Abdourahman BOREH

Cadiz Inc. signs a memorandum of understanding with British company Hoku Energy for a large-scale energy project including green hydrogen, solar power, and digital infrastructure in the Californian desert, projecting annual revenues of up to $10mn.
BP indefinitely halts its blue hydrogen project at the Whiting refinery in Indiana, raising questions about the future of federal funding and the impact on regional plans for a decarbonized hydrogen sector in the United States.

ORLEN Group secures €382 million for its hydrogen projects

The Polish energy group ORLEN receives a non-repayable grant of €382 million from the National Recovery Plan to finance its renewable and low-emission hydrogen production initiatives.
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Georgia Power and Mitsubishi Power announce successful completion of an unprecedented test incorporating 50% hydrogen into an advanced gas turbine, reducing CO2 emissions by 22% compared to natural gas alone.
Neoenergia has begun construction of one of Brazil's first green hydrogen plants, aimed at supplying heavy and light vehicles, with an investment exceeding 30 million Brazilian reais ($5.99mn).

South Africa: 37mn USD fund boosts green hydrogen

The SA-H2 fund, supported by international partnerships and local institutional backing, mobilises 37 million USD to develop export-oriented green hydrogen from South Africa, with an initial concrete project announced.
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Turbotech reports successful combustion testing of a hydrogen turboprop, developed through digital simulation with Ansys, marking an industrial milestone in light aircraft using alternative fuel.
France Hydrogène responds to the Cour des Comptes report published on June 5, criticising an incomplete reading of updated targets and the economic impacts of decarbonised hydrogen development.

McPhy placed under judicial reorganisation and postpones its general meeting

The Belfort Commercial Court has opened a judicial reorganisation procedure for McPhy, while a renewed call for tenders for its asset sale is now set to close on 13 June.
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Plug Power CFO Paul Middleton acquired 650,000 shares on the market, affirming his support for the long-term strategy of the hydrogen-focused company.
The Canadian government is funding an initiative to support 40 SMEs in British Columbia’s hydrogen sector, aiming to increase foreign investment and expand international market share.

CWP Global suspends $40 billion hydrogen project in Mauritania due to lack of buyers

Developer CWP Global has paused its $40 billion AMAN project in Mauritania due to a lack of buyers for green ammonia despite favourable local conditions.
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A study reveals that the profitability of African green hydrogen exports to the European Union depends on political support from Europe, despite the abundance of ongoing projects on the continent.
Plug Power expands its partnership with Allied Green through a new 2 GW electrolyzer deal tied to a $5.5bn chemical plant in Uzbekistan.

Stargate Hydrogen opens modular electrolyser factory in Estonia

Stargate Hydrogen launches 140 MW factory in Estonia with modular expansion model amid cautious hydrogen investment climate.
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The European Commission is considering legal action over RED III delays, as regulatory uncertainty slows renewable hydrogen projects and Union-wide investment.
The Cour des comptes warns of the gap between France’s hydrogen ambitions and the reality of funding and available industrial capacity.

Ballard signs deal to supply 1.5 MW hydrogen engines to Sierra Northern

Ballard Power Systems will supply 12 fuel cell modules to Sierra Northern Railway to convert three diesel locomotives into hydrogen-powered units. Delivery is expected during 2025.
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Vallourec announces the official qualification of its vertical hydrogen storage solution Delphy by DNV, marking a decisive step towards the commercialisation of this innovative technology.
Chinese group Envision Energy has signed a strategic agreement with Marubeni to supply green ammonia, marking a major milestone in energy trade between China and Japan.
Hystar has signed a new agreement with Sunbo Unitech to supply PEM electrolyser stacks for a green hydrogen project in Boryeong, South Korea, marking its second contract in this strategic market.
Elcogen and Casale begin collaboration on Power-to-X projects combining solid oxide electrolysis and chemical processes in green ammonia production.

Statkraft ends new green hydrogen projects in Europe

Statkraft halts the development of new green hydrogen projects due to increased market uncertainty, while continuing to structure certain existing assets to attract investors.
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ITM Power has been selected to supply six POSEIDON electrolysis modules for Uniper’s 120MW Humber H2ub® (Green) project, scheduled to be operational by 2029.
PureWave Hydrogen is accelerating exploration activities near the Sue Duroche 3 well, where HyTerra confirmed a 96.1% concentration of natural hydrogen, reinforcing the geological potential of the Nemaha Ridge area.

Platts expands low-carbon marine methanol assessments to Shanghai and Rotterdam

Platts has released its first low-carbon marine methanol price assessments in Shanghai and Rotterdam, enhancing price visibility for maritime transport and the alternative methanol value chain.
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Enagás begins consultations for its future hydrogen transport network in Castile-La Mancha, covering 13 regions and 550 municipalities on a 2,600 km infrastructure, backed by European funding.
Norwegian group Nel ASA will supply PEM electrolysers to Collins Aerospace under a contract supporting oxygen systems onboard US Navy submarines.

Statkraft cancels 40 MW contract with Nel ASA amid commercial uncertainty

Nel ASA announced that Statkraft has cancelled a 40 MW order for alkaline electrolysers, resulting in a NOK120mn ($11mn) reduction in the Norwegian manufacturer’s order backlog.
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Plug Power has signed an agreement for a $525mn secured financing with Yorkville Advisors, while announcing strong preliminary results for the first quarter of 2025.
H2APEX announces €35mn financing from its main shareholders and plans a €30mn capital increase in June to accelerate the development of its hydrogen production capacities in Germany.

Tyczka Hydrogen becomes first operator certified under EU RFNBO scheme

Tyczka Hydrogen received the first certification under the EU's RFNBO scheme on 15 April, marking a strategic milestone for renewable hydrogen logistics across Europe.
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French group Lhyfe confirmed on April 17 a €149 mn public subsidy for its Green Horizon project, targeting daily output of 34 tonnes of green hydrogen near the industrial port of Le Havre by 2029.
Gen-Hy secures €99.84 mn in public funding to build an electrolyser plant in Allenjoie, with 250 jobs projected and operations set to begin in 2026.

Mantle8 records soil gas levels at Comminges, validating its hydrogen exploration technology

Mantle8 has reported exceptional soil gas readings at Comminges, in the Pyrenees, confirming the effectiveness of its proprietary predictive exploration technology for natural hydrogen.
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The Hidrogenii joint venture, formed by Olin and Plug Power, has launched a 15 TPD hydrogen liquefaction plant in St. Gabriel, Louisiana, strengthening the regional hydrogen supply and the U.S. energy transition.
Paris scales back its hydrogen roadmap, reducing the target to 4.5 GW by 2030 and 8 GW by 2035 amid weak demand and technological delays.

Shell and CB&I unveil prototype liquid hydrogen tank for international trade

CB&I, Shell and their partners have completed the design of a large-capacity liquid hydrogen tank at NASA’s space centre, aiming to cut commercial-scale storage costs for global trade.
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Authorities in Newfoundland have released the guidelines for EVREC’s green hydrogen project impact study, marking a key regulatory step in the industrial development of this energy hub.
Hyundai Motor Group, in partnership with Pertamina and Indonesian authorities, announces the construction of a waste-based hydrogen production site in West Java, set to be operational by 2027.