New Energies, new possibilities

Boeing is investing an undisclosed amount in the development of green-hydrogen-based sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF) production projects, in conjunction with Norwegian producer Norsk e-Fuel, the companies have announced.

“While we’re not sharing our specific investment figures, the investment is being directed towards the project development of projects in our pipeline,” a spokeswoman for Norsk e-Fuel tells Hydrogen Insight.

The deal will also see Boeing “supporting one of Europe’s first industrial scale power-to-liquids (PtL) facilities”.

The most advanced of Norsk e-Fuels three announced projects is Project Mosjøen in northern Norway, which would produce up to 40 million tonnes of e-SAF annually by combining green hydrogen with captured carbon dioxide from biogenic sources.

“This fuel can reduce the lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions of air travel by over 90% compared to conventional jet fuel,” the two companies state in a press release.

“Boeing’s investment will contribute to achieving the SAF volumes needed by the EU commitments and strengthen national energy security across the Nordics.” This is a reference to the ReFuelEU Aviation directive, agreed by EU member states in 2023, which mandates that 1.2% of all fuel used by planes leaving EU airports in 2030-31 to be made from green hydrogen and captured CO2, rising gradually to 35% in 2050.

“The partnership will also inform policies that enable the economic viability of the global SAF industry, while supporting long-term competitiveness of the aviation industry in the region,” they added.

Norsk e-Fuel chief operating officer Lars Bjørn Larsen said: “Our goal is to make e-fuels competitive with and eventually replace fossil fuels in critical infrastructures as SAF needs to become readily accessible and affordable for advancing aviation’s decarbonization.

“Boeing’s investment will further accelerate our project pipeline and will facilitate the broader aviation industry’s transition to net-zero emissions.”

And Steve Gillard, Boeing’s regional sustainability director for Europe, Middle East, Türkiye, Africa and Central Asia, added: “Our support of and collaboration with Norsk e-Fuel underscores the importance of using fossil-free energy to accelerate SAF production, which is key to reducing aviation’s carbon emissions towards 2050.

“Our partnership to advance e-fuels will help mobilize the commercialization of SAF in the Nordics and across the world, increasing accessibility and availability for our customers as we help build a robust SAF ecosystem.”

Source: HydrogenInsight

Sungrow Hydrogen has signed an agreement with ACME Group for the supply of electrolytic hydrogen production equipment for a 320-MW green ammonia project in Oman.

According to the agreement, Sungrow Hydrogen will provide multiple sets of 1,000-Nm³/h alkaline hydrogen production equipment along with flexible green hydrogen production solutions for the project. Delivery is expected to be completed by the end of 2025.

The project forms a core part of ACME’s green energy strategy in the Middle East and is scheduled to commence operations in 2026. Once operational, the initial capacity for green ammonia production will be 300 tonnes per day.

The signing of this agreement also marks the beginning of a formal partnership between ACME Group and Sungrow Hydrogen in the Middle East.

Source:  Hydrogentechworld

Nel – Preferred partner for Norwegian Hydrogen’s Rjukan project

The town of Rjukan holds a unique place in both Norway’s industrial history and Nel’s legacy. Nestled in the rugged landscapes of Telemark, Rjukan is famously known as a hub of innovation dating back to the early 20th century, when Norsk Hydro established its operations there to harness the region’s abundant hydroelectric power. The town was the birthplace of large-scale hydrogen production in Norway, serving as a cornerstone for the country’s early development in renewable energy and industrial chemistry.

For Nel, Rjukan represents a historic milestone. The town was home to the largest electrolyser ever built in Norway, boasting a remarkable capacity of 167 MW. This electrolyser, constructed in the mid-20th century, marked a significant achievement in large-scale hydrogen production. Decades later, Rjukan is poised to reclaim its legacy of innovation as it becomes a central location for the rollout of Nel’s next-generation electrolyser technology platform.

Under the terms of the LoI, Nel will supply a 25 MW pressurized alkaline electrolyser to Norwegian Hydrogen’s project at Rjukan, delivered in phases. This project represents a critical step in advancing the deployment of cutting-edge hydrogen production technologies. The prototype for the electrolyser is currently under construction at Nel’s facility in Notodden, underscoring the company’s commitment to leveraging its Norwegian roots to drive technological progress.

A fusion of historical significance and forward-looking innovation

Nel also plans to manufacture the new technology at its facility in Herøya, Norway. As announced in October 2024, the EU’s Innovation Fund granted Nel EUR 135 million in support to accelerate the industrialization of its pressurized alkaline platform, positioning Herøya as a strategic hub for innovation in hydrogen technology.

The collaboration at Rjukan symbolizes a fusion of historical significance and forward-looking innovation, solidifying the town’s role as a key player in the global transition to green energy.

Source: Hydrogencentral

On January 3, 2025, China Huadian Group unveiled two state-of-the-art hydrogen production systems—a 500Nm³/h PEM electrolyzer and a 3300Nm³/h alkaline electrolyzer—at its Huadian (Tianjin) High-End Intelligent Manufacturing and Innovation Base. Additionally, the launch of a 2.5MW PEM electrolyzer demonstration platform solidified Huadian's role in advancing China’s hydrogen technology, filling critical domestic gaps in large-scale hydrogen production and supporting the nation’s dual carbon goals.

The 500Nm³/h PEM electrolyzer, co-developed with the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, boasts reduced precious metal loading by 30%, a high current density of 3A/cm², and a hydrogen production capacity of 500Nm³/h per unit. Similarly, the 3300Nm³/h alkaline electrolyzer achieves double the current density of conventional models, improved energy efficiency, and a 50% reduction in tank weight. The 2.5MW PEM platform, the largest of its kind in China, provides a robust testing foundation for future megawatt-scale electrolyzers, marking a significant step forward in the hydrogen energy sector.

The "Huazhen" 3300Nm 3 /h alkaline electrolyzer that rolled off the production line this time was independently developed by Huadian Science and Industry, and has high current density, high energy utilization efficiency, and high resistance to reverse current. The product's operating current density is ≥6000A/m 2 , which is about 100% higher than the current density of conventional thousand-cubic-meter electrolyzers, and the tank weight is about 50% lower than that of traditional electrolyzers of the same scale; the electrolyzer load adjustment range is 20%-110%, and the overall performance indicators have achieved a leapfrog improvement.

The 2.5 MW PEM electrolyzer demonstration platform launched at the same time is currently the industry's largest PEM test platform. It is of great significance to the development of megawatt-level electrolyzer testing and verification capabilities in the hydrogen energy industry, and will provide a solid foundation for my country's high-power PEM electrolyzer product research and development and technological updates.

Source: Fuel Cells Works

Heraeus Precious Metals, one of the leading companies in the precious metals industry, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Jolt Solutions, a Barcelona-based company specialized in the coating of metallic catalysts for electrochemical applications. Both companies aim to optimize the use of platinum group metals (PGM) for proton exchange membrane (PEM) water electrolysis utilizing Jolt’s proprietary SparkfuzeTM technology.

This coating technology is a faster coating method with low energy demands and is easily scalable in contrast to conventional coating technologies. It produces surfaces with high catalytic activity and high durability. Jolt Solutions already produces catalyst coated nickel substrates (electrodes) for use in alkaline water electrolysis and anion exchange membrane electrolysis.

The cost-efficient production of green hydrogen on an industrial scale is an important element towards a zero-emission society. According to the Hydrogen Council, 375 gigawatts of electrolysis capacity has been announced through 2030, 30% of which are expected to be implemented. As platinum group metals play an important role in the hydrogen economy, its sourcing, application, and recycling are pivotal for cost efficiency.

Together, the two companies aim to explore the use of PGM-based metallic catalysts for PEM water electrolysis. Heraeus Precious Metals sees synergies between the two companies. Whilst utilizing Jolt’s patented electrode production technique to produce electrochemical products, the precious metals expert can use its specialties in PGM trading, hedging, PGM sourcing, recycling and recovery to create a valuable closed loop product offering.

Leon Rizzi, CEO of Jolt Solutions said “We welcome the interest of such a large and prestigious precious metal specialist. Heraeus’ wealth of knowledge regarding PGM chemistry along with their experience in production scaleup, production of electrochemical products and recycling technologies will help guide Jolt’s offerings to the market. We are looking forward to exploring new business opportunities together.”

Philipp Walter, Executive Vice President Business Line Hydrogen Systems said: “The proprietary coating technology of Jolt Solutions looks well differentiated from traditional coating methods. Their technology competence and ability to tackle and quickly scale development projects is a very good fit to our know-how and service portfolio around PGM applications.”

About Heraeus Precious Metals

Heraeus Precious Metals is globally leading in the precious metals industry. The company is part of the Heraeus Group and covers the value chain from trading to precious metals products to refining and recycling. It has extensive expertise in all platinum group metals as well as gold and silver.

With more than 3,000 employees at 17 sites worldwide, Heraeus Precious Metals offers a broad portfolio of products that are essential for many industries such as the automotive, chemicals, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, hydrogen and jewelry industry.

About Jolt Solutions

Jolt is a Barcelona-based electrode coating company. Jolt has a new patented process called Sparkfuze which uses an exothermal reaction to impregnate catalysts into the surface of the substrate creating activated electrodes. This technique can be used to activate any metallic substrate creating electrodes for numerous electrochemical processes. Benefits include higher durability, increased efficiency, and reduced production costs.

Jolt’s initial production facility can handle around 100,000m2 per annum and can be easily scaled much further anywhere in the world.

Source:  Fuel Cells Works