hydrogen production

The Dutch government has granted major funding to HyCC for its H2eron electrolysis project, aimed at producing renewable hydrogen in the Delfzijl industrial zone.
ACWA Power has signed several agreements with European partners to develop a green energy export chain between Saudi Arabia and Europe, as part of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor project.

Stellantis ends its hydrogen van programme as market outlook remains limited

Manufacturer Stellantis halts production of its hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles, citing a lack of commercial prospects and an insufficient market, according to a statement released by the automotive group.
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Malaysia reaches a decisive milestone in its energy roadmap with the launch of a hybrid floating hydro-solar project and the first large-scale green hydrogen hub in the state of Terengganu.
Hynamics UK and Hy24 have signed an exclusive agreement to develop the Fawley Green Hydrogen project, backed by the UK HAR2 scheme, to supply green hydrogen to ExxonMobil's petrochemical complex.

China: Green Light for First Interprovincial Hydrogen Pipeline

China has approved the construction of a strategic pipeline to transport green hydrogen from Inner Mongolia to Beijing, facilitating supply to industrial zones around the capital and boosting a rapidly expanding energy economy.
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The European Commission introduces a greenhouse gas emissions methodology for low-carbon hydrogen, establishing a long-awaited regulatory framework for the sector and paving the way for new industrial investments.
French company Lhyfe has carried out its first successful green hydrogen combustion tests in Spain, delivering three tonnes over three weeks to the Valencian ceramic industry, opening a new potential alternative to industrial fossil natural gas.

Envision inaugurates the world’s largest green ammonia plant in China

Envision announces the official commissioning of the world's largest green hydrogen and ammonia plant in China, powered by an autonomous renewable energy system and entirely AI-driven, with exports planned from late 2025.
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Sumitomo Corporation announces a strategic investment in Independence Hydrogen aimed at developing new decentralized hydrogen production and distribution projects in the United States, targeting industrial, logistics and critical infrastructure sectors.
80 Mile announces that it has increased its stake in Hydrogen Valley to 49% and signed a memorandum of understanding with Tecnoparco for the supply of 40,000 tonnes of biofuel per year, aiming to reduce palm oil dependency.

Green ammonia: South Africa moves to execution phase of its largest project

The Hive Coega project, South Africa’s most ambitious green ammonia initiative, enters its operational phase with the release of tenders for essential infrastructure, marking a major step forward for the country in renewable energy production.
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The Belfort commercial court has approved the sale of McPhy to John Cockerill Hydrogen, a €600,000 transaction involving majority retention of staff and an industrial project partially funded by European subsidies.
The City of Fresno becomes the latest member of First Public Hydrogen, the first US public authority dedicated to hydrogen development, thus strengthening its energy infrastructure and municipal bus fleet.

Natural hydrogen: France on the verge of redefining its national and European energy strategy

The official confirmation in June 2025 by the French government regarding the detection of significant natural hydrogen reserves in Lorraine, the Pyrenees, and Aquitaine could represent a major strategic turning point for national and European energy sovereignty. However, the technical, economic, and environmental challenges associated with its exploitation might slow its large-scale implementation.
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Stanwell announces the end of its participation in the Central Queensland Hydrogen Project, a major international hydrogen production initiative, raising questions about the sector's outlook in the region.
Lhyfe becomes the first French producer to obtain European RFNBO certification, delivering the first batches of certified hydrogen and opening access to new support mechanisms for the industrial sector.

Finland: TES and CPC launch 500 MW e-NG project

Tree Energy Solutions and CPC Finland will produce 125,000 tonnes annually of e-NG at the Finnish port of Rauma, targeting European and international markets with a significant investment.
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The European Commission grants €3.5mn to support preparatory work for a Franco-German cross-border network aimed at transporting hydrogen between the Grand Est region and Baden-Württemberg starting in 2029.
French company McPhy Energy awaits a court decision regarding offers submitted during its judicial reorganization, paving the way for probable liquidation and potential delisting of its shares.
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.
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.

Envision Energy signs global green ammonia agreement with Marubeni

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.
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HDF Energy signed two protocols with Indonesian public partners to support the financing and deployment of 23 green hydrogen power plants during Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to Jakarta.
Plug Power’s plant in Georgia reached a record output of 300 tonnes of liquid hydrogen in April, marking a key milestone in the company’s industrial deployment of its GenEco electrolyser technology.

OMV invests in 140 MW electrolyser to secure hydrogen supply

Austrian group OMV has confirmed a major investment in a green hydrogen production unit in Lower Austria, aimed at securing its Schwechat refinery operations by the end of 2027.
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With 80% of its projects still in early stages, Australia struggles to realise its hydrogen ambitions, according to Wood Mackenzie, which warns of lost competitiveness against Europe and the Middle East.
RIC Energy and Siemens have signed an agreement to develop industrial projects in Spain focused on renewable hydrogen, green ammonia and e-fuels, including technical solutions and financing mechanisms.

Verdagy and Mainspring to install hydrogen-powered generator in Moss Landing

Verdagy will supply hydrogen to Mainspring Energy to power a linear plant in Moss Landing, with operations expected to begin by summer 2025.
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European Energy has begun commercial e-methanol production in Denmark and reported an EBITDA of €45.9mn, while accelerating its international expansion, particularly in Australia.
Xodus received a strategic land allocation in Oakajee to launch a commercial hydrogen and ammonia project, supported by power supply agreements and industrial partners.

AM Green and Port of Rotterdam target 1 million tonnes of green fuels per year

A strategic partnership between AM Green and the Port of Rotterdam could generate up to USD1bn in annual green fuel trade between India and Europe.
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Envision Energy’s green ammonia project in Chifeng becomes one of the first globally to receive Bureau Veritas certification, enhancing its international market credibility.
Australia’s Energy Estate has acquired the San Luis Industrial Complex, a California-based site backed by a $12.6bn public-private partnership aimed at accelerating green hydrogen production for industry and transport.

HyCC launches H2Next, a 25,000-tonne green hydrogen project in Rotterdam

HyCC signed an agreement with the Port of Rotterdam Authority to build a large-scale electrolysis plant on the Maasvlakte, with an expected annual output of 25,000 tonnes of green hydrogen.
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The European hydrogen industry regains momentum after a challenging period, backed by significant funding and strategic consolidation among leading industrial players on the continent.
Engie validates hydrogen storage in salt caverns, opening a strategic market for industrial firms and energy producers facing the rise of renewable gases and the need to diversify technical solutions to meet increasing demand.

UMOE receives US approval for 350-bar hydrogen storage trailers

UMOE Advanced Composites and its exclusive agent Celly H2 have received approval from the United States Department of Transportation to deploy their Type IV storage trailers in the American hydrogen distribution network.
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The European Commission has published its opinion on ENNOH’s founding documents, paving the way for the organisation of hydrogen network operators across Europe.
A project led by the government of Newfoundland and Labrador will assess the construction and operational needs of a hydrogen supply chain in Eastern Canada.