Hydrogen newsletter 3 November – 17 November

Statements of companies and regulators with links of primary sources about real projects 

 BriHyNergy Delivers 3MW PEM Electrolyzers to Europe

BriHyNergy announced that it has successfully shipped three 1MW-class BriLyzer®-R200 PEM electrolyzers to Europe —

 representing the largest single PEM electrolyzer order ever delivered by a Chinese hydrogen technology company.

 This marks a significant milestone in our global green hydrogen journey and underscores China’s growing strength in high-performance, internationally certified hydrogen solutions.

EU CE-certified, meeting the most rigorous safety and performance standards;

 Fully independent PEM technology system — from proton exchange membranes and membrane electrode assemblies to complete electrolyzer equipment;

 Stable hydrogen output at 3.5 MPa and rapid load response, verified through FAT witnessed by international clients.

Source https://tinyurl.com/2v3fwfyv

Audacia launches €150m fund dedicated to low-carbon hydrogen, CO capture and e-fuels

Audacia announces the launch of Calderion, a €150m fund dedicated to new generation fuels (low-carbon hydrogen, CO capture, e-fuels). This new vehicle is part of Audacia’s DeepTech strategy in the service of decarbonation and energy sovereignty. 

Calderion will target technologies capable of reducing emissions from sectors that are difficult to electrify: heavy industry, maritime transport, aviation, with the ambition to support 25 international champions in the value chain of decarbonized fuels.

The first participations of the fund illustrate this industrial approach:

• H2SITE (high purity hydrogen),
• MITICO (capture of CO₂),
• KHIMOD (innovative reactors for e-fuels).

“New generation fuels are a strategic lever to accelerate the energy transition.” — Vincent Brillault, Founding Partner of Calderion

“This new fund strengthens our mission in the service of European energy sovereignty.” — Olivier de Panafieu, Founding Partner of Calderion and Managing Director of Audacia.

Press release https://tinyurl.com/45xj36km

Hoogeveen is ready to connect the first homes to hydrogen

Hoogeveen is working on a unique trial: heating homes using hydrogen instead of natural gas. Alderman Jeroen Westendorp: “In the Hydrogen Hoogeveen (Waterstof Hoogeveen) project, we are investigating whether hydrogen can be a good, safe, and affordable alternative to natural gas, in existing homes in the Erflanden region and new homes in Nijstad-Oost.” The experiences in Hoogeveen have already provided valuable lessons for future projects in the Netherlands. Westendorp: “We are very pleased that we have now reached the point where all the signals are green: we will soon be equipping the first home in Erflanden with a hydrogen central heating boiler.”

A year of learning and improving

Initially, it was difficult to properly infuse hydrogen with the odorant needed to detect any leaks. After extensive research and the necessary technical improvements, this odor system now works as intended. The installation will be completed in the coming weeks, so the system is ready for use in the Hydrogen District.

Forward Together

Westendorp: “This is an important step for the residents of the Hydrogen District. Their patience has been tested for a long time, but now the connection of the first nine homes to hydrogen can truly begin. We greatly appreciate the residents’ patience, and we have therefore invited them to a celebratory communal meal at the Hydrogen Tiny House to celebrate that we have reached this point.”

Next Phase

After the first nine homes are connected, in the first quarter of 2026, we will work towards the next step: the potential expansion to approximately 100 homes in the Erflanden neighborhood. Residents will receive information about this and can share their opinions through a survey. The municipal council will use these responses to decide on the next phase.

Press release ( translated by Google) https://groenemorgenhoogeveen.nl

COOLERGY conducted the first public testing of a hydrogen-powered shunting locomotive prototype in Estonia

COOLERGY, which is realising the project of converting the old diesel-electric TGM4 shunting locomotive to liquid hydrogen, launched the test trials of a hydrogen-powered shunting locomotive prototype at the Tapa railway depot (Tapa raudteejaam) in Estonia. 

The prototype is equipped with a hydrogen fuel cell power generator, named the COOLERGYZER, designed and manufactured by COOLERGY.

The agreement between COOLERGY and Hanko Trans, Estonia, was signed in early 2024 to upgrade 12 TGM4 diesel locomotives operating in Riga. The Riga Free Port has agreed to pilot operation, so it will continue to use all 12 locomotives after the conversion to liquid hydrogen.

COOLERGY intends to supply the locomotives with its hydrogen through the construction of a H2 production plant in Narva, Estonia.

Representatives of interested companies were present at the testing of the hydrogen locomotive: LTG Cargo, RIIGILAEVASTIK, Baltic Hydrogen Group, Eesti Energia AS.

COOLERGYZER’s modular design allows for scalability, increasing its power generation capacity. COOLERGY has previously tested the generator as a charger for electric vehicles, marine vessels, locomotives, and light aircraft. A mobile version of COOLERGYZER traveled over 4,000 km from Narva to Madrid, charging cars, marine vessels in ports, and electric scooters along the way.

 Mobile Hydrogen Generator

Compact hydrogen fuel cell generator for green energy.

• Power: 80 KW
• Voltage: 400V AC
• Type: PEM Fuel Cell
• Size: 1200×800×900 mm
• Weight: 320 kg

About COOLERGY S.L.

COOLERGY S.L. (https://coolergy.eu) is a European company based in Madrid, Spain, specializing in the development and production of hydrogen technology solutions for the transport and energy sectors. The company creates both mobile and stationary hydrogen fuel cell systems. COOLERGY is actively developing a number of hydrogen mobility and energy projects throughout Europe and North Africa. These include hydrogen fuel cell refrigeration trucks for a major European carrier, 12 fuel cell shunting locomotives for operation at a European port, and hydrogen production facilities: green hydrogen in Estonia and blue hydrogen in Algeria.

Contact:

Javier Goni Senra

Head of Sales and Marketing, COOLERGY

mail:javier.goni@coolergy.eu

+34 676 982 282

Video of tests https://youtube.com/shorts/Yf7f2Q8o7ms?si=CNCCUUQwFgoQOZnl

Solhyd, Nippon Gases, Ether Energy and SunBuild to build world’s first solar hydrogen park

Four companies are joining forces to realize a world first in green hydrogen. On a site in Wallonia, Belgium, the world’s first solar hydrogen park based on Solhyd technology will be built in 2026. This innovation was developed over a decade ago at KU Leuven university. The partners have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and are now building a complete value chain: from sunlight to industrial application of green hydrogen.

Unique collaboration, one integrated chain

This project brings together four players from different sectors, each with complementary expertise:

• Ether Energy: solar energy project developer. Owner and operator of the project.
• SunBuild: solar EPC expert. Designs and builds the solar installation with battery storage.
• Solhyd: technology partner. Supplies and maintains the hydrogen modules.
• Nippon Gases: hydrogen and industrial gases expert. Handles post-processing, storage and distribution of the hydrogen to industrial end users.

The sun-powered Solhyd modules (50 kilowatts) will be integrated into a traditional solar park of ca. 2 megawatt-peak, with battery storage. The site will thus produce both electricity and hydrogen from solar energy. In future installations, the proportion of Solhyd modules will increase relative to the capacity of conventional solar panels. This creates a scalable model enabling solar parks across Europe to diversify their energy production and supply green hydrogen as well.

Solhyd: a paradigm shift in green hydrogen

Recently awarded a World Hydrogen Award, Solhyd’s technology produces hydrogen directly from sunlight and air, without liquid water, without heavy grid connection and without rare metals. The system is modular, easy to install and radically simplifies the production of renewable hydrogen.

Validated by industry

The involvement of Nippon Gases underlines the industrial relevance of the project: the hydrogen produced will be integrated into the existing value chain of industrial gases.

Ether Energy and SunBuild bring years of experience in renewable energy and are developing new business models for solar parks. The sector faces several challenges (negative electricity prices, congested grids), and green hydrogen offers an additional path to reinforce the economic value of solar energy.

Path to scale-up

The 50 kW demonstration site will remain operational for at least five years. The project will start operations in 2026. The next step for the consortium is a 2 MW project in 2028, followed by rollout in Europe and sun-rich regions worldwide. The solar hydrogen park is set to become a new instrument in the energy transition, with Solhyd technology at its core.

Today, solar parks across Europe generate green electricity. With this concept, they will also be able to produce green hydrogen, creating new revenue streams, reducing grid congestion, and increasing the value of solar projects during periods of low or negative electricity prices.

Full press release https://tinyurl.com/2rw7by88

S-Fuelcell accelerates efforts to deploy its modular fuel cell platform amid global AI data center growth

S-Fuelcell announced that it is accelerating its efforts to deploy its Grid-Free, On-Site (GFOS) modular fuel cell platform amid global AI data center growth and escalating power infrastructure constraints. Positioned as a primary on-site power solution, GFOS is designed to operate independently from overstressed transmission networks.

The GFOS architecture features a scalable, tower-type configuration composed of PEM (Polymer Electrolyte Membrane) fuel cell modules deployed in series and parallel arrays, enabling megawatt-class output suitable for high-density AI workloads. The system is engineered for dual-fuel compatibility natural gas for near-term deployment, hydrogen for long-term decarbonization delivering both immediate functionality and future-proofing.

The platform’s capacity to respond rapidly to volatile, high-load AI compute cycles addresses a critical gap in conventional grid reliability. With Tier 3+ uptime (99.982%) now a baseline requirement for AI infrastructure, GFOS offers operators a path to power independence without the regulatory friction or capex burden of grid expansion.

Initial rollouts will utilize natural gas to meet immediate demand surges, particularly in regions where AI infrastructure is outpacing utility development. Once clean hydrogen becomes commercially scalable, GFOS systems can transition with minimal engineering revisions—ensuring alignment with hydrogen economy roadmaps in Korea, Japan, the U.S., and Europe.

To expand global reach and reduce cost barriers that have historically limited fuel cell adoption, S-Fuelcell is strengthening its domestic mass-production footprint while evaluating overseas manufacturing hubs. A global supply chain tailored for AI infrastructure requirements—low-carbon, scalable, and resilient—is under construction.

S-Fuelcell projects GFOS to become a foundational asset in the distributed generation stack for AI data centers, as operators prioritize energy sovereignty and carbon neutrality amid geopolitical instability and rising compute demand. GFOS positions S-Fuelcell as a first-mover in delivering sovereign-aligned, modular hydrogen power systems for the AI era.

Press release https://tinyurl.com/22334tkx

Toyota will further advance two hydrogen engine technologies at the ENEOS Super Taikyu Series 2025

Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) will further advance two hydrogen engine technologies at the ENEOS Super Taikyu Series 2025 Empowered by BRIDGESTONE Round 7 Super Taikyu Final Thanksgiving Festival, to be held from November 15 to 16.

The race will feature the #32 TGRR GR Corolla H2 concept (hereinafter the “liquid hydrogen-powered GR Corolla”), which runs on liquid hydrogen fuel.

In addition, Toyota is continuously advancing superconductivity technology development to further evolve liquid hydrogen technology, now reaching the stage where vehicles equipped with superconducting motors for liquid hydrogen pumps can operate. We will continue development alongside our partners, aiming to compete in future races.

Toyota will continue moving forward to provide customers around the world with a range of options under its multi-pathway strategy toward achieving carbon neutrality.

Additionally, in conjunction with the Japan-U.S. automotive cultural exchange event organized by the Automobile Business & Culture Association of Japan, vehicles produced in the United States will be displayed in the event plaza during the race period. By providing an opportunity for visitors to experience the appeal of U.S.-market vehicles, Toyota will contribute to the exchange of automotive culture between Japan and the United States.

Advancing Liquid Hydrogen-Powered Engine Technology

The liquid hydrogen-powered GR Corolla achieved significant progress during the ENEOS Super Taikyu Series 2025 Empowered by BRIDGESTONE Round 3 NAPAC Fuji 24 Hours Race, held from May 30 to June 1. These included enhanced safety and weight reduction through the introduction of a new filling valve, and the successful demonstration of a hydrogen engine combustion switching technology. The greatest achievement was completing the race without replacing the pump that pressurizes liquid hydrogen for delivery to the engine, confirming improved durability.

However, increased engine output continued to place a greater load on the pump, presenting durability challenges for continuous operation at maximum output. To reach the next level, Toyota will continue conducting test runs to verify the pump’s boost performance and durability even after the 24 Hours Race. In this race, Toyota aims to achieve continuous operation at maximum output.

Toyota is also continuing to develop superconductivity technology to expand the potential of liquid hydrogen technology, and has reached the stage where vehicles can run with a superconducting pump installed inside the fuel tank. Installing a highly efficient, compact superconducting motor inside the tank creates space that can help achieve more than a 1.3-fold increase in tank capacity, leading to improved cruising range. Additionally, improvements in driving performance through reduced weight and a lower center of gravity, as well as a reduction in boil-off*1 volume by eliminating the flange*2 as a heat input source, can be expected.

The -253°C environment unique to liquid hydrogen provides an ideal temperature range for superconductivity, where certain materials lose all electrical resistance when cooled to extremely low temperatures. By maximizing the compatibility between liquid hydrogen vehicles and superconductivity technology, Toyota will greatly expand the potential of hydrogen engine vehicles.

Press release https://global.toyota/en/newsroom/corporate/43550115.html

BMW will receive  €273 M  from the German federal government and the State of Bavaria for the hydrogen project “HyPowerDrive” 

The Bavarian automaker BMW will receive a total of approximately €273 million in funding from the German federal government and the Free State of Bavaria for the hydrogen IPCEI project “HyPowerDrive.” The total funding is provided 70 percent by the federal government (€191 million) and 30 percent by the Free State of Bavaria (€82 million).

The funding certificate was presented in Berlin by Bavarian Minister of Economic Affairs Hubert Aiwanger, together with Federal Minister of Transport Patrick Schnieder and Minister-President Dr. Markus Söder, to BMW Board Member for Development Dr. Joachim Post.

The BMW project is the third Bavarian project to be funded as an “Important Project of Common European Interest” (IPCEI) in the field of hydrogen. The European Commission had already given its approval in May 2024.

Bavaria’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Energy, Hubert Aiwanger, emphasized: “I am delighted that BMW is seizing the opportunity to combine fast refueling and freedom from fossil fuels with hydrogen in its passenger cars – and this is only possible with hydrogen. The technology is mature and now finally needs to be put on the road. BMW will be doing this with series production vehicles starting in 2028, and we are supporting them in this endeavor. I thank the federal government for pursuing this path and hope that, like Bavaria, the federal government will also support the ramp-up of hydrogen for trucks in the near future.”

Aiwanger referred to the new Bavarian H2 truck subsidy program. “We are supporting the development of hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles with €35 million. This builds on the BMW IPCEI funding and our hydrogen refueling station support program. We need H2 vehicles and an H2 infrastructure to ramp up hydrogen mobility as a complement to battery-electric vehicles. I urge the federal government to also invest in hydrogen mobility. Together with the federal government, we can give the industry a powerful boost and secure a leading position in the global market, which will otherwise once again be occupied by Asia.”

Within the framework of the HyPowerDrive project, BMW AG is developing an innovative hydrogen drive system for passenger cars, thereby reaffirming its technology-neutral approach in the field of sustainable drive technologies. The goal is to develop a cost-efficient flat storage tank system within the installation space of the high-voltage battery of a battery electric vehicle (BEV) and to integrate it into an overall system. By combining hydrogen technology with the BEV architecture, costs can be reduced and shared production lines can be used.

Photo of BMW(Quelle: BMV

Bundesverkehrsminister Patrick Schnieder, der Ministerpräsident des Freistaates Bayern Dr.Markus Söder und der Bayerische Staatsminister für Wirtschaft, Landesentwicklung und Energie Hubert Aiwanger haben heute in Berlin die Förderurkunde für das Projekt HyPowerDrive an Dr. Joachim Post, Entwicklungsvorstand der BMW AG, übergeben.

Press release (translated by Google) https://tinyurl.com/2s363kv7

RTX’s Pratt & Whitney opens European Technology and Innovation Center in the Netherlands. 

New facility will targeting a range of high-impact technologies including advanced gas turbine systems, hybrid-electric and hydrogen propulsion

New facility will targeting a range of high-impact technologies including advanced gas turbine systems, hybrid-electric and hydrogen propulsion

Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, has formally opened its European Technology and Innovation Center (ETIC), a new facility dedicated to researching advanced propulsion technologies for enabling greater energy efficiency and performance in future commercial aircraft. ETIC enhances Pratt & Whitney’s capability to collaborate with industry and academia in the Netherlands and across Europe, targeting a range of high-impact technologies including advanced gas turbine systems, hybrid-electric and hydrogen propulsion.

“As an independent innovation center dedicated to cutting edge technology research, ETIC is a first-of-a-kind facility for Pratt & Whitney in Europe, complementing our existing engineering centers in North America, Poland, and across the globe,” said Michael Thacker, senior vice president, Engineering and Technology, Pratt & Whitney. “We see significant potential to grow our activities in the Netherlands, given its strong engineering talent pool and long history of aerospace technology innovation, as well as the exceptional opportunities for collaboration between industry, academia and government agencies.”

ETIC is co-located at Collins Aerospace’s existing European Innovation Hub in Houten, Netherlands, and adds to RTX’s longstanding engagement with the Dutch aerospace industry. It follows recent initiatives including RTX’s two memoranda of understanding with the Netherlands Aerospace Group and the signing of a master research agreement with Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), which have established a framework for collaboration on technology research across a wide range of topics. Pratt & Whitney has also secured a dedicated office space at TU Delft’s Aerospace Innovation Hub, further enhancing opportunities to collaborate in the province of South Holland.

“We are thrilled to take this next step in our collaboration with Pratt & Whitney. Working directly with their new team in Houten will strengthen our partnership, and their dedicated office space at the Aerospace Innovation Hub@TUD on the TU Delft Campus will give them seamless access to our innovation ecosystem,” said Professor Henri Werij, Dean of the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering, TU Delft. “Close collaboration with leading aerospace companies is crucial for developing technologies required to enable a sustainable future of aviation — and to shape the talent that will drive our industry forward.”

“I am pleased to see the realization of initiatives like Pratt & Whitney’s European Technology and Innovation Center in the Netherlands,” said Tjerk Opmeer, deputy director-general for business and innovation, Ministry of Economic Affairs of the Netherlands. “This center has the possibility to enhance our shared vision for accelerating sustainable aviation through innovation and international collaboration. We are committed to support these transformative efforts.”

Of RTX’s 21,000 staff across 65 locations in Europe, some 300 are based in the Netherlands, primarily at three existing Collins Aerospace sites including Houten. Pratt & Whitney already employs more than 7,000 staff in Europe, the majority at key engineering, manufacturing and maintenance facilities in Poland.

About Pratt & Whitney 
Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power units for military, commercial and civil aviation customers. Since 1925, our engineers have pioneered the development of revolutionary aircraft propulsion technologies, and today we support more than 90,000 in-service engines through our global network of maintenance, repair and overhaul facilities.

About RTX
RTX is the world’s largest aerospace and defense company. With more than 185,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems for operational success, and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2024 sales of more than $80 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

Press release https://www.rtx.com/news

Scania unveils its first hydrogen fuel cell truck at transportCH in Bern

Scania unveiled its first hydrogen-powered fuel cell truck at this year’s transportCH trade fair in Bern. The vehicle is part of the Scania Pilot Partner Program – another important step towards a fossil-free transport system.

The first truck will be delivered to the Norwegian company Asko Norge AS. Four Swiss companies will follow in the coming months: Emmi Schweiz AG, Genossenschaft Migros Ostschweiz, TRAVECO Transporte AG, and Retralog AG. They will test the vehicles in everyday use for several years.

With this premiere in Bern, Scania is making a clear statement about progress in sustainable transport technology. At the trade fair, Scania CEO Christian Levin symbolically handed over the keys to the Swiss pilot customers.

Hydrogen complements electrification

The truck presented is based on Scania’s electric powertrain, combined with a fuel cell system. This system converts hydrogen into electrical energy, which powers the electric motor. The only emission is water vapor. The vehicle achieves a range of up to 1,000 kilometers and is being tested in real-world transport operations. The combination of long range, short refueling times, and electrical efficiency makes fuel cells particularly attractive for long-haul transport. With this technology, Scania is expanding its multi-energy strategy – from battery-electric vehicles and biofuels to hydrogen – to enable the transition to fossil-free transport solutions, depending on the application.

Four Swiss companies are leading the way

Emmi Schweiz AG, Genossenschaft Migros Ostschweiz, TRAVECO Transporte AG, and Retralog AG, four leading Swiss companies, are participating in the Scania Pilot Partner Program. Over the coming months, they will each take delivery of a vehicle and test it in daily use – from distribution to long-haul transport.

These practical tests will demonstrate how the technology performs in different applications. The insights gained will help to better assess the practical benefits, efficiency, and economic viability of hydrogen technology.

Scania Pilot Partner – Testing Innovation in Everyday Life

The Scania Pilot Partner program offers a platform for joint development, testing, and exchange. Together with selected customers, Scania tests new drive and energy solutions under real-world conditions – from battery electric vehicles and biofuels to hydrogen.

Through these partnerships, we gather valuable practical experience. This experience is directly incorporated into the further development of production-ready products. In this way, we ensure that new solutions not only work technically – but also deliver in everyday use.

Press release (translated by Google) https://www.scania.com/ch/de/home.html

World first: Air Liquide’s innovative technology converts Ammonia into Hydrogen at industrial scale

Air Liquide announced the successful start-up of the world’s first industrial-scale ammonia cracking pilot unit with a 30 tons per day ammonia to hydrogen conversion capacity at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, Belgium. This groundbreaking innovation demonstrates a key missing technology brick to a viable pathway for converting ammonia into hydrogen, and unlocks challenges of transportation of hydrogen. This technology proven at the industrial scale for the development of world scale ammonia cracking plants enables access to low-carbon and renewable hydrogen for the decarbonization of industry and mobility. 

The ability to efficiently transport hydrogen over long distances is a persistent challenge in developing a robust global hydrogen economy. Ammonia (NH3), formed by hydrogen and nitrogen molecules,emerges as a valuable hydrogen carrier. It can be cost-effectively produced in regions rich in renewable energy sources, such as solar, hydro, and wind or other low-carbon power. A well-established global infrastructure already exists for the large-scale production, transportation, and utilization of ammonia. This allows for the export of ammonia from energy-abundant regions to end-users worldwide, where it can then be “cracked” back into hydrogen, providing a crucial component for decarbonizing industry and mobility.

This new, proprietary ammonia cracking technology expands Air Liquide’s portfolio for low-carbon and renewable hydrogen production. As part of the successful development of this unit, key proprietary innovations were developed across critical areas including process safety, material testing, advanced catalysis for ammonia cracking, ammonia combustion, and efficient molecule separation. The project’s success showcases Air Liquide’s ability to scale up technologies from laboratory research to industrial applications and develop first-of-their-kind solutions for its clients.

Armelle Levieux, member of Air Liquide’s Executive Committee, notably supervising Innovation and Technology activities as well as Hydrogen Energy activities, stated: 

“The commissioning of our ammonia cracking pilot unit in Antwerp is a key milestone. This is a world’s first which paves the way for new low-carbon hydrogen supply chains. By proving the viability of industrial-scale ammonia cracking, Air Liquide demonstrates its capacity to innovate and provide concrete solutions for its customers, and contributing to the Energy Transition. I am immensely proud of the work and commitment of all our teams who made this achievement possible.”

Press release 

https://www.airliquide.com/group/press-releases-news

Quest One and Ryze Power Partner to Deliver End-to-End Hydrogen Supply Across Europe

Quest One, a leading manufacturer of PEM electrolysis solutions, and Ryze Power, a leading European green hydrogen supplier, have agreed to collaborate on a Joint Customer Solution to enable end-to-end hydrogen supply.

The cooperation bridges the gap between hydrogen production and offtake, offering a holistic solution to accelerate the delivery of hydrogen to mobility and industrial users across Europe.

The partnership will begin at Quest One’s Gigahub, the production site for PEM electrolyzer stacks in Hamburg. A tube trailer station has been installed at the site and will be operated by Ryze Power. Hydrogen, which is produced during R&D and the end-of-line testing of electrolyzer stacks, will be made available to the market. By joining forces at the Hamburg site, both companies create a platform to expand toward larger customer programs and multi-site projects.

Nima Pegemanyfar, Executive Vice President Customer Operations at Quest One: “We’re excited to join forces with Ryze Power. This collaboration is all about removing barriers that are hindering hydrogen projects and thereby advancing green hydrogen solutions in Europe. By combining our portfolio and technological expertise with Ryze Power’s distribution network, we’re enabling real-world hydrogen supply solutions that help industrial users.”

Leander Hoffmann, Managing Director at Ryze Power Germany: “Each and every day, our tube trailers are delivering hydrogen to our customers across Germany and the rest of Europe. This is not a concept, or a trial, but a reality for businesses across the country who cannot electrify their operations and want to decarbonize with renewable fuels. The Hamburg tube trailer filling station is yet another demonstration of what is technically possible, thanks to our crew of highly skilled engineers who are helping our customers solve the problems of infrastructure and supply. Together with Quest One, we intend to bring these capabilities to new projects and new markets.”

Press release https://www.questone.com/en/

Air Products: Mercedes-Benz LH2Truck covered around 50,000 km with an average hydrogen consumption of 8 kg per 100 km

Over the past year, Air Products was proud to participate in Daimler Truck AG’s Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Liquid Hydrogen Truck customer trials, operating one of the five pilot vehicles for our daily cylinder gas logistics, the Air Products announced in its LinkedIn.

In total, truck covered around 50,000 kilometers, with an average hydrogen consumption of 8 kg per 100 km and a gross vehicle weight of 35 tons.

One of the most remarkable aspects: even the truck-mounted forklift could be recharged while driving, meaning an entire operation, from truck to forklift, ran 100% emission-free.

Throughout the trial, the truck made 70 refueling stops at Air Products liquid hydrogen refueling station in Duisburg, which was installed specifically for this project. The station remains open to all new participants in the ongoing customer trials.

Source https://tinyurl.com/yw7mtm32

World’s First 5MW AEM Electrolyser to Deliver Cheaper Green Hydrogen, to be Deployed by Horizon by End of 2025

Horizon is redefining the viability of green hydrogen production, enabling lower-cost green hydrogen for sectors such as steel production, ammonia, methanol, and zero-emission transportation through its electrolyser subsidiary, HET Hydrogen. The first of the groundbreaking 5MW systems are currently being prepared for deployment with a subsidiary of Rockcheck Steel Group Co. Ltd., a leading industrial enterprise in Tianjin, China.

The collaboration with Rockcheck Steel is part of an integrated system of photovoltaics / hydrogen / hydrogen-enriched smelting, utilising a 17MW building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) system and two 5MW (1000 Nm³/h) AEM hydrogen production systems. The green hydrogen produced will be injected into the gas pipeline for blast furnace operations at Rockcheck Steel Group, aiming to reduce coal consumption and carbon emissions. The world’s first electrolyser is expected to be operational around the end of 2025, accelerating and promoting sustainable hydrogen in the progressive decarbonisation of steel production, one of the most difficult-to-abate industry sectors.

As an important part of the global energy transition, the interest in hydrogen as a decarbonisation tool is high, but the cost of hydrogen has been a hurdle to widespread adoption. Horizon’s modular AEM system provides a convenient and cost-effective solution for large-scale production of green hydrogen, enhancing the transition to green fertilisers and green chemicals and the move to more sustainable heavy industry. Horizon’s AEM system reduces power consumption by 10–20% compared to traditional alkaline technology and will demonstrate a lower levelized cost of hydrogen (LCOH) than alkaline electrolyser systems. With the AEM equipment deployed on a large scale, the capital cost of AEM is also expected to challenge that of alkaline equipment, the key selling point of that traditional technology.

Horizon 5MW AEM Electrolyser for Lower Cost Hydrogen

The successful completion of this project will pave the way for the deployment of Horizon AEM systems with renewable power projects around the world, providing more efficient hydrogen production from photovoltaic, wind, and other renewable power sources. It accommodates intermittent power input and improves the utilisation of renewable energy to produce green hydrogen at a cost as low as US$2/kg. This delivers highly competitive green hydrogen solutions for downstream applications such as green ammonia, green alcohols, hydrogen metallurgy, and transportation.

Green ammonia is the next target for meaningful validation of AEM electrolysis at scale, with increasing interest in ammonia not only as a hydrogen carrier but also as a direct fuel for gradual decarbonisation of power generation and global shipping operations. To that end, Horizon is currently collaborating with third parties to design a flexible green ammonia production scheme.

Horizon Fuel Cell and electrolyser subsidiary HET Hydrogen will continue to promote technological innovation in both green hydrogen production and its applications, with a mandate of improving the viability of the hydrogen economy.

Press release https://tinyurl.com/48rxkxrf

Hycamite receives DNV’s AiP for methane-splitting technology enabling onboard ships hydrogen production from LNG and capturing carbon in solid form

DNV awarded Hycamite an Approval in Principle (AiP) for its concept design of a pre-combustion, solid-form carbon capture system that produces hydrogen from LNG onboard ships using Hycamite’s Thermo-Catalytic Decomposition (TCD) technology. This is the first time DNV has recognized this type of technology in an AiP.

Hycamite’s proprietary Thermo-Catalytic Decomposition (TCD) technology offers a new approach to producing clean hydrogen by breaking down methane, the primary component of liquefied natural gas (LNG), into hydrogen gas and solid carbon. Unlike conventional methods that emit carbon dioxide, Hycamite’s process uses heat and recyclable catalysts in an oxygen-free environment, resulting in zero CO₂ emissions and generating valuable solid carbon byproducts such as graphite and carbon nanofibers.

This innovation is notable for its ability to tackle the challenges of decarbonization in maritime transportation. Hycamite’s promising new solution with methane-splitting technology may enable the use of hydrogen onboard larger LNG-powered deep-sea vessels. The onboard system allows vessels to convert LNG into hydrogen during operation, providing a clean fuel source for dual-fuel engines or fuel cells. Simultaneously, the solid carbon is captured and stored onboard, eliminating the need for liquid hydrogen infrastructure and significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions. If biomethane is used as a fuel, operation of the vessel is potentially carbon negative.

“This milestone marks a significant step forward in sustainable shipping and low-carbon energy innovation,” says Laura Rahikka, CEO of Hycamite. “DNV’s Approval in Principle highlights the viability of our methane-splitting technology and its potential for maritime applications. By enabling onboard hydrogen production from LNG and capturing carbon in solid form, our solution offers a practical alternative to liquefied hydrogen while dramatically reducing greenhouse gas emissions.”

“At DNV there is nothing that makes us more proud than helping to enable the deployment of truly novel technologies,” added Torill Grimstad Osberg, Senior Principal Expert in the Alternative fuels and piping systems section at DNV Maritime. “This AiP is the first time we have recognized a pre-combustion carbon capture technology designed for shipboard hydrogen production, and we congratulate Hycamite on their innovative and forward-looking approach to tackling shipping’s decarbonization challenge. Because as the maritime industry works towards net zero, finding new fuel solutions that are efficient, scalable and green is vital. We look forward to building on this cooperation and are ready to put our expertise towards helping to safely realize the benefits of this innovative technology.”

This breakthrough technology can potentially reshape the future of shipping by enabling onboard hydrogen generation from LNG without requiring new fuelling infrastructure. By capturing carbon in solid form, it also supports the creation of a circular carbon economy while at sea, offering a practical path to decarbonize LNG-powered vessels and reduce greenhouse gas emissions across global fleets.

An Approval in Principle (AiP) is an independent evaluation of a concept based on a predefined framework of requirements. It confirms the feasibility of the design and ensures there are no significant technical obstacles hindering its implementation.

Press release https://hycamite.com

Air Product Europe transported the first large prefabricated modules of the HyCO4 hydrogen production plant in Rotterdam

A key milestone for our CO₂ capture installation at the HyCO4 hydrogen production plant in Rotterdam has been achieved, the Air Product Europe announced in its LinkedIn.

The first large prefabricated modules arrived by charter vessel, were offloaded in the Port of Rotterdam, and transported to the ExxonMobil refinery site. Using a roll-on/roll-off pier and SPMT transport, the modules were carefully moved across the site to our construction area.

Coordinating the offloading, lifting, transport, and installation required detailed planning and strong teamwork across multiple partners, and was executed on a tight schedule.Another great step forward in enabling CO₂ reduction through the Porthos system.

Source https://tinyurl.com/mu6v6hkx

HyOrc Enters North American Rail with Hydrogen-Ready Engine MOU 

HyOrc Corporation, a clean-energy technology company developing multi-fuel engines and waste-to-methanol systems,  announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Zeltech (Zero Emissions Locomotive Technologies) to jointly develop and deploy HyOrc’s hydrogen-ready gas-engine locomotives in the United States. This dual focus on two high-growth, high-margin markets strengthens HyOrc’s positioning as it advances toward its OTCQB uplisting and ongoing SEC reporting process, offering investors exposure to scalable clean-energy growth.

The collaboration will focus initially on a California-based pilot project, where the partners plan to engage with the California Energy Commission (CEC) and other agencies for grant support. The program aims to demonstrate HyOrc’s patented external-combustion powertrain, a zero-emission, multi-fuel system that can operate on hydrogen, natural gas, or renewable fuels — offering freight operators a cost-effective path to decarbonization.

This partnership targets the U.S. freight rail market, which is valued at an estimated $71.8 billion (2025). The sector is under increasing regulatory and competitive pressure to transition its fleet, creating a significant, mandated growth opportunity for zero-emission powertrain retrofits.

“This partnership marks HyOrc’s entry into the North American rail market,” said Andrea Magalini, President of HyOrc. “Zeltech’s rail expertise and our proven powertrain technology create a strong foundation for clean, scalable freight transport.”

In parallel, HyOrc is advancing its green methanol project in Portugal, based on its proprietary waste-to-methanol technology that converts municipal solid waste into clean fuel. The Portugal facility is expected to include an offtake agreement with a rated international buyer, which is the final step required to enable project financing and deliver long-term, guaranteed revenue visibility. As global shipping transitions to methanol to meet IMO 2030 targets, HyOrc’s projects position the company to serve one of the world’s fastest-growing clean-fuel markets.

Unlike technologies reliant on subsidies, HyOrc’s projects are underpinned by guaranteed demand and contract-based revenues — including methanol sales through long-term offtakes and locomotive retrofits financed directly by freight operators.

“Our technology is validated, audit complete, and SEC reporting transition underway,” added Magalini. “HyOrc is now focused on disciplined execution and value creation through real, revenue-generating assets.”

Press release https://hyorc.com/investors/

KobeSteel : low-CO₂ blast furnace steel product Kobenable® Steel adopted for Toyota mass-produced vehicles. 

The product uses hot briquetted iron (HBI)(direct reduced iron) which source directly reduced with #hydrogen-rich reducing

gas reformed from natural gas

The product uses hot briquetted iron (HBI)(direct reduced iron) which source directly reduced with hydrogen-rich reducing

gas reformed from natural gas

Kobe Steel, Ltd. announces that its low-CO2 blast furnace steel product Kobenable® Steel has been adopted by Toyota Motor Corporation for its mass-produced vehicles. Kobenable®Premier, which reduces 100% of CO2 emissions in steel production based on the mass balance method,*1 will be used as part of steel sheet materials.

Kobenable® Steel, developed by Kobe Steel based on its original CO2 reduction solution,*2is available for all types of steel products (steel sheets, steel plates, wire rods and bars) manufactured at the company’s Kakogawa Works and Kobe Wire Rod & Bar Plant. In addition, since it maintains the same level of high quality as conventional products, customers can use low-CO2 blast furnace steel for products that require high quality, such as special steel wire rods and ultra-high-tensile strength steel, which are Kobe Steel’s specialties.

Toyota Motor Corporation adopted Kobenable® Steel for use in specific components of its hydrogen engine-equipped racing vehicle, the Corolla, in 2022 and the carbon-neutral fuel vehicle GR86 in 2023.*3 Following these successful applications, Kobe Steel and Toyota discussed and studied the potential use of Kobenable® Steel in mass-produced vehicle parts, leading to this adoption.

Kobe Steel Group, also known as the Kobelco Group, is working on the transformation into an appealing company, as set out in its Medium-Term Management Plan (Fiscal 2024-2026). As part of this effort, the Group is advancing an initiative called KOBELCO-X, which spans a wide range of transformations. The adoption of Kobenable® Steel for mass-produced vehicles is linked to Green Transformation (GX)―Contributing to societal decarbonization through providing low-CO2 blast furnace steel product Kobenable® Steel to the automotive industry.

The Kobelco Group is also taking on the challenge of realizing carbon neutrality under the Medium-Term Management Plan. The promotion of low-CO2 steel products is an initiative that contribute to achieving this goal.

We will move forward with our transformation initiatives aimed at making our company more appealing to all of our stakeholders, while continuing to provide solutions to the needs of society through the integration of our distinctive technologies, products, and services, as we strive to create a world in which people, now and in the future, can fulfill their hopes and dreams while enjoying safe, secure, and prosperous lives.

1. *1. Mass-balance method: Steelmakers allocate their CO2 reductions to a certain portion of products by receiving a certificate for their CO2 reductions in accordance with the Guidelines for Green Transition/Transformation Steel (GX Steel) established by the Japan Iron and Steel Federation (JISF). The items that have been allocated CO2 reductions are classified as steel products with low-CO2 emission intensity. Our low-CO2 blast furnace steel product is a GX steel product as defined by the JISF.
2. *2. Kobe Steel’s original CO2 reduction solution for blast furnace ironmaking: This technology, demonstrated at Kobe Steel’s production site Kakogawa Works, achieves a significant reduction of CO2 emissions from the blast furnace by charging into the blast furnace a large amount of hot briquetted iron (HBI) manufactured via the MIDREX® Process, a direct reduced ironmaking process, which accounts for about 80% of the world’s natural gas-based direct reduced iron (DRI) production (60% of the world’s overall DRI production). It can reduce CO2 emissions in the blast furnace ironmaking process by 20-40%.
3. *3. Application of Kobenable® Steel in Toyota racing vehicles:
   • Low CO₂ Kobenable Steel adopted by Japanese auto company for hydrogen-powered vehicle (June 3, 2022)
   • Kobe Steel’s low-CO₂ blast furnace steel product Kobenable Steel selected for use in special steel wire rods (July 4, 2023).

Press release https://www.kobelco.co.jp/english/releases/2025/1218582_18643.html

Zijin Mining’s Hydrogen Unit Launches China’s Largest Commercial Ammonia-to-Hydrogen Refueling Station, Slashing Costs by 40% 

FZU Zijin Hydrogen Power, a subsidiary of Zijin Mining, completed the construction of China’s first commercial 1,000 kg/day ammonia-based hydrogen production and refueling station in the Nanhai District of Foshan, Guangdong Province. The largest facility of its kind in the country, the station is set to cut hydrogen costs by 40% compared to conventional production methods.

The station represents a breakthrough in the commercial application of ammonia-based hydrogen technology in China, creating a success story for clean energy production and consumption at scale.

By introducing its innovative model of direct liquid ammonia supply for on-site hydrogen production and immediate refueling, FZU Zijin addresses the key industry challenges of costly and inefficient hydrogen transport. This proprietary system eliminates the need for tube trailers, which are widely used by conventional refuel stations to ship hydrogen. Central to this breakthrough is FZU Zijin’s technology, which leverages specialized low-temperature catalysts, new reactor structures, and novel processes to maintain an ammonia decomposition rate of over 99.5% at temperatures below 480°C.

The company’s end-to-end technological solution for hydrogen production, storage, transport, and refueling reduces hydrogen costs for end-users by 40-50% compared to conventional methods. With a daily hydrogen production capacity of 1,000 kg, the station can meet the operational needs of up to 100 hydrogen-powered vehicles, effectively establishing a scalable model for ammonia-to-hydrogen conversion and turning the technological concept into a commercial reality.

The inauguration of the refueling station is a major step forward in implementing China’s hydrogen energy development plan and promoting green, low-carbon growth. The station is expected to set a new benchmark for the industry and provide a crucial basis for the large-scale commercialization of hydrogen energy in China.

Press release https://www.zijinmining.com/news/news-detail-122389.htm

Hyundai Motor Group and Pyeongtaek City Collaborate to Advance Carbon-Neutral Hydrogen Port Development

    Hyundai Motor Group (the Group)  announced a multilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Pyeongtaek City and key partners to develop carbon-neutral hydrogen port initiatives. The partnership aims to establish Korean model for port decarbonization and contribute to national carbon neutrality goals.

Under the agreement, Hyundai Motor Company will oversee hydrogen-related business strategy, while Kia Corporation and Hyundai Glovis Co. will introduce and operate hydrogen fuel cell power generators at their facilities in Pyeongtaek Port. The initiative aims to lay the foundation for large-scale hydrogen use across port operations.

The plan includes leveraging the hydrogen production complex near Pyeongtaek Port to establish a stable hydrogen-based power supply system with a 15-km pipeline. The Group and partners will complement these efforts with joint technology development and demonstration projects for fuel cell generators at Kia and Hyundai Glovis facilities.

The Group and Pyeongtaek City will turn these plans into a comprehensive energy framework for port operations. This framework will ensure reliability through fuel cell power generation and an integrated hydrogen supply system. In parallel, they will expand hydrogen-powered transport vehicles and port equipment and install hydrogen refueling stations. 

Ken Ramirez, Head of Global Energy & Hydrogen Business Division at Hyundai Motor Group said: “Hyundai is honored to jointly drive this important collaboration  as a  public-private partnership aimed at delivering real-world hydrogen applications to achieve the goals of both, the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries’ ‘Hydrogen Port’ policy and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport’s ‘Hydrogen City’ policy. It represents the first domestic initiative to establish a broad hydrogen ecosystem for port decarbonization, leveraging Pyeongtaek Port’s advanced infrastructure.” 

Long-term plans for the project include developing hydrogen and ammonia bunkering facilities to support future zero-emission vessels and exploring the adoption of Alternative Maritime Power (AMP) systems to reduce emissions from berthed ships.

The Group and Pyeongtaek City aim to expand the green hydrogen supply chain through ammonia imports and broaden hydrogen-based operations to enhance stability and efficiency. Collaboration with Gyeonggi Pyeongtaek Port Corporation (GPPC) and the Pyeongtaek Regional Office of Oceans and Fisheries will focus on business expansion strategies and regulatory improvements.

Starting in November 2024, Hyundai Motor has piloted Korea’s first hydrogen-powered auto transport truck between its Asan plant and Pyeongtaek Port, underscoring the Group’s commitment to decarbonizing port logistics and building a comprehensive hydrogen mobility ecosystem.

Hyundai Motor Group aims to contribute to the development of Pyeongtaek’s hydrogen ecosystem by leveraging its group-wide hydrogen business capabilities through HTWO, the Group’s dedicated hydrogen brand and business platform. The Group continues to advance scalable hydrogen solutions across the comprehensive value chain while fostering collaboration, innovation, and investment with external partners to accelerate the transition to a sustainable hydrogen economy.

Press release https://www.kianewscenter.com

Applied Hydrogen has begun the first functional tests of its 30-ton hydrogen-powered excavator, the EC 300 Hydrogen

“The first tests of complete systems in the excavator powers by hydrogen”, the Applied Hydrogen announced in its LinkedIn.

“Several solutions for both filling and using hydrogen in the construction industry are currently reaching market maturity. We believe our machine will help more construction sites become more emission-free, and we also see great potential for exporting our solution to other countries following Norway in this important area,” says Vidar Sten-Halvorsen, CEO of Applied Hydrogen.

Applied Hydrogen has been working with the Volvo Group on the development of the EC 300 Hydrogen for several years.

Sourse https://tinyurl.com/3fwknxb7

ULEMCo has secured a £1.8m loan from Innovate UK to develop hydrogen solutions for transport 

ULEMCo has secured a £1.8m loan from Innovate UK to accelerate development of its new range of solutions designed for vehicles that are notoriously hard to decarbonise – including fire engines, ambulances and HGVs. The range will include a product that combines an electric motor with hydrogen combustion engines to replace the diesel engine in existing vehicles, as well as a hydrogen fuel-cell solution to extend the range of electric vehicles.

ULEMCo raised £5m last year in a funding round led by NPIF – Mercia Equity Finance, which is managed by Mercia Ventures as part of the first Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund (NPIF) to help it develop the technology, and since then has achieved a number of milestones.  Earlier this year a hydrogen-powered baggage truck it developed was used at Exeter Airport in the first turnround of a commercial aircraft using renewable energy. ULEMCo has also recently introduced the HyTANKa – a fully autonomous mobile hydrogen fuel bowser to address the problem of delivering hydrogen to construction or other off-road sites.

ULEMCo currently offers a dual-fuel solution that allows heavy duty diesel vehicles to replace significant volumes of fossil fuel with zero-carbon hydrogen.  It enables fleet operators to reduce carbon emissions without replacing their existing vehicles, and continue to operate in areas with poor hydrogen supply.

In June this year, the government announced plans to tackle hydrogen supply chain challenges by investing £500m to create the UK’s first regional hydrogen transport and storage infrastructure, and signed the first round of contracts to support private investment in production facilities.

At ULEMCo we are focussed on finding practical ways to help companies cut their carbon emissions. Our dual fuel solution enables them to quickly convert existing vehicles and reduce the use of fossil fuels, however our goal has always been to offer zero emissions solutions too. We know that for many applications battery technology is not only very expensive, but it cannot match the operational needs of fleets. Therefore we are excited about our new range, which will enable customers to fully decarbonise their existing vehicles at a much more affordable cost.

Amanda Lyne, MD of ULEMCo: “ULEMCo is one of the UK’s leading innovators in the field of hydrogen transport and has built a thriving business, even though supply problems have so far limited uptake. With the government’s investment in infrastructure is expected to create renewed interest in hydrogen vehicles, ULEMCo will be well positioned to take advantage of the growing demand”.

Press release https://ulemco.com/ulemco-secures-funding-for-zero-emission-technologies/

SAMSUNG E&A Unveils 100MW PEM-based ‘CompassH2-P’ at ADIPEC 2025

SAMSUNG E&A announced that it was proud to launch the new green hydrogen production solution – ‘CompassH2-P’, developed with company’s partner Nel Hydrogen. 

The 100MW PEM-based ‘CompassH2-P’ follows  ‘CompassH2-A’ (AEC-based) solution, offering high-pressure (30 barg) and ultra-pure (99.9995%) hydrogen, while reducing plant footprint through innovative design.

With both alkaline and PEM technologies, SAMSUNG E&A and Nel Hydrogen now deliver customized, high-efficiency green hydrogen solutions for diverse project needs. 

President & CEO, SAMSUNG E&A., Hong Namkoong said:

 “The launch of Compass H2-P is an important milestone in the mid- to long-term partnership between Nel Hydrogen and SAMSUNG E&A.”

 Source https://tinyurl.com/mwsp37ke

Nel ASA -Technology provider for GreenH hydrogen projects in Kristiansund and Slagentangen

Nel ASA announced that it has entered into an agreement with GreenH to be the technology provider for the Enova-supported projects in Kristiansund and Slagentangen.

GreenH develops, builds, owns, and operates hydrogen production facilities based on renewable energy. The company aims to establish a network of distributed hydrogen production sites to enable decarbonization in the maritime, transport, and industrial sectors. GreenH focuses on scalable solutions located close to end users, reducing logistics costs and supporting the development of efficient, regional hydrogen value chains.

The facilities in Kristiansund and Slagentangen are intended to supply green hydrogen to industrial and maritime users and form part of GreenH’s broader efforts to establish a network of distributed hydrogen production in Norway.

“We have worked together with Nel on finding the right electrolyser concept for Kristiansund and Slagentangen over a longer period. We are very pleased with the signing of this agreement and thereby bringing in Nel as a partner on these two projects that are very important for GreenH,” says Morten Solberg Watle, CEO of Green H AS

“We are pleased to support GreenH in developing regional hydrogen infrastructure in Norway, and we look forward to working together as they move forward,” says Håkon Volldal, CEO and President of Nel ASA.

Nel has entered into an agreement regarding delivery of electrolyser equipment, including associated engineering and technical support. Final scope, size, and delivery schedules will be confirmed later, but will be minimum 10 MW per site, totaling more than 20 MW.

Press release https://tinyurl.com/mpwzztwp

14 New Hydrogen Articulated Buses for Sustainable Mobility in Duisburg

Duisburg Transport Company (DVG) is working with the City of Duisburg to modernize the infrastructure for a future-proof and sustainable public transport system. DVG and the city have already achieved a great deal in recent years.

Fourteen new Solaris Urbino 18 hydrogen articulated buses have arrived at the Unkelstein depot ahead of schedule. Originally, delivery of the vehicles was planned for the end of 2025. Shortly before the start of regular service, Mayor Sören Link and DVG Chief Technology Officer Andreas Gutschek presented the new hydrogen-powered fuel cell buses. Three of the 14 hydrogen articulated buses will feature eye-catching livery and will travel through Duisburg, promoting the International Garden Exhibition Ruhr Area 2027 (IGA) in the city.

Full press release ( translated by Google)

MHI and Nippon Shokubai to Develop Ammonia Cracking System for NEDO’s Hydrogen Supply Chain Project

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. and NIPPON SHOKUBAI CO., LTD. have received approval for their jointly submitted proposal to Japan’s New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) for its “Development of Technologies for Building a Competitive Hydrogen Supply Chain” project.

The selected project aims to develop technology for the construction of a hydrogen supply chain using ammonia as a hydrogen carrier (hydrogen storage and transport medium), promoting development of medium-scale, decentralized ammonia cracking technology near hydrogen demand sites. The project advances ammonia cracking technology using steam and exhaust gases, employing an independently developed, low-temperature, highly active and highly durable ammonia cracking catalyst without the use of noble metals typically used in conventional low-temperature active catalysts. This innovative technology will be used to verify challenges toward practical application.

Following the project selection, the two companies will conduct the following activities during the project period through fiscal 2027, with long-term testing in mind, using a commercial-scale demonstration plant. MHI will leverage its extensive experience in ammonia plant construction and its knowledge of ammonia handling to carry out the basic design (Front End Engineering Design: FEED) of the demonstration plant. MHI will finalize the demonstration plant specifications aiming to resolve technical challenges necessary for commercialization, with support from Hokkaido Electric Power Co., Inc. (HEPCO). Nippon Shokubai will promote the development of elemental technologies focused on verifying the durability of ammonia cracking catalysts, utilizing its abundant experience and expertise in catalyst development and practical application, including process catalysts such as acrylic acid catalysts and environmental catalysts for automotive and exhaust gas treatment.

MHI and Nippon Shokubai will promote the development of ammonia cracking systems that contribute to building hydrogen and ammonia supply chains, aiming for early establishment and social implementation of decarbonization technologies, and contributing to the realization of a sustainable carbon-neutral society.

HEPCO, aiming to achieve carbon neutrality in Hokkaido by 2050 across the entire energy sector, is expanding the introduction of renewable energy and decarbonizing power sources, while promoting initiatives related to ammonia, hydrogen, and carbon capture utilization and storage (CCUS) in the Tomakomai region and other areas of Hokkaido.

Press release https://www.mhi.com/news

Plug Power Begins 5 MW Electrolyzer Installation for H2 Hollandia, Set to Become Netherlands’s Largest Green Hydrogen Initiative

Plug Power Inc., a global leader in comprehensive hydrogen solutions for the hydrogen economy, announced it has started installation of its 5 MW electrolyzer for the H2 Hollandia project, the first decentralized green hydrogen hub initiative currently under construction in the Netherlands. Developed by Novar and Avitec, the project links the 115-MWp Vloeivelden Hollandia solar park directly to a Plug electrolyzer system, establishing a new model and serving as a path for localized, small and midscale renewable hydrogen production.

The electrolyzer at H2 Hollandia produces green hydrogen without placing any additional burden on the electricity grid. Because the system is directly connected to the adjacent solar farm, it can convert surplus solar generation, energy that would otherwise be curtailed, into hydrogen that can be stored and distributed for use in transport and industry

The project broke ground in early September and is scheduled to be operational in 2026. Upon completion, H2 Hollandia will be the first operational electrolyzer hydrogen hub in the Netherlands producing entirely green hydrogen and delivering roughly 300,000 kilograms annually for sustainable mobility and industrial use across the region.

“H2 Hollandia is a powerful example of how renewable energy and hydrogen production can be seamlessly integrated at scale,” said Jose Luis Crespo, President and Chief Revenue Officer of Plug. “The project demonstrates how Plug’s electrolyzer technology can help relieve grid congestion, strengthen energy resilience, and accelerate industrial decarbonization. This project is an important step in our broader European expansion, as we continue deploying commercial-scale systems that make clean hydrogen production both practical and scalable.”

“Plug’s electrolyzer technology is a key enabler of H2 Hollandia’s vision,” said H2 Hollandia representative. “By directly integrating Plug’s system with our solar park, we’re able to convert renewable energy into green hydrogen without adding stress to the grid. This is critical to realizing the Netherlands’ hydrogen hub ambitions. This collaboration shows what’s possible when advanced technology and strong regional partnerships come together to accelerate our clean energy transition.”

H2 Hollandia reflects the Dutch government’s broader hydrogen strategy, where public-policy support and regional cooperation join to advance the Netherlands as a major hydrogen hub in Northwest Europe. Clean hydrogen is essential to the energy transition, enabling new jobs, improved air quality, and reduction of carbon emissions across industry, mobility, and infrastructure. Through this approach, the region is building one of the Netherlands’ most advanced clean-energy ecosystems, positioning local industry, transport, and utilities to meet the Dutch government’s targets for hydrogen deployment, infrastructure readiness, and achieving long-term climate neutrality.

For Plug Power, the project marks a significant expansion of its presence in the Netherlands and follows the company’s ongoing operations at the Green Box facility in Hengelo, where Plug operates a demonstration site showcasing its PEM electrolyzer and integrated hydrogen systems. With H2 Hollandia now entering the installation phase, Plug transitions from demonstration to full commercial deployment in one of Europe’s most dynamic hydrogen markets. Plug Power continues to build a fully integrated hydrogen ecosystem—from production and storage to distribution and power generation—to help customers and partners achieve their business and sustainability objectives across industrial, transportation and energy sectors in North America and Europe.

Press release https://tinyurl.com/4ewzr9b5

Westport Reveals CNG Solution for Natural Gas HPDI™ Engines

Engines will be able to operate on natural gas and renewable natural gas (“RNG”) as well as blends of natural gas, RNG and hydrogen

Innovative and proprietary solution aims to set a new standard for high-efficiency performance while delivering superior economics and flexibility to operate on natural gas and renewable natural gas (“RNG”) as well as blends of natural gas, RNG and hydrogen

Westport Fuel Systems Inc., a supplier of alternative fuel systems and components for the global transportation industry, today announces a breakthrough solution designed to dramatically expand the addressable market for HPDI™ while significantly improving the affordability and performance of heavy-duty natural gas trucks in many markets globally. Westport’s compressed natural gas (“CNG”) solution, when combined with the on-engine HPDI™ fuel system of Cespira, Westport’s joint venture with the Volvo Group, is designed to enable fleet operators to achieve diesel-like performance at a lower total cost of ownership and reduce or even eliminate greenhouse gas emissions.

The HPDI system has been commercially available for several years as a liquefied natural gas (“LNG”) solution. This LNG HPDI technology is now operating in more than 30 countries, powering over 9,000 trucks worldwide. However, in many markets with extensive pipeline infrastructure and abundant natural gas resources—particularly in North America—Westport believes that a CNG solution is a better fit than LNG. Until now, CNG has not been an option for the HPDI system.

Westport is revealing today a proprietary CNG solution that leverages advanced high-pressure storage technology, designed to deliver the performance required for HPDI. This breakthrough enables faster time-to-market for CNG-powered HPDI applications and prioritizes reduced lifecycle costs by optimizing system design. The new platform will expand HPDI’s reach to markets that require a CNG-based solution, enhancing its accessibility and economic advantages. Field testing for Westport’s CNG solution is expected to begin in 2026, with the path to commercialization expected to follow.

“Westport is redefining what’s possible for natural gas-powered transportation,” said Dan Sceli, Chief Executive Officer of Westport. “Our goal has always been to deliver practical, affordable, and scalable solutions for fleets that need reliability and performance without compromising sustainability. We believe that CNG with HPDI will give operators a clear advantage over other low-carbon technology options—helping fleets reduce costs, cut emissions, and stay competitive in a changing market.”

“Conventional and renewable natural gas are among the cleanest, most affordable, and scalable motor fuels,” said Daniel Gage, President of The Transport Project, a Washington DC-based coalition of North American fleets, equipment and engine manufacturers, fuelers, and fuel producers that advances the growth and deployment of practical, clean, gaseous fuels for commercial transportation. “The use of renewable natural gas in transportation has grown by 93% in the past five years. Westport’s CNG solution will introduce a new natural gas technology for the North American market, which along with CNG’s low cost and stable pricing, will increase product options for commercial fleets and further the case for natural gas as the best alternative to diesel.”

Westport is already operating on the road. An engineering truck equipped with a CNG system in Vancouver, Canada, is showcasing some of the potential of the technology’s real-world performance and fuel efficiency. Additionally, the Company plans to have demonstration trucks with the full proprietary CNG system operating real-world fleet applications in 2026, as Westport expands customer demonstration programs to validate the system’s benefits under diverse operating conditions.

“The transportation industry recognizes the economic and environmental benefits of natural gas-based solutions while maintaining operational efficiency,” added Sceli. “By providing a CNG solution for HPDI, we can bring the benefits enjoyed by customers in Europe to North America.”

“We are encouraged by this initiative by Westport. This appears to be a practical step toward delivering lower prices at the pump while also lowering emissions in the heavy-duty transport sector, all without compromising the power, reliability, or efficiency of compression ignition,” said Brad Fedora, President & CEO at Trican Well Services Ltd. “Trican owns hundreds of heavy duty trucks, which are on the road every day, and our demanding operating conditions, where diesel-like performance is essential, need a solution where we don’t have to choose between performance and sustainability. Trican will be following the development of this HPDI system for CNG in real-world conditions typical of our industry.”

“We are also encouraged by the federal government’s continued commitment—reaffirmed in Budget 2025 through Canada’s Climate Competitiveness Strategy—to strengthen Canadian leadership in a low-carbon economy,” added Sceli. “The Budget confirms ongoing support for clean hydrogen, renewable natural gas, and other bio-based energy solutions through Clean Economy Investment Tax Credits and clean-growth programs. These measures reinforce Canada’s transition toward net-zero by 2050 and pave the way for greater adoption of innovative low-carbon technologies such as ours.”

Press release https://www.westport.com

Cell Impact and thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering have entered a cooperation agreement in the field of hydrogen

 Cell Impact and thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering have entered a Strategic Cooperation Agreement for Joint Market Success in the Field of Hydrogen. The agreement includes a shared ambition to carry out joint marketing activities as well as technical development of flow plates and manufacturing processes for fuel cells and electrolyzers.

The cooperation between Cell Impact and thyssenkrupp Automotion Engineering is based upon Cell Impact Forming™ – a patented dry forming method using high kinetic energy to shape complex patterns in ultra-thin metal. By precisely controlling the impact velocity, it enables exceptional channel accuracy and thickness uniformity—ideal for flow plates in fuel cells and electrolyzers.

thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering is a business unit of the automotive segment of the industrial group thyssenkrupp. With a focus on drive and battery assembly systems – particularly for electric mobility – the company offers high-quality, innovative automation solutions for series production. Around 1,100 employees work for Automation Engineering across ten countries on three continents.

“They have extensive experience in automation and industrialization, and are simply a highly suitable partner for us. Based on Cell Impact Forming™, our unique and patented forming technology, we can scale the business together with thyssenkrupp by developing, marketing, and supplying cost-effective and high-quality flow plates to customers worldwide,” says Daniel Vallin, CEO of Cell Impact.

During several years, Cell Impact has been developing forming technology and other process steps to enable industrial-scale production of flow plates once market demand is established.

The company has already manufactured and delivered several million flow plates to customers in Asia, North America, and Europe.

The cooperation agreement builds on a Letter of Intent (LOI) that the parties agreed upon in July 2025.

Press release https://tinyurl.com/299w8uuj

Rijkswaterstaat commissioned the Netherlands’ first fully emission-free crane vessel powered by hydrogen

The Prins ZEs is the Netherlands’ first fully emission-free crane vessel, developed by Van den Herik-Sliedrecht. This floating crane installation is used for dredging and maintenance of banks and waterways. The onboard power is supplied by hydrogen. By converting hydrogen into electricity via fuel cells, the vessel can operate without combustion and without emissions.

The Prins ZEs combines a battery capacity of approximately 2 MWh with hydrogen fuel cells that can generate up to 3,600 kWh of electricity daily. This allows the vessel to sail and operate electrically for a full workday, without being dependent on shore power or charging stations along the water.

“The Prins ZEs proves that innovation and responsibility go hand in hand,” says Isolde Struijk, director of Van den Herik. “Sustainability is of strategic importance to our family business.” With this technology, we are not only taking a technical step, but we are also demonstrating that sustainability is feasible, even in a sector that traditionally consumes a lot of energy.’

Press release (translated by Google) https://www.rijkswaterstaat.nl/nieuws/archief/2025/10/duurzame-oplossingen-in-de-praktijk-emissieloze-schepen-varen-uit

IFF Benicarló Pioneers On-Site Green Hydrogen Production Facility for Sustainable Fragrance Ingredient Manufacturing 

IFF (NYSE: IFF), a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and biosciences, announced the installation of a nature-based hydrogen production facility at its Scent R&D and fragrance ingredients manufacturing plant in Benicarló, Spain. The site has partnered with Iberdrola, one of the world’s largest producers of renewable energy, to become the first in the fragrance industry to rely on renewable electricity for hydrogenation reactions used in manufacturing key fragrance ingredients. Aligned with the company’s commitment to Do More Good for people and planet, the site’s system can make 100 tons of clean hydrogen annually using renewable energy. It includes a built-in compressor to store hydrogen on-site — reducing the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of its products and supporting customers worldwide in achieving their decarbonization goals.

“The Benicarló site’s new hydrogen production capability is a major shift from traditional ‘gray hydrogen’ production methods like steam methane reforming, which relies on fossil fuels and offsite production,” said Jaime Gomezflores, senior vice president of global operations manufacturing for IFF Scent. “This is the first step to providing technology and expanding the production to reduce operational emissions in the future.”

IFF Benicarló is dedicated to the creation of fragrance ingredients. The site’s geography is well-suited to support green hydrogen production because of Spain’s abundant natural resources and industrial demand. Powered by solar panels, the green hydrogen production facility at IFF’s Benicarló site is used for hydrogenation reactions needed to create more than 50 key IFF ingredients, such as Cashmeran and Kharismal.

The switch to green hydrogen eliminates 2,000 tons of carbon dioxide emissions per year, helping IFF meet its sustainability targets — including cutting direct emissions (scope 1 and 2) by 50% and indirect emissions (scope 3) by 30% by 2030. Longer term, IFF aims for net zero emissions from its operations by 2040.

The new production facility is part of a 10-year renewable hydrogen energy agreement with Iberdrola. IFF aims to use the industry’s first integrated green hydrogen plant as a blueprint for innovation across its manufacturing network. IFF’s transition to green hydrogen is one of many initiatives designed to support operations for a sustainable future. Over the last year, IFF unveiled its ECHA-compliant, biodegradable scent delivery system for fabric care, ENVIROCAP™, and announced a partnership with Reservas Votorantim for sustainable bioprospecting in Brazil’s largest private Atlantic Forest reserve.

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Press release https://www.iff.com/media/news/

OMV and Masdar sign binding agreement to develop new 140 MW green hydrogen plant in Austria 

• OMV and Masdar to establish a joint venture company for development and operation of the new electrolyzer plant in Bruck an der Leitha, Austria
• The joint venture will be majority-owned by OMV, with Masdar holding a 49 percent share
• Partnership combines OMV’s strategic leadership under its integrated Fuels and Chemicals business with Masdar’s global experience in financing, developing and delivering clean energy projects
• Collaboration sets the stage for future cooperation in green hydrogen, synthetic fuels and chemicals

OMV, Austria’s integrated energy, fuels and chemicals company, and Masdar, a global clean energy leader, have signed a binding agreement to establish a joint venture (JV) for the financing, construction and operation of the 140 MW green hydrogen electrolyzer plant in Bruck an der Leitha, Austria.

This landmark project will be one of Europe’s largest green hydrogen production facilities and marks a major step in OMV’s commitment to decarbonizing its Schwechat refinery and accelerating the energy transformation. Construction of the facility began in September 2025 and it is expected to be operational in 2027.

The JV between OMV and Masdar will be majority-owned by OMV with Masdar owning 49 percent. The partnership combines OMV’s strategic leadership under its integrated Fuels and Chemicals business and Masdar’s commercial, financial and technical expertise in developing and operating clean energy projects worldwide. OMV, which is already running a 10 MW electrolyzer plant for green hydrogen in Schwechat, will procure the renewable electricity for production and own the green hydrogen produced.

The partnership lays the foundation for a future strategic collaboration between OMV and Masdar to explore green hydrogen, synthetic sustainable aviation fuels (e-SAF) and synthetic chemicals production in both the UAE and Central and Northern Europe, following the signing of the Letter of Intent in April earlier this year. The JV is anticipated to close in early 2026, conditional on completion of final documentation, shareholders’ approvals and regulatory approvals.

The binding agreement was signed at ADIPEC in the presence of H.E. Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Chairman of Masdar, H.E. Dr. Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer, Austria’s Federal Minister of Economy, Energy and Tourism, Dr. Alfred Stern, Chairman of the Executive Board and CEO of OMV and Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, CEO of Masdar.

The agreement was formally signed by Martijn van Koten, OMV Member of the Executive Board and Executive Vice President Fuels and Chemicals and Mohammad Abdelqader El Ramahi, Chief Green Hydrogen Officer, Masdar.

H.E. Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Chairman of Masdar: “The UAE has a longstanding commitment to working with our partners to accelerate the global energy systems transformation. This joint venture unites Masdar’s two decades of renewable energy leadership with OMV’s industrial capability, paving the way for future commercial opportunities across Europe. Today’s agreement also underscores the deep and growing collaboration between the UAE and Austria in powering growth for the information age.”

H.E. Dr. Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer, Austria’s Federal Minister of Economy, Energy and Tourism: “We can only secure jobs and prosperity in Austria if we stand firmly for open trade and build successful international partnerships. Together with strategic partnership between OMV and Masdar, we have brought one of the largest direct investments of recent years to Austria. OMV and Masdar are jointly constructing the fifth-largest hydrogen plant in Europe – right here in Austria. This project further strengthens Austria’s leading role in a key technology of the future. Our goal is clear: Austria aims to become Europe’s leading hydrogen hub. In doing so, we reaffirm our commitment to maintaining a strong, energy-intensive industrial base – to create jobs and secure prosperity for the future.”

Dr. Alfred Stern, Chairman of the Executive Board and CEO of OMV: “Green hydrogen is a key element in OMV’s Strategy 2030 for decarbonizing our fuels and chemicals production. Partnering with Masdar to develop one of Europe’s largest green hydrogen facilities in Austria marks a significant step forward. This joint venture builds upon our existing partnership by uniting deep technological expertise with a shared vision for progressing towards a climate-neutral future. It will be a cornerstone in transforming our operations and accelerating Europe’s energy transition.”

Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar: “This landmark partnership with OMV marks an important step in expanding Masdar’s green hydrogen footprint in Europe and strengthening the energy collaboration between the UAE and Austria. By combining Masdar’s global expertise in developing and scaling clean energy projects with OMV’s strong industrial and technological capabilities, this joint venture will accelerate the decarbonization of hard-to-abate industries and advance the development of a sustainable hydrogen economy in Europe.”

Press release https://tinyurl.com/yh3f2esv

Bosch has installed its new Hybrion PEM electrolysis unit at its plant in Bamberg

From manufacturing to application: Crafted with care at Bosch’s site in Bamberg, Hybrion PEM electrolysis stacks now power local hydrogen technology in Bosch H2 landscape at the Bamberg plant, the Bosch Hydrogen Energy announced in its LinkedIn.

Bosch premiered two Hybrion PEM electrolysis stacks as a modular container solution integrated into a FEST GmbH electrolyzer and celebrated market launch at Hannover Messe 2025.

 This container returned to Bavaria and has started to produce 

hydrogen for testing mobile fuel cell systems at  Bamberg plant. 

Source https://tinyurl.com/4bk488bf

Nel ASA receives PEM purchase order from the HyFuel and Kaupanes hydrogen projects valued at more than $50 million

Nel Hydrogen US, a subsidiary of Nel ASA (Nel, OSE:NEL), has received a firm purchase order from Kaupanes Hydrogen AS and HyFuel AS in Norway. Both are developed by Hydrogen Solutions AS (HYDS) in close collaboration with the respective project co-owners. Each project, both with a capacity of 20 MW, are based on Nel’s MC 500 containerized PEM systems, totaling 40 MW. The total contract value is above USD 50 million, the second largest firm purchase order Nel has ever received, and the company’s largest order ever for PEM equipment.

The HyFuel project is owned by HYDS, Sogn og Fjordane Energi AS and Fjord Base Holding AS. The hydrogen production facility will be located at the offshore supply base in Florø, Kinn municipality. HyFuel has been awarded NOK 180 million in support from Enova.

The Kaupanes project is owned by HYDS, Dalane Energi AS and Eigersund Næring og Havn KF. The hydrogen production facility will be located at the Kaupanes industrial area in Eigersund municipality. Kaupanes has been awarded NOK 206 million in support from Enova.

HYDS is a Norwegian company based in Leirvik, Stord. The company develops, owns, and operates facilities for green hydrogen production from renewable energy. Its business spans across the full value chain, from development, power sourcing and electrolysis, to distribution of hydrogen and related products. HYDS has a proven track record in establishing and operating hydrogen systems and is among the few Norwegian developers with both operational experience and a scalable project pipeline.

“We are very pleased to reach this decision and look forward to working with Nel as a key supplier on these two projects. This represents an important step in advancing the green hydrogen market in Norway and the Nordics” says HYDS CEO Frode Kirkedam.

“We are excited to sign these contracts. HYDS is an experienced developer, and we look forward to working closely with them on these two important projects in our home country of Norway,” says Nel’s President and CEO, Håkon Volldal

“This strategically important order represents Nel’s second largest contract to date in terms of value and marks an important milestone for the company coming out of a period of lower order intake. Nel has already delivered several systems globally based on its proven and reliable PEM platform. With today’s order we confirm the platform’s competitiveness also for larger installations and it will serve as a key reference for future projects,” Volldal says.

This is a firm purchase order for full scope containerized PEM solutions with a total contract value of above USD 50 million. The projects are expected to have a positive impact on Nel’s financial performance, product cost and increase the scale of Nel’s service and aftermarket operations in Europe. The systems will be delivered from H2’2026 throughout 2027 targeting commercial operation in early 2028. The stacks will be built at the automated Wallingford factory in the US.

Press release https://nelhydrogen.com

Everfuel and Crossbridge Energy Inaugurate HySynergy – Denmark Sends Green Hydrogen to Germany for the First Time

Denmark takes a decisive step in the green transition. Everfuel and Crossbridge Energy Fredericia are inaugurating the HySynergy plant in Fredericia – one of Europe’s first large-scale electrolysis plants to produce certified green hydrogen. At the same time, today marks the beginning of Denmark’s first export of green hydrogen, as the first filled hydrogen trailer is sent by truck to Germany.  

This milestone is being celebrated today at HySynergy in Fredericia with the participation of, among others, Finance Minister Nicolai Wammen, the Japanese Ambassador to Denmark Hideki Uyama, Mayor Christian Bro from Fredericia Municipality, CEO Finn Schousboe from Crossbridge Energy Fredericia, and leading voices from the European and Danish energy sectors.

Green hydrogen is a 100% clean energy carrier produced from renewable energy and is a key technology for the transition of heavy industry and transport in Europe. This is the first time that RFNBO-certified green hydrogen produced in Denmark is being exported abroad, where market conditions for green hydrogen are more favorable. With HySynergy, Everfuel demonstrates that the technology works and that Denmark can turn climate ambitions into concrete action, both nationally and internationally.

” HySynergy is a symbol of Denmark leading the way in Europe’s green transition. We have now shown that green hydrogen can be produced at industrial scale, delivered to industry – and exported. For years, Denmark has talked about the potential of green hydrogen. Now we are showing that it is possible in practice, paving the way for the establishment of a real value chain and, in the coming years, a multiplication of production capacities as the hydrogen pipeline to Germany becomes available,” says Jacob Krogsgaard, CEO and founder of Everfuel.

The HySynergy project has been developed in collaboration with the Crossbridge Energy Fredericia refinery, which already receives green hydrogen from the plant for use in the production of liquid fuels. The collaboration demonstrates how green hydrogen can technically be used in practice to reduce CO₂ emissions in traditional fuel production. 

”For Crossbridge Energy, the collaboration with Everfuel is an important milestone. We already use 35 tonnes of hydrogen per day in our production. That hydrogen is produced from fossil crude oil, but it can be replaced with green hydrogen, and we are already doing so in practice. Unfortunately, there is currently no incentive to keep improving. We have shown that we can – now legislation must keep up with developments so we can deliver on Denmark’s major green ambitions,” says Finn Schousboe, CEO of Crossbridge Energy.

HySynergy marks the first step in Everfuel’s ambition to establish over 2 GW of electrolysis capacity in Denmark by 2035. In addition to future expansions of HySynergy, the plan also includes the development of Project Frigg – a large-scale plant in Revsing Energy Park near Vejen, from where hydrogen can be delivered directly to German industrial customers via the upcoming hydrogen pipeline, expected to be ready in 2030.

Press release https://www.everfuel.com/news/

zepp.solutions introduces the new range of high-power hydrogen generator sets

zepp.solutions introduces the zepp.generator series: a new range of high-power hydrogen generator sets delivering up to 600 kW continuous and 1 MW peak power output. Designed as complete, containerised systems, these units make large-scale, off-grid, zero-emission power as easy to deploy as diesel, but without the noise or emissions.

The zepp.generator is already at work in the Netherlands, powering Van den Herik Sliedrecht’s Prins ZEs, the country’s first fully electric wire crane vessel. Each night, a 10-foot zepp.generator recharges the vessel’s 2 MWh battery packs, enabling a full day of emission-free dredging.

Built for versatility, these generators deliver clean, reliable power wherever it’s needed most: 

• Construction sites

• Temporary or remote industrial operations

• Maritime and shore power

• EV fast-charging hubs

• Grid-congested regions

Anywhere a diesel genset is used today, the zepp.generator can offer the same performance with comparable cost per kWh and none of the emissions.

With efficiency of up to 62% and proven hydrogen fuel cell technology from our X150 platform, the zepp.generator is a true alternative to diesel generator sets, delivering clean power, anywhere.

Press release https://tinyurl.com/ysadc2b3

AVINA: Vernon Reen Hydrogen Plant Enters Comisssioning stage

“We’re officially entering the commissioning phase”, the AVINA announced in its Linkedin.

“Our green hydrogen facility in Vernon, CA is on track to hit major completion milestones by the end of 2025.

Strategically located near the Port of Long Beach, the site will deliver low-cost, renewable hydrogen to fleet operators across the Los Angeles region, advancing decarbonization for medium and heavy-duty mobility”.

Source https://tinyurl.com/yw4yt3c6

Gas. Hybrid. Electric. Hydrogen. Toyota Showcases a Multi-Pathway Future of Mobility and Adventure

Toyota arrives at the 2025 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show with an inspiring message: “Powered by Possibility.” As the industry explores a future shaped by an ever-evolving variety of powertrain technologies, Toyota demonstrates how its diverse lineup—gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, battery-electric, and hydrogen fuel cell—powers every lifestyle, passion, and adventure.

Located in the Central Hall, Booth No. 22200 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Toyota’s “Powertrain Paddock” brings this philosophy to life. The immersive booth showcases a unique array of specialty build vehicles and accessories that highlight Toyota’s belief that no single solution fits every customer or every journey. From rugged overlanding rigs and track-bred GR performance machines to electrified concepts and hydrogen-powered innovation, the display reflects Toyota’s vision for a multi-pathway future where possibility is driven by choice.

“At Toyota, innovation drives us to explore new possibilities and redefine the future of mobility,” said Mike Tripp, group vice president, Toyota Division Marketing. “SEMA is the perfect venue to showcase how Toyota’s powertrain diversity meets the needs of today while pushing the limits for tomorrow. Whether you choose gas, hybrid, electric, or hydrogen, Toyota vehicles prove that efficiency, performance and adventure are possible in every form.”

Toyota’s 2025 showcase integrates specialty builds, concept vehicles, and the expansive Associated Accessory Products (AAP) portfolio to illustrate how each vehicle and powertrain can be personalized for different lifestyles. From off-road exploration to motorsport-inspired performance, Toyota’s Powertrain Paddock highlights how Toyota customers can chart their own course into the future—powered by possibility.

This year, Toyota‘s booth includes:

bZ Time Attack Concept
Toyota pushes all-electric performance to new limits with the bZ Time Attack Concept. Purpose-built for circuits and hill climbs, this high-downforce EV combines advanced battery-electric technology, lightweight construction, and fully functional aerodynamics to showcase the thrilling potential of future EVs—and deliver a bold glimpse into the possible future of motorsports.

Tacoma H2-Overlander Concept
The Tacoma H2-Overlander Concept reimagines overlanding with hydrogen power, merging rugged capability with advanced zero-emission technology. Outfitted for exploration, it showcases how hydrogen fuel-cell innovation and battery-electric technology could propel Tacoma’s legendary off-road spirit into a cleaner, more sustainable future of adventure.

Turbo Trail Cruiser
An icon reborn, the Turbo Trail Cruiser blends the classic 1985 Land Cruiser FJ60 with the modern power of Toyota’s i-FORCE 3.4L twin-turbo V6 engine. The result is a resto-mod that looks factory-original yet delivers nearly double the output of the FJ60’s original inline-six —preserving the Land Cruiser’s timeless character while showcasing Toyota’s ability to fuse heritage with contemporary engineering, all while maintaining Toyota’s powertrain DNA.

Corolla Cross Nasu Edition
The Corolla Cross Nasu Edition channels the spirit of Japan’s alpine adventures, blending everyday versatility with rugged style. Outfitted with bespoke accessories, bold design cues, and functional upgrades, this concept transforms the approachable Corolla Cross into a lifestyle-ready crossover built for mountain escapes and weekend exploration.

Camry GT-S
The Camry GT-S Concept is a bold styling and trim study that explores how a performance-inspired exterior and refined chassis enhancements could elevate the modern Camry. With a vibrant Inferno Flare finish and resculpted bodylines complemented by a lowered stance on 20-inch wheels, the GT-S represents the potential for Camry to become a true sport sedan with real-world appeal.

Scion 01 Concept
Toyota is excited to unveil a bold new off-road concept under the iconic Scion name, celebrated for its legacy as a creative test bed and symbol of experimentation. Debuting at SEMA, this dynamic side-by-side concept is engineered to deliver exhilarating trail experiences, combining rugged capability with cutting-edge engineering.

Though still in the conceptual stage, it is designed for enthusiasts who crave adrenaline, it serves as a platform to push boundaries, explore new possibilities, and inspire the next generation of off-road innovation.

Fueled by a high-output turbocharged hybrid Toyota powertrain, this engineering exercise boldly reimagines the outdoor adventure experience by delivering heart-pounding thrills alongside impressive fuel efficiency. Its groundbreaking silent mode allows you to glide through trails in complete serenity, fully immersed in nature’s beauty. The Scion side-by-side concept sparks anticipation for a future where adventure meets cutting-edge innovation like never before, inviting you to reimagine what’s possible beyond the beaten path.

RAV4 GR SPORT PHEV with Prototype Body Kit
Making its debut at the 2025 SEMA Show, this RAV4 GR Sport showcases a prototype body kit developed exclusively for the show by Toyota Customizing & Development (TCD). The concept features redesigned lower front and rear bumper sections and streamlined side skirts that elevate the RAV4’s sporty, performance-inspired character while retaining its factory fenders and overall proportions. The design previews potential future styling enhancements inspired by Toyota Gazoo Racing’s dynamic aesthetic.

Genuine Toyota, TRD & AAP Parts & Accessories
With offerings for every Toyota model, Genuine Accessories enhance performance, style, and versatility. On display at SEMA, visitors will find AAP parts cabinets and Toyota Genuine wheel displays with signature red backgrounds, TRD pedestals, and AAP digital kiosks featuring updated content. Expanded this year with approved brand products, accessories are a central feature—with outfitted vehicles displayed throughout the booth to showcase how Toyota delivers adventure, personalization, and capability for every lifestyle.

Vehicles shown are special project prototype vehicles, modified with parts and/or accessories not available from Toyota that may void the vehicle’s warranty, may negatively impact vehicle performance and safety, and may not be street legal.

Press release https://pressroom.toyota.com/toyota-powers-possibility-at-sema-2025/

UCC and Toyota Craft Hydrogen-Roasted Coffee

UCC Ueshima Coffee (UCC) and Toyota announced that they had jointly developed original hydrogen-roasted coffee blends to commemorate the Crown’s 70th anniversary.

Inspired by the four 16th-generation Crown models — Sedan, Estate, Crossover, and Sport — four original blends were crafted to capture each model’s concept and driving feel.

Guided by its purpose, “Unlocking the power of coffee for a better world,” UCC aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040 and has begun the world’s first mass production of hydrogen-roasted coffee as of April 2025.

Sharing a commitment to carbon neutrality, hydrogen innovation, and creating a better world, UCC and Toyota joined forces for the Crown’s 70th anniversary.

Cars and coffee — different worlds, yet driven by the same spirit of uncompromising craftsmanship. For this episode of Toyota Times News, we followed the nine-month journey leading to the unveiling of hydrogen-roasted coffee inspired by the Crown. See the challenges and breakthroughs that shaped the creation of Crown Coffee.

The hydrogen-roasted coffee will become available at all six THE CROWN dealerships across Japan: Tokyo Toranomon, Aichi Takatsuji, Chiba Chuo, Yokohama Tsuzuki, Osaka Senri, and Fukuoka Tenjin.

Discover the story behind the collaboration and learn the secret to coffee’s perfect temperature in the video.

UCC Japan* is also planning to carry out demonstration trials as an Inventor in Toyota Woven City.

Press release https://toyotatimes.jp/en/newscast/154.html?padid=ag478_from_newsroom

STRABAG: Hydrogen wheel loader from Liebherr starts practical test 

A hydrogen-powered wheel loader from Liebherr has now gone into operation at the Kanzelstein quarry in Gratkorn. STRABAG will be testing the new machine intensively over a two-year period, running it at least 50 hours per week. Fuels represent STRABAG’s largest source of CO₂ emissions – around 40 percent of total Group emissions are attributable to the diesel consumption of its construction machinery, commercial vehicles and passenger cars. 

“To become climate neutral by 2040, we need effective solutions – and converting our construction machinery to renewable technologies is an essential lever. We are pursuing our sustainability path consistently, science-based and open to all technologies. The test run of the hydrogen-powered wheel loader is an example of what sustainable operation and the decarbonisation of our large-scale equipment can look like”, the Stefan Kratochwill STRABAG CEO, said.

The coming years will be crucial for the company’s transition from fossil to renewable energy sources. In this regard, STRABAG has committed itself to the global Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). By 2030, the company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions – the greenhouse gases directly within STRABAG’s control – by 42 percent. Three central levers have been defined for achieving this goal: the vehicle fleet, the construction machinery, and the asphalt mixing plants. 

In-house filling station to deliver green hydrogen

Converting heavy construction machinery to sustainable drive technologies remains a challenge, as there is still no market-ready solution. The hydrogen engine of the wheel loader represents an important approach with great potential.

“Besides its positive impact on climate protection, this technology helps maintain a high level of value creation and technological expertise in western Europe. It strengthens supply-chain resilience and offers strategic advantages” the Dr.-Ing. Herbert Pfab Technical Managing Director Liebherr-Werk Bischofshofen GmbH, said.

For the practical test, a dedicated hydrogen filling station has been set up at the quarry to allow straightforward refuelling of the wheel loader. As a strong regional partner, Energie Steiermark contributes vital local expertise and will ensure the hydrogen supply for the station on site. 

According to internal calculations, operating the hydrogen-powered wheel loader will save around 37,500 litres of diesel and cut CO₂ emissions by approximately 100 tonnes per year. The hydrogen engine produces no climate-damaging emissions. To ensure maximum utilisation, the wheel loader will be deployed both in essential quarry operations and at the site’s asphalt mixing plant. 

Press release https://newsroom.strabag.com/en

HRS, French designer and manufacturer, announces the opening of its subsidiary in Dubai

HRS, French designer and manufacturer, and European leader in hydrogen refueling stations, announces the opening of its subsidiary in Dubai (United Arab Emirates). This new location demonstrates the company’s desire to strengthen its presence in a region with strong potential for hydrogen mobility and represents a major step in HRS ‘s global expansion strategy.

A strategic location to support the growth of hydrogen mobility in the Middle East

The opening of HRS Dubai is in line with the Group’s international strategy, which aims to strengthen its commercial and operational presence in regions where investment in low-carbon hydrogen is accelerating.

The Gulf countries now have strong ambitions to become major global hydrogen hubs, thanks to their abundant energy resources, modern infrastructure, and ambitious public policies. This location enables HRS to meet the growing interest of local authorities, investors, and mobility operators in reliable and sustainable hydrogen solutions.

With international orders already accounting for 67% of HRS‘s total orders in the previous financial year, the opening of this subsidiary in Dubai is perfectly in line with HRS‘s growth strategy.

A local presence to strengthen ties with regional players

By locating in Dubai, a true regional hub for energy and innovation, HRS is strengthening its proximity with decision-makers, investors, and operators in the hydrogen sector in the Middle East.

HRS will thus be able to support major projects in the region and develop lasting partnerships with public and private playerscommitted to decarbonizing transport and hydrogen mobility, providing them with its expertise and know-how in terms of technical support in the field.

In the Middle East, HRS has already successfully deployed its first operational hydrogen station, which has been in operation for over a year in Neom, Saudi Arabia[1], demonstrating the performance of its solutions in challenging climatic conditions.

A structure dedicated to regional development

The development of the area will be led from Dubai by Yanis MOUHAMOU, Business Developer, who will be responsible for driving local opportunities and coordinating strategic initiatives, under the supervision of Rémi PONCET, Commercial Director of HRS.

Hassen RACHEDI, Founder and CEO of HRS, said: “The Middle East benefits from an exceptional ecosystem for the development of hydrogen mobility: competitive hydrogen production, a long-term strategic vision, and proactive public policies. Our presence in Dubai allows us to be at the heart of this dynamic and to provide concrete support for the ambitions of the region.“

Press release https://www.hydrogen-refueling-solutions.fr/en/