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The EU could shape global clean hydrogen growth, but delays in finalising rules risk holding back projects at home and abroad, according to the Hydrogen Council’s CEO. Ivana Jemelkova told H2 View while countries like China and the US are advancing through industrial policy and tax incentives, Europe’s strength lies in its ability to drive demand through regulation. This is a paid article, to read the article in full you can sign in if you are subscribed or subscribe today.

Building on the £240m ($326m) already invested since 2022, the new government funding marks the second phase of the Shore programme (2026 to 2030). This stage will support research, demonstration projects and commercial trials of zero-emission vessels and infrastructure. The additional £448m will be combined with £700m of private investment announced at London International Shipping Week. The £1.1bn ($1.5bn) package will also support port upgrades and create jobs and growth in coastal communities. Projects focused on hydrogen and ammonia fuels, electric and methanol propulsion, wind-assisted technologies, and shore power infrastructure will be the focus for investment. “We’re committing almost half [...]

The Oxford University spin-out develops high-surface-area coatings and characterisation technology for electrolysers. However, under Hodgson, the former Chief Technology Officer at James Cropper, the company plans to double down on its electrolyser test stations and hardware solution, particularly for alkaline and anion exchange membrane (AEM) applications. Dr. David Hodgson © TFP Hydrogen Products “ONS offers state-of-the-art test stations,” explained Hodgson. “Our focus will be on advancing this segment of the green hydrogen sector, providing material and process developers with essential tools for performance characterisation. Additionally, strategic partnerships will be a “major focus” for the firm moving forward. Partnerships will accelerate [...]

Jordan’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with China’s United Energy Group (UEG) to conduct a feasibility study. The technical assessment will examine land requirements, outline project phases, and prioritise strategies to lower production costs. H2 View understands that the proposed facility aims to produce 200,000 tonnes of green ammonia per year for export. It’s planned to use desalinated seawater and renewable energy produced in Jordan. Jordan’s Energy Minister Saleh Al-Kharabsheh said the project supports the country’s clean energy transition plans. Jordan is aiming for a 31% share of renewables in its total [...]

The “strict definition” of green hydrogen at the EU level must be “dismantled and replaced by pragmatic criteria,” according to the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE). “We need to create clarity,” the BMWE said. “The current electrolyser expansion targets will be replaced by flexible targets that are based on concrete projects on the demand side in Germany. Infrastructure projects are started immediately as needed.” Germany’s push to relax EU green hydrogen rules comes alongside a new government monitoring report, which sets out 10 targets to “become climate neutral and remain competitive.” The report warns that strict [...]

The new Stadler-made hybrid hydrogen fuel cell-battery train will operate on a nine-mile route between San Bernardino and Redlands University on up to 16 trips per day. San Bernardino County Transport Authority (SBCTA) marked the launch by offering free metro rides in the city on its first day of service. Manufactured in 2024, the train has undergone testing to ensure compliance with Metrolink systems and guidelines set by the Federal Railroad Administration. The train is based on Stadler’s Fast Light Intercity and Regional Train (FLIRT) design to offer up to 380 miles of range with a maximum speed of 79mph. [...]

HD HMD highlighted that there is sufficient space earmarked on the vessel for the installation of an ammonia dual-fuel propulsion system and carbon capture equipment. The Hyundai Group subsidiary said the design offers “flexibility for integrating future technology solutions” to meet tightening environmental rules, including those set by the International Maritime Organisation and the EU’s FuelEU Maritime regulation. The dual-fuel vessel design was awarded an Approval in Principle (AiP) by the independent organisation after it was presented during Gastech 2025 in Milan, Italy. The AiP confirms the feasibility of the design and ensures there are no significant technical obstacles hindering [...]

Austrian national power company Verbund and its chemicals partner LAT Nitrogen shelved plans for its 60MW production project in Linz. The partners said that despite receiving almost €50m in financial support through the Innovation Fund, they still had insufficient commitments of public backing to reach a final investment decision (FID). Meanwhile, German energy group Steag Iqony has cancelled its 53MW electrolyser plant in Voelklingen after no anchor customer was identified for the offtake. The project was expected to produce up to 8,700 tonnes of green hydrogen per year. The HydroHub Fenne project was being developed alongside German electrolyser OEM Quest [...]

The cost advantage of cheap Chinese electrolysers reduces significantly when systems are installed outside of the country, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). When manufactured and installed domestically, the electrolysers are much cheaper, ranging from $600-1,200/kW. But once transport, tariffs, local engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) costs are added, the real installed cost jumps to $1,500-2,400/kW. This is a paid article, to read the article in full you can sign in if you are subscribed or subscribe today.

The US oil and gas services firm referenced a multi-year Dutch pilot project, where an existing 1,290 metre gas well and a small leached salt cavern were used to run hydrogen storage tests in real-world conditions. In the whitepaper, hosted on h2-view.com, Halliburton said the programme unfolded in two phases: a mechanical integrity test using nitrogen and hydrogen; and a months-long storage run to verify the readiness of equipment and operations. The trial found standard completion components commonly used in oil, gas, and underground methane storage operated as intended in a pure hydrogen environment. Over 11 months of hydrogen exposure [...]