depending on the customer’s payload and mission requirements. The modular platform is built on a fixed wheelbase, which means the vehicle’s footprint does not change, irrespective of specification.
«Our ground-up designed vehicles have been specifically developed to maximise driver comfort while the platform is purpose built around the hydrogen powertrain. The vehicle’s design includes a suspended cab at the front and a fixed tower at the rear, housing the thermal and powertrain systems», the HVS stated.
This platform format breaks with the industry-standard tradition of variable cab types and sizes – such as big, medium and small, and high/low-roof – and means that even the smallest variants have the same spacious a cab as the largest models.
Press release https://is.gd/rrnyyE
dynaCERT to invest in manufacture of hydrogen electrolysers – Cipher Neutron
dynaCERT Inc., announced that it has agreed with Cipher Neutron that dynaCERT will invest in Cipher Neutron equity ten percent (10%) of the net proceeds upon closing of the Company’s proposed Unit Offering announced in dynaCERT’s Press Release dated October 16, 2023.
Gurjant Randhawa, CEO of Cipher Neutron, stated, ”Our close collaboration relationship with dynaCERT provides Cipher Neutron with R&D labs and state-of-the art equipment, a semi-automated assembly line to meet global demand of our commercial products, and the marketing reach of dynaCERT in the worldwide hydrogen space.”
Jim Payne, CEO of dynaCERT, stated, “At dynaCERT we are proud to be working with Cipher Neutron towards the establishment of commercial AEM Green Hydrogen Electrolysers to be made available to the global Multi-Megawatt and Gigawatt hydrogen projects for deployment in the next several decades.”
Press release https://goo.su/PN1W
FirstElement Fuel opens the highest-performing retail hydrogen station in the world
FirstElement Fuel, world leader in hydrogen refueling solutions, opens its latest high-capacity retail station, begins commissioning a multi-use Heavy Duty Truck Station near the Port of Oakland and breaks ground on a new station in Redwood City, CA.
IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ —
FirstElement Fuel Inc. announced on 20 October the public opening of a new high-capacity retail hydrogen station in Oakland, CA, expanding its True Zero hydrogen network to 41 fully public, retail locations. The new hydrogen station, which uses FEF’s proprietary design, has 4 dispensers capable of simultaneously providing H70 standard fills with a capacity of 1600 kilograms per day (or the equivalent of refueling 450 hydrogen-powered cars per day) making it the highest-performing retail hydrogen station in the world. The Oakland station represents the ninth such high-output station installed and operated by FEF.
Press release https://is.gd/fxDLDo
GMW-FTXT Launches World’s First Hydrogen-Powered Wing Van Truck Fleet Cross-Provincial Highway Project in China
The first batch of “hydrogen-powered wing van trucks” deployed by GMW-FTXT has accumulated a total mileage of 64,465 kilometers. The vehicle stability and safety are excellent, with extremely low failure rates. The maximum range reaches 580 km on a single refueling, with hydrogen consumption of 4.7 kg per 100 km. Total carbon emission reduction has reached 35 tons. The outstanding economic, social and environmental benefits have earned high recognition and acclaim from logistics users in China.
The deployed vehicles mainly serve the automotive parts transportation business, running between Baoding City in Hebei Province and Tianjin City. This route is a demonstrative hydrogen highway, also the world’s first cross-provincial highway demonstration for hydrogen-powered wing trucks. It will gradually facilitate the infrastructure buildout of hydrogen production, refueling stations along highways in China, and provide a replicable model for promoting more vehicle types and application scenarios of hydrogen energy vehicles in China.
Press release https://is.gd/GCmJBS
Successful test of hydrogen fuel cell with control system for HAV Hydrogen and NES
HAV Hydrogen and Norwegian Electric Systems (NES) completed a successful laboratory test of a hydrogen fuel cell in combination with a maritime control system. The successful test continues the FreeCO2ast project, which has developed a high-capacity hydrogen-based energy system that can be retrofitted onboard ships.
“This brings us another step closer to realizing our objective of making the first commercial delivery of a fully integrated hydrogen-based energy system for ships,” says Kristian Osnes, managing director of HAV Hydrogen.
Press release https://shorturl.at/BMOZ5
Rolls Royce: Hydrogen has been identified as the most promising energy source for zero-emission commuter aircraft
“We have carried out thorough studies on available sustainable energy sources and their storage technologies applicable for aviation where hydrogen has been identified as the most promising energy source for zero-emission commuter aircraft”, the Rolls Royce stated on 19 October. “In July 2022, we announced the collaboration with Hyundai Motor Group who are rapidly advancing their unique in-house hydrogen fuel cell technology into aviation applications. The development of hydrogen fuel cell configurations for commuter aircraft is the next step in achieving cost-competitive zero-emission flight by 2030”.
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A Graham corporation supplied water pumps for the world’s largest hydrogen fuel cell powered aircraft
Graham Corporation announced on 19 October that its wholly owned subsidiary, Barber-Nichols, supplied ethylene glycol water pumps to Universal Hydrogen for its Dash 8 turboprop, deemed to be the world’s largest hydrogen fuel cell powered aircraft.
Universal Hydrogen has now achieved ten test flights as the company drives toward its goal of commercial entry into service in 2026. Universal Hydrogen also received its G-1 Issue Paper from Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), a milestone which is required to certify the airworthiness and environmental standards of hydrogen-powered aircraft.
Press release https://shorturl.at/BZ146
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Loughborough University collaborates with Perkins on demonstration of leading-edge hydrogen hybrid power solutions
Perkins is collaborating with Loughborough University and Equipmake to develop and produce an advanced multi-fuel ‘drop-in’ hybrid integrated power unit.
Supported by UK Government funding of GBP11.14M through the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC), Project Coeus will develop a 7-litre Perkins 1200 Series industrial power unit with hybrid-electric components and advanced controls to enable operation on hydrogen fuel. The 45-250 kW hybrid powertrain system will be configured with factory-installed ECM sensors, radiators, cooling packs, filtration, control systems and aftertreatment hardware in a complete, integrated package that minimises OEM development timelines and reduces engineering and assembly costs.
AVL revealed tested hydrogen-powered,two-liter turbo race engine
The motorsport department of AVL is celebrating the next milestone on the road to a zero-emission future of motorsport. The prototype of a hydrogen-powered, two-liter turbo engine – built by AVL RACETECH – was put through its paces on the testbed and confirmed the top values calculated previously in simulations: with a specific power density around 205 hp per liter (150 kW per liter), the engine achieves a highly competitive level in the world of motorsport. This is made possible by, among other things, an intelligent PFI water injection to moderate combustion.
Press release https://is.gd/L5NuFU
EnerVenue enters the South American market via 525 MWh metal-hydrogen batteries master supply agreement
EnerVenue the first company to bring metal-hydrogen batteries capable of 30,000 cycles to the clean energy revolution, announced a Master Supply Agreement with VedantaESS. Per the terms of the deal, VedantaESS will procure and deploy 525 MWh of EnerVenue’s ESVs over the next three years.
The partnership with VedantaESS is EnerVenue’s first deal in South America..
The Master Supply Agreement with VedantaESS will increase EnerVenue’s supplied energy storage annually, with 75 MWh in 2024, 150 MWh in 2025, and 300 MWh in 2026.
Press release https://is.gd/V96lwk
Hydrexia delivered magnesium-based solid-state containers for hydrogen storage
Hydrexia Holding Limited, a leading integrated hydrogen technology solution provider in China, announced that it has completed the delivery of its first batch of magnesium-based solid-state containers for hydrogen storage and transportation.
Coinciding with the product delivery, the groundbreaking of Hydrexia’s new research & development and manufacturing center was kicked off in the city of Yixing, China. The new center, which is designed to cover 15 acres of land, will be used primarily for research & development, manufacturing, and testing purposes.
The new R&D center is a university-level joint research laboratory with Shanghai Jiao Tong University with a focus on research & development of frontier technologies in the hydrogen industry, while the 10,000-ton level magnesium-based manufacturing facility will bring a much-elevated annual production capacity of magnesium-based hydride containers and hydrogen refueling station related equipment.
Press release https://www.hydrexia.com/news/detail/50
McPhy Partners with Stargate Hydrogen to Accelerate Developing of Electrodes for Next Generation Alkaline Electrolyzers
McPhy Energy announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Stargate Hydrogen to accelerate cooperation in electrodes for next generation alkaline electrolyzers.At the forefront of innovation, Stargate develops electrodes that are free from precious metals and use ceramic catalyst material for next-generation alkaline electrolyzers. On the other hand, McPhy is making strides in developing large-scale pressurized alkaline electrolyzers for the decarbonation of industry.
The MOU thus outlines the intent of both companies to work together on employing the ceramic technology designed by Stargate in large-scale alkaline electrolysis and also aims to improve the reliability of components of electrolysis systems. This sharing of knowledge and expertise is set to further strengthen the hydrogen value chain and accelerate cooperation between the two companies. It feeds into the scale-up strategy of both McPhy and Stargate, with plans for developing their industrial sites in France and Estonia.
Press release https://shorturl.at/ntwMR
US hydrogen tax credits touch off sparring letters from Senate Democrats
WASHINGTON, Oct 17 (Reuters) – Ten Senate Democrats will ask President Joe Biden’s administration not to include strict rules guiding use of clean hydrogen tax credits that the Treasury Department is due to release by the end of the year, according to a draft of a letter seen by Reuters on Wednesday.
The letter, which the senators planned to send to White House adviser John Podesta, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm, will urge the officials to make the Treasury guidance flexible. It seeks to allow projects fueled by existing energy sources including, gas, hydroelectricity and nuclear to be eligible for the tax credits.
The group is led by Washington Senator Maria Cantwell, whose state was one of 16 to win part of $7 billion in federal funding to build out regional hydrogen hubs. The letter warns that an approach favored by other Democratic lawmakers and environmental groups creating “overly complex eligibility criteria” would hamper the hubs and the growth of the nascent industry.
Source https://is.gd/dGgxZI
Hydrogen-fueled Vessel Wins AiP Towards Demonstration Operation
Mitsui O.S.K Lines, Ltd. (MOL), MOL Drybulk, Ltd., Onomichi Dockyard Co., Ltd., Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. (Kawasaki) and Japan Engine Corporation (J-ENG) conducted a risk assessment of a Multi-Purpose Vessel powered by hydrogen, zero- emission fuel and has been granted Approval in Principle (AiP) of parcel layout concept from Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (ClassNK).
This is the world’s first AiP certification for a ship equipped with a low speed two-stroke hydrogen-fueled engine as the main propulsion engine.
Image of Hydrogen-fueled Multi-Purpose Vessel (D/W 17,500 M.T.)
Demonstration operation of the vessel will be conducted for two years from around FY2027 as part of the “Development of marine hydrogen engines and MHFS which was adopted by Green Innovation Funding Program of the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO).
Press release https://is.gd/05DShg
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Toyota Motor : Participating in Dakar 2024 to Develop Small Hydrogen Engines
The HySE (Hydrogen Small mobility & Engine technology) research association will enter Toyota’s hydrogen engine vehicle, the HySE-X1, in the “Mission 1000” Challenge of the “Dakar 2024” (Dakar Rally*1) set to be held in Saudi Arabia from January 5 to 19, 2024, the company said.
Mission 1000 is a new part of the Dakar Future Program, an effort aimed at urging automakers to develop next-generation carbon-neutral powertrain technologies like hydrogen engines and electric or biofuel hybrids. HySE’s entry in Mission 1000 will be the hydrogen engine-equipped HySE-X1. It will be driven in some of the harshest environmental conditions in what is considered the world’s toughest motorsport, providing an excellent opportunity to study how the hydrogen engine will perform in such conditions. This will allow us to easily identify potential issues with small mobility*2 that are yet unknown, and to accelerate the establishment of baseline hydrogen engine technology. In addition, by participating in the world-renowned Dakar Rally, we can promote HySE’s presence and initiatives, thereby working to further build a global and cross-industry network for the realization of compact hydrogen mobility.
Press release https://shorturl.at/jmvy8
Hyzon Motors : Deploys First Hydrogen-Powered Waste Collection Truck In Commercial Trial With Remondis
Hyzon Motors Inc., a high-power hydrogen fuel cell technology developer and global supplier of zero-emission heavy-duty fuel cell electric vehicles, announced the commercial trial deployment of its first Heavy Rigid fuel cell electric waste collection truck to REMONDIS Australia, one of the world’s largest recycling, service, and water companies. REMONDIS operates 39 business locations around Australia, servicing more than 24,000 commercial, industrial, and municipal customers.
The waste collection truck will service the Wollongong and Shellharbour municipalities, operating from REMONDIS’s Wollongong facility in New South Wales. The commercial trial is expected to convert to a full purchase of the vehicle if certain trial performance targets are successfully achieved.
Hyzon has developed its Heavy Rigid truck locally as a global platform, adaptable for international markets with a multitude of vehicle use cases, such as garbage compactors, tilt trays, and flatbed trucks.
Press release https://shorturl.at/muAC1
Lhyfe and Thevenin and Ducrot to build a green and renewable hydrogen production site in Bussy-Saint-Georges
Lhyfe, one of the world’s pioneers in the production of green and renewable hydrogen, and the transport energy distributor Thevenin & Ducrot (AVIA), have won a call for proposals by the town of Bussy-Saint-Georges and its partners, for the creation of a green hydrogen fuel chain in Seine-et-Marne.
Press release https://is.gd/tDCzjV
FuelCell Energy Electrolyzer to be used in UK Hydrogen and Nuclear Study
FuelCell Energy, Inc. has been contracted by EDF Energy for a project exploring the viability of using hydrogen to decarbonize asphalt production.
The Bay Hydrogen Hub consortium, which is made up of EDF , Heidelberg UK, the National Nuclear Laboratory and Vulcan Burners, proposes combining the use of FuelCell Energy’s 1-Megawatt Solid Oxide Electrolyzer Cell (SOEC) with nuclear generated heat and electricity to produce hydrogen in bulk at a lower cost than other hydrogen electrolysis technologies.
Press release https://shorturl.at/fnyHL
Isuzu and Honda to Hold First Public Exhibit of Fuel Cell-Powered Heavy-duty Truck at
Isuzu Motors Limited and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced on 17 October that they will exhibit the GIGA FUEL CELL, a fuel cell (FC)-powered heavy-duty truck currently being co-developed by the two companies, at the Isuzu Group booth at the JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW 2023. This will be the first time the GIGA FUEL CELL will be shown to the general public. The Japan Mobility Show will be held from Saturday, October 28 to Sunday, November 5, 2023 at Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo Japan.
Anglo American Platinum, BMW Group and Sasol announce collaboration to develop a pilot fleet of hydrogen vehicles in South Africa
Anglo American Platinum, BMW Group South Africa and Sasol South Africa Limited signed a collaboration agreement that will bring hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) and supporting hydrogen refuelling technology to South Africa.
In terms of the agreement, which was signed at the 2023 South African Green Hydrogen Summit in Cape Town, BMW will provide the hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicles, while Sasol will supply the green hydrogen and mobile refueler. These vehicles will operate on South African roads as part of an international trial to understand how the BMW iX5 Hydrogen performs in real-world conditions, following four years of development work. Anglo American Platinum, which provides platinum group metals (PGMs) used in FCEVs and has been investing in hydrogen technologies for many years, will work closely with BMW and Sasol to help develop a local green hydrogen mobility ecosystem.
Press release https://shorturl.at/cwzFT
DENSO will build a huge swing to produce energy and convert into hydrogen, using DENSO’s SOEC system
DENSO corporation announced that it will exhibit at JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW 2023, held at Tokyo Big Sight, from Saturday, October 28 to Sunday, November 5.
DENSO will build a huge swing set in the shape of “H2” to convey an image of hydrogen energy to visitors. Electricity produced from energy generated by fully swinging on the swing will be converted into hydrogen, which can be stored for later use, by using DENSO’s solid oxide electrolysis cell (SOEC) system.
A SOEC is a unit that operates at high temperatures using a ceramic membrane as an electrolyte to electrolyze water vapor to produce hydrogen. There are other methods of producing hydrogen, such as alkaline water electrolysis in which an alkaline aqueous solution is used as an electrolyte, as well as proton exchange membrane (PEM) water electrolysis in which a polymer membrane is used as an electrolyte. The SOECs used in this demonstration require less electric energy for electrolysis than the other two types. In the verification test jointly conducted by DENSO Fukushima Corporation and Toyota Motor Corporation since March of this year, PEM water electrolysis units have been used.
Press release https://shorturl.at/kLU35
FOTON presented new hydrogen trucks
FOTON launched all-new products of AUMARK and WONDER in Changsha, China, targeting both the urban logistics and last-mile logistics markets.
The all-new AUMARK, is based on FOTON’s latest “Multi-Energy Shared Platform,” enabling the development of technological routes on the same platform, including fuel, hybrid, pure electric, and hydrogen fuel cell products. The hybrid model is equipped with FOTON’s Intelligent Dual-Engine System, offering a range of over 1000 kilometers, while the hydrogen fuel cell version utilizes FOTON’s innovative Hydrogen System, enabling a 5-minute refueling time and a range of 450 kilometers for efficient operation while assisting customers in achieving carbon neutrality.
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Press release https://shorturl.at/PVX35
EXMAR hits milestone to equip gas newbuilds with ammonia dual-fuel engines
EXMAR LPG BV, a joint venture between EXMAR and Seapeak, is going ahead with ammonia as fuel for two Midsize Gas Carriers (MGCs) on order at Hyundai Mipo Dockyard in South Korea.
The ships will be the first ever oceangoing vessels to be propelled by dual-fuel ammonia engines, allowing for close to zero emissions trading when using ammonia. The engines will be delivered by WINGD and the fuel supply system by Wärtsilä Gas Solutions.
Press release https://shorturl.at/fjqJ6
HYBRIT: Hydrogen storage reduces costs by up to 40 per cent
HYBRIT’s hydrogen storage has now been tested commercially on the electricity market, the Vattenfall announced on 16 October. By also adding storage, the variable cost of hydrogen production can be significantly reduced, by between 25 to 40 per cent.
The pilot storage, a steel-clad rock cavern, is located 30 metres below ground level and approximately 100 metres in via a connecting tunnel.
The hydrogen storage facility was used specifically on the electricity market for about a month. The mission was to produce hydrogen using fossil-free electricity at a variable electricity price with the lowest possible cost, for example during certain parts of the day or for longer periods when weather-dependent electricity generation was in good supply. The hydrogen was delivered in a steady flow to SSAB.
Press release https://shorturl.at/duCK4
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FuelCell Energy & Oando Sign MOU for Large-Scale Green Hydrogen Energy Production in Africa
FuelCell Energy and Oando Clean Energy Limited (OCEL), the renewable energy subsidiary of Oando Energy Resources (OER), a part of the Oando PLC group of companies, announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the development of a 5 to 15-Megawatt (MW) power plant.
In addition to FuelCell Energy’s fuel cell and electrolyzer technology, the agreement also includes the potential for the use of FuelCell Energy’s carbon capture and sequestration technologies. Unlike other carbon capture technologies that require power to capture carbon dioxide, FuelCell Energy’s platforms can produce power while simultaneously capturing carbon dioxide. The signing of this MOU is an integral part of OCEL’s drive to strengthen electricity access in African markets via low-carbon renewable energy sources starting in its home country, Nigeria.
Press release https://shorturl.at/ehTW9
Aker Horizons and Statkraft join forces to develop large-scale green hydrogen/ammonia project in Narvik
The plant under development at Kvandal in Narvik has a planned capacity of up to 600 MW and will be one of the first large-scale plants for green ammonia in Europe, with an expected production of 1,000 – 1,500 tonnes per day, the Aker said. The project aims to reach final investment decision in 2025 and plans to start commercial operations in 2028.
Press release https://goo.su/3cWwWSc
HYFLEXPOWER consortium successfully operates a gas turbine with 100 percent renewable hydrogen, a world first
Installed on the site of Smurfit Kappa, world leader in paper packaging, at Saillat-sur-Vienne in France, the HYFLEXPOWER project consists in producing, storing and re-electrification of 100 percent renewable hydrogen. The hydrogen is produced by an 1MW electrolyzer on-site, and then stored in an almost one-ton tank and used to power a Siemens Energy SGT-400 industrial gas turbine.
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Persero Inaugurated the First Green Hydrogen Plant In Indonesia
Indonesian PT PLN (Persero) through its subholding PLN Nusantara Power (PLN NP) inaugurated the first Green Hydrogen Plant (GHP) in Indonesia which is located in the Muara Karang Steam Gas Power Plant (PLTGU) area. This GHP is 100 percent sourced from New Renewable Energy (EBT) and is capable of producing 51 tons of hydrogen per year, the company said.
Photo of PLN (Persero
Press release https://is.gd/EqzBOd
Composite cryogenic tanks tested with liquid hydrogen by UK National Composites Centre
The National Composites Centre has announced that it has successfully tested a range of composite cryogenic storage tanks with liquid hydrogen that it has designed and manufactured.
Two tanks were tested using liquid hydrogen; one of a single piece construction and one of a split piece design, to assess viability for the design and manufacture of large tanks. The tanks were 30 litres in capacity, designed for a pressure of 8 bar, and manufactured using automated fibre placement on-site at the National Composites Centre. The tanks comprised only a single skin to contain the liquid hydrogen, and were mounted within a vacuum chamber at FSE’s test facility to provide insulation.
The one-piece tank was subject to 10 thermal cycles of being emptied and re-filled with liquid hydrogen, up to a pressure of 1 bar, followed by a single pressure cycle up to 7 bar. The two-piece tank underwent 10 pressure cycles from 0 to 7 bar at LH2 (-253°C) temperature. The results have enabled model validation, with further cycling scheduled at FSE to test alternative end boss designs using the same composite tank.
Marcus Walls-Bruck, Head of Hydrogen Technologies at the NCC said: “Our results and novel methods developed will enable rapid advancement within the UK, building fundamental understanding of the challenges in designing and manufacturing cryogenic tanks. This is a significant step forward in the UK goal to develop capability in designing and manufacturing hydrogen powered aircraft of the future.”
Press release https://is.gd/KaaECm
KSOE invests €45m in Elcogen to build the new green hydrogen production facility in Estonia
Elcogen announced that Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering Co., Ltd., a member of HD Hyundai Group has signed a strategic investment in Elcogen of €45m with closing subject to, amongst other things, Elcogen obtaining the approval of its shareholders to the issue of the new shares to KSOE.
Following this investment, HD Hyundai and Elcogen intend to further strengthen their collaboration with a focus on marine propulsion systems and stationary power generation based on Elcogen’s proprietary solid oxide fuel cell and green hydrogen production. This investment will be used to expand Elcogen’s manufacturing capacity as it continues to build the company’s new factory facility in Tallinn, Estonia, with a manufacturing capacity of up to 360MW.
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