Plug Power CFO buys 650,000 shares to reinforce his position

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.

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Plug Power Inc. Chief Financial Officer Paul Middleton increased his equity stake in the company by purchasing 650,000 common shares on the open market on June 9. The average purchase price was $1.0339 per share, representing a total investment of approximately $672,000. This transaction follows a similar recent acquisition, according to a statement issued by the company.

Strong signal on growth strategy

Plug Power Inc., headquartered in Latham, New York, develops integrated solutions in the hydrogen sector, including production, storage, and distribution. Middleton’s purchase comes as the company scales up its hydrogen production facilities and advances the commercialisation of its GenEco electrolyzers and GenDrive fuel cell systems, designed for industrial handling sectors.

In an official statement, Middleton said the investment reflects his “strong conviction” in the company’s strategy and its “ability to create long-term value.” He also described the current phase as “a transformative moment” for the group.

Individual position-taking in a development context

The transaction, conducted on the open market, is viewed as a sign of internal confidence at a time when Plug Power is working to prove the commercial viability of its technologies in a competitive environment. The group is notably banking on growing demand for its solutions across logistics and heavy industry.

Plug Power has not specified whether other executives plan similar transactions. No new share issuance or capital increase has been announced at this stage.

Personal investment in a changing sector

This type of personal purchase by a senior executive can be interpreted as a sign of internal confidence, although the company has not provided additional comments on its forthcoming financial performance. Plug Power is concurrently expanding its hydrogen production sites in North America and Europe and aims to secure multiple industrial contracts in the coming months.

The group has not detailed the geographical breakdown of its recent deliveries but reaffirmed its intention to position itself within integrated hydrogen-powered logistics chains.

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