HUI signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Saudi systems integrator Hydrogen Systems to establish a non-binding framework for collaboration.

HUI says the partnership with Hydrogen Systems will strengthen local execution capability, reduce delivery risk, and lay the groundwork for engagement with the Saudi Investment Recycling Company, supporting the deployment of HUI facilities across Saudi Arabia.

It could see the UK-based developer act as the operator of plasma-enhanced melter technology from US-based InEnTec in the MENA region, after the pair signed an exclusive license agreement.

InEnTec says its combustion-free technology converts difficult-to-treat waste into hydrogen-rich syngas using a combination of DC plasma arc with AC molten glass.

“Combined with our exclusive rights to InEnTec’s plastic waste-to-hydrogen technology for Saudi Arabia and the wider region, this partnership puts us in a strong position to roll out this technology efficiently and responsibly,” said HUI CEO Aleksandra Binkowska.

This comes as the pros of waste-to-hydrogen processes become increasingly attractive compared to green and blue hydrogen.

While in green hydrogen production, electricity costs can account for up to 70% of the levelised cost of hydrogen, waste-to-hydrogen is gaining traction for its dual purpose of turning waste streams into a valuable energy carrier while supporting more effective waste management.

The movement supports long-term energy transition and decarbonisation targets outlined in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.