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Fit Energy, a developer of energy solutions for data center projects, has announced plans for a fuel cell power generation and data center project in Newport Township, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. The project received township zoning approval for both uses in August of this year. Fit Energy on October 6 said engineering and the remaining permitting […] The post Fit Energy Will Use Gas-Powered Fuel Cells For Pennsylvania Data Center Project appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Toyota is one of the strongest believers in hydrogen transportation in the world. Of course, there are other

Toyota and Isuzu launched the next-generation Sora hydrogen fuel-cell route bus in Japan, combining Isuzu’s flat-floor electric chassis with Toyota’s PEM fuel-cell system, offering over 300 km range and ten-minute refueling, with production set at J-Bus’s Utsunomiya Plant.

MissionH24 and Toyota Racing announced at Fuji Speedway that the H24EVO prototype will adopt a Toyota 3.5-litre V6 hydrogen-combustion engine with hybrid assistance, targeting 650 kW output.

That’s despite having less hydrogen on board than its predecessor.

Spain’s BOE launched a 15-day public consultation for the 62 km Tivissa–Tarragona hydrogen pipeline segment, part of PCI 9.1.3, covering project authorization, public utility and environmental review.

Jacobs Solutions extends its program and construction management role on thyssenkrupp Steel’s hydrogen DRI plant in Duisburg, a 2.5 Mt/y facility backed by €2 billion in public funding to advance Europe’s industrial decarbonization.

ETW Energietechnik and Stadtwerke Duisburg are building a modular hydrogen-ready CHP plant at Wanheim Energy Park to replace aging equipment, boost efficiency and prepare for future hydrogen fuel use.

H2 MOBILITY will cut gross hydrogen prices by 12%–16% at 15 German refuelling stations starting in October, leveraging green hydrogen production and greenhouse-gas reduction quota credits to support a mixed-use network serving passenger cars, buses and trucks.

Hyundai Rotem showcased a 400 km/h high-speed concept, a 220 km/h hydrogen multiple unit and a 3 MW hydrogen freight locomotive prototype at InnoTrans.

NYK Line’s upcoming hydrogen fuel-cell dining cruise ship AMANE is set for Tokyo Bay service around May 2027, featuring Yanmar-designed fuel cells, Toyota storage modules and ENEOS-supported bunkering under MLIT safety guidelines.

Global hydrogen fuel-cell truck sales fell 55% to about 530 units in H1, with China accounting for 95%, while battery-electric truck sales surged to 158,000—a clear split in zero-emission freight.

Introduction As the global shipping industry navigates the treacherous waters of decarbonization, one of Japan’s largest maritime conglomerates is preparing to launch a vessel that could signal a profound shift in how coastal passenger transport operates. Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) has announced that its first ship powered by a hydrogen fuel cell system, […] The post Setting Sail for a Hydrogen Horizon: NYK Line’s Amane and the Future of Maritime Decarbonization first appeared on Hydrogen Cars Now.

HyShip has chosen two Samskip SeaShuttle vessels for an 18-month liquid hydrogen demo on the Rotterdam–Oslofjord route, pairing 6.4 MW of Ballard FCwave fuel cells with cryogenic storage and shore-side bunkering.

India has expanded its green hydrogen transport pilots from 37 to 70 vehicles and nine to 16 refuelling stations across multiple highway corridors, targeting 45–50 trial vehicles by 2026 and 400–500 in operation by 2030. Data from fuel-cell and hydrogen combustion trials will inform policies, infrastructure investments and industrial growth for a potential heavy transport fuel shift.

Dhamma Blue’s DHB-P01 boat received green hydrogen at Alcudia port this month in a closed-loop test of production, distribution and marine refueling. The trial linked Lloseta’s solar-powered electrolysis plant with a compact dispenser by Argo-Anleg under port authority oversight, validating hydrogen infrastructure steps needed for zero-emission boating.

HKPC and APAS have inaugurated Hong Kong’s first hydrogen fuel testing laboratory at the HKPC Building, offering local gas chromatography and ISO 14687-based analysis to bolster hydrogen infrastructure, reduce reliance on mainland labs and ensure fuel quality for refuelling stations and vehicles.

Toyota’s U.S. patent filing for a hydrogen-combustion series hybrid powertrain highlights a path to blend engine know-how with electric propulsion, yet real-world success hinges on hydrogen production, storage and infrastructure.

Plug Power shipped a 1 MW GenEco PEM electrolyzer to HWR Hydrogen’s Invercargill station, paving the way for on-site hydrogen production to fuel dual-fuel heavy trucks in Southland.

Liquid hydrogen (LH₂) is attractive for long-distance energy transport because of its high volumetric energy density. But even well-insulated tanks cannot completely prevent heat from entering. As the liquid warms, hydrogen evaporates and pressure builds, leading to boil-off losses during storage and transport.

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H2SITE secures Enova grant for HydraNord Power to validate a 700 kW onboard ammonia-to-hydrogen fuel cell system at Energy House, advancing maritime hydrogen production and storage solutions.

In a first, a Chinese company has achieved high-parameter hydrogen-boron plasma control, marking a “significant and valuable” advance in research into neutron-free magnetic confinement fusion. ENN Group, based in Langfang, Hebei province, announced on Monday that its EXL-50U spherical device – a compact tokamak that uses a magnetic field to confine charged gas, or plasma, for nuclear fusion research – had successfully achieved hydrogen-boron fusion reactions. “This marks the first time a...

EWE GASSPEICHER has commissioned Bilfinger to deliver its H2Dry hydrogen-drying system at the Huntorf salt-cavern storage site, converting one cavern to provide 16 million Nm³ of working gas capacity. This first commercial deployment of absorption-based hydrogen treatment is set to connect to Germany’s hydrogen core network by 2028.

Dongfeng Motor has commissioned a containerized solar-hydrogen-electric smart energy station in rural Xinjiang, combining PV, battery, electrolysis, solid-state storage and fuel-cell technologies, aligning with China’s hydrogen strategy but lacking independent performance data.

Bloom Energy’s new 800 VDC-native fuel-cell architecture aims to simplify power delivery and cut billions in costs for high-density AI data centers by generating direct current on site and reducing conversion stages.

Allied Biofuels plans a US$6.1 billion clean-fuels complex in Uzbekistan’s Khorezm Region with up to 2.4 GW of Plug Power GenEco electrolyzers for SAF and green diesel.

Hyster and Briggs Equipment UK have deployed a hydrogen fuel-cell ReachStacker at Port of Tilbury as a pre-production trial. Powered by a 60 kW Nuvera fuel cell and supported by GeoPura’s on-site electrolyser, the project tests integrated hydrogen infrastructure for port decarbonization.

Spain’s government and Enagás have begun formal permitting for the first sections of a 2,600 km renewable hydrogen backbone, marking a move from planning to regulated infrastructure development in support of green hydrogen production and export.

AEP Ohio’s 72.9 MW solid oxide fuel-cell project for an AWS campus in Hilliard moves forward after the city withdraws its permit appeal, highlighting shifts in data-center power strategy.

Toyota Motor Europe plans to launch a hydrogen fuel-cell Hilux in Europe by 2028 with targets of over 400 km range and 2,500 kg towing, boosting clean hydrogen infrastructure.

CRRC has unveiled its 2,000 kW VELFORCE hydrogen fuel-cell hybrid locomotive at InnoTrans in Berlin, pairing a 400 kW dual-stack fuel-cell with traction batteries to deliver zero-tailpipe-emission freight power on non-electrified routes.

Uniper SE has agreed to sell its 20% OPAL pipeline stake to Hy24, fulfilling EU state aid obligations and boosting Germany’s hydrogen infrastructure.

EBL secured 3.55 million euros to build a 1 MW PEM electrolyzer at the Niemark waste site, integrating solar PV, hydrogen storage and refueling infrastructure for heavy-duty vehicles.

Symbio unveiled a compact third-generation PEM fuel-cell stack at IAA Transportation 2026, targeting heavy-duty mobility with an 80 litre, 90 kg design integrated into a 150 kW StackPack and planning customer tests in early 2027.

Delgaz Grid’s 30HyGrid pilot confirms safe integration of 30% hydrogen blends in existing low-pressure gas infrastructure.

Stony Brook University unveils a reversible metal hydride system that stores and purifies hydrogen from methane blends under mild conditions, promising streamlined hydrogen infrastructure.

CFE announced a hybrid solar, battery and green hydrogen scheme in Mulegé to bolster its isolated grid and cut diesel use.

Germany and the UAE prepared around forty energy and technology agreements worth about €40 billion during a Berlin state visit, spanning LNG, clean hydrogen, offshore wind, battery storage and AI-driven data centers.

Amogy and LOTTE Fine Chemical have signed an MOU to develop ammonia-to-hydrogen and ammonia-to-power infrastructure in South Korea, covering on-site hydrogen refueling, distributed power and marine bunkering. The collaboration leverages LFC’s ammonia network and Amogy’s modular cracking and power modules to convert green ammonia into clean energy at the point of use.

Cochin International Airport Ltd has launched a 1,000 kW pilot green hydrogen plant and signed on for three hydrogen fuel cell buses, marking India’s first airport-based hydrogen bus fleet.

SK Eternix and Bloom Energy have brought the 31 MW Paju Eco Green fuel cell plant into commercial operation in South Korea, using 94 solid oxide fuel cell modules to deliver 258 GWh per year and power 81,000 homes. The project lifts SK Eternix’s cumulative capacity to 200 MW, highlights modular SOFC technology in distributed power generation, and strengthens hydrogen infrastructure near Seoul’s industrial belt.

A leading North American fuel cell manufacturer encountered a significant component challenge. The need was for a non-return valve that could ensure uncompromising safety, reliable performance, and consistent operational integrity in advanced fuel cell systems. Standard, off-the-shelf options did not meet strict requirements for low pressure drop, zero leakage, and material compatibility. WITT Gas Controls […] The post Driving the Hydrogen Economy: How a Custom Non-Return Valve Advances Fuel Cell Development in Material Handling appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Global construction giant Hyundai Engineering & Construction (E&C) is stepping up its clean-energy push, heading a state-backed project to engineer large-scale green hydrogen facilities capable of generating over 100 megawatts of zero-carbon fuel. Hyundai E&C said Friday that its HMG Construction Research Institute will lead the project, which is being promoted by the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment. The project aims to develop a comprehensive design package covering plant systems, core processes and operating configurations for large-scale hydrogen production, with the goal of bringing the technology to a level suitable for demonstration and commercialization. Hyundai E&C will lead a consortium that includes Hyundai Engineering, Hyundai Motor, Hanwha Global, Korea Midland Power, Mirae Standards Research Institute, Seoul National University and Korea University. Hyundai E&C will be responsible for developing the basic engineering package and conducting an economic

The automaker targets a towing capacity of roughly 5,500 pounds for the Hilux hydrogen fuel cell pickup.

Peru’s Ministry of Energy and Mines has proposed a three-year cooperation plan with Japan’s METI and JOGMEC to boost mining investments and pilot green hydrogen and distributed generation projects.

Daimler Truck Holding AG will invest several hundred million euros in hydrogen fuel-cell trucks, launching a 100-unit NextGenH2 series supported by €226 million of public funding and aligned with EU decarbonisation regulations.

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REFIRE’s subsidiary Pandong Electric installed a 3.6 MW hydrogen fuel cell system at Jinchuan’s chlor-alkali plant, coupling PSA purification, solid-state storage and heat recovery to cut coal use and emissions.

China approved five regional hydrogen city clusters under a new pilot program, prompting a surge in orders for Impact Coatings AB’s PEM fuel cell bipolar plate coatings as infrastructure projects move into implementation.

Hyundai Translead tapped Range Zero Emissions as its Washington dealer, broadening hydrogen infrastructure and commercial support for the XCIENT Fuel Cell truck across the Pacific Northwest.

Japan Engine Corporation unveiled its 6UEC35LSGH hydrogen-fueled main engine after land-based tests achieved over 95% hydrogen co-firing, setting the stage for a three-year sea trial under the Blue Harmony project to explore zero-emission shipping.

BAIC Foton debuted its versatile Cavan BEACON heavy truck platform at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover and opened a 20,000 m² parts hub in Unna as part of its European zero-emission strategy.

GenH2 Corp. has sold and leased back its Titusville facility, securing mid single-digit millions to fund hydrogen infrastructure growth and R&D.

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PNT Co., Ltd. is showcasing roll-to-roll fuel cell manufacturing equipment at Japan’s H2 & FC Expo, leveraging its battery expertise to support hydrogen infrastructure and clean-energy goals across Asia.

Toyota and Scania have teamed up to pilot Toyota’s third-generation hydrogen fuel cell system in 40 Scania heavy-duty trucks across Europe, aiming to gather real-world data on performance, efficiency and total cost of ownership before early 2027 deployment.

Miesto gijos has finished building a €10 million, 3 MW green hydrogen plant at Vilnius CHP-​2, backed by EU and municipal funds, to power 16 buses and boost local hydrogen infrastructure.

H2EU+Store brings together RAG Austria AG, Eco-Optima and key TSOs to produce RFNBO-compliant hydrogen in Western Ukraine, ship it through Ukraine, Slovakia and Austria, and store it in underground reservoirs, targeting a €500 million Phase 1 approval by 2028 and initial flows by 2029.

At IAA Transportation in Hanover, Dongfeng revealed three hydrogen vehicles on its new T1 platform alongside a 400kW hydrogen fuel cell, underscoring its bid to drive zero-emission heavy transport forward.

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Doosan Fuel Cell has secured a series of large-scale fuel cell supply contracts in the North American market, pushing its cumulative orders for the year past the 1 trillion won mark. The surge comes as fuel cells emerge as a key alternative for reliable on-site power amid the rapid expansion of arti

Uniper’s Phase 1 open season completion for the Wilhelmshaven ammonia-to-hydrogen terminal secures market support for a 2.6 Mt/y ammonia import hub, paving the way for 350 kt/y hydrogen.

HyCentA Research GmbH is investing €6.6 million to build a new liquid hydrogen lab in Enns, focusing on cryogenic technologies and supported by BMIMI, FFG and TEST-FUCHS, with operations slated for early 2027.

RINA has launched a new subsidiary in Morocco to support green hydrogen production, hydrogen infrastructure, port logistics and industrial decarbonization, aligning with Morocco’s 52% renewables target and RINA’s Africa strategy.

Chinese scientists have developed a way to generate a fourfold increase in power output of hydrogen fuel cells, an advance that could broaden their use from road vehicles to space missions. Hydrogen is widely viewed as a promising clean energy source for a low-carbon future. Fuel cells convert the chemical energy in hydrogen directly into electricity, producing water as their only exhaust. In a study published in the peer-reviewed journal Science on Thursday, researchers at the Beijing Institute...

Environmental and justice groups sue Los Angeles over CEQA review of Scattergood’s $800 million hydrogen-ready retrofit, citing health, NOx and water risks.

Hydrogen-powered cars, power stations and portable chargers all rely on fuel cells. At the heart of each fuel cell is a catalyst that speeds up the reaction between hydrogen and oxygen to produce electricity and water. These catalysts are typically made of platinum—which costs nearly as much as gold. Researchers from Southern Federal University, together with colleagues from Skoltech (part of the VEB.RF Group), the Institute of Catalysis of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and Bauman Moscow State Technical University, have found a way to make this key component both cheaper and better. They developed a catalyst from a five-metal alloy that retains its activity even after 10,000 operating cycles.

Beyond Aero and Aéroports de la Côte d’Azur are planning phased hydrogen infrastructure—focusing on compressed gas, fixed dispensers, and mobile refueling—at French Riviera airports, setting the stage for hydrogen-electric business jets in the early 2030s.

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Bosch has unveiled a multi-fuel injector platform in Hamburg that supports hydrogen, methanol, ethanol and ammonia, accelerating marine decarbonization and hydrogen infrastructure growth.

Bosch unveils Rigid eAxle, modular fuel-cell systems and hydrogen engine components at IAA Transportation 2026, highlighting a multi-pathway decarbonization strategy for heavy-duty transport.

HHLA is testing a hydrogen fuel cell-powered Konecranes straddle carrier fitted with a zepp.solutions system at Container Terminal Tollerort, matching diesel-hybrid performance with zero emissions.

EKPO and Akkodis are integrating a 360 kW NM20 PEM fuel cell into a 40-tonne truck in Germany, testing zero-emission heavy-duty performance under real-world logistics.

Alberta’s government has allocated CAD $20 million from its TIER fund to four rural pilots—hydrogen hub, pulp mill carbon capture, pipeline efficiency and soil bioremediation—aiming to cut emissions, boost jobs and spur low-carbon tech.

Riverside Transit Agency has opened a liquid hydrogen refueling station and deployed its first five fuel cell electric buses, initiating its shift from natural gas to a zero-emission fleet under California regulation.

FuelCell Energy inked a 380 MW data center power deal, a 75 MW Texas reservation, grew its backlog to $3.646 billion, expanded Torrington manufacturing plans, and deployed first industrial carbonate fuel cell CO₂ capture modules at ExxonMobil’s Rotterdam site.

Hitachi and Bloom Energy are collaborating to deploy solid oxide fuel cell systems for on-site power, enhancing reliability and enabling distributed generation at Japanese data centers and industrial sites.

Chile’s H2V-TRANSDRIVE program has unveiled a locally engineered hybrid fuel cell truck offering 600 km range and 2,000 kg payload. Pilots in central and southern regions will validate performance and support national hydrogen infrastructure roll-out.

SK Innovation E&S and Deokyang Energen will develop five hybrid hydrogen refueling stations in South Korea, combining gaseous and liquefied supply to boost infrastructure.

FuelCell Energy posted Q3 revenue of $33M (-29% YoY) and a $45M loss as scale-up weighs on margins. It’s pivoting to hydrogen data centers and hubs, eyeing positive EBITDA by late FY2027.

The Swiss Federal Council declined to provide a financial guarantee for converting part of the Transitgas pipeline into a hydrogen corridor, citing uncertain demand, no market failure and lacking legal basis. Financing now rests with local public owners and private investors.

Researchers from Kanazawa University, the University of Tokyo and HORIBA, Ltd. have shown that the initial state of platinum-on-carbon (Pt/C) catalyst particles before they are mixed with an ionomer strongly influences how a polymer electrolyte fuel cell (PEFC) catalyst ink subsequently develops. The paper is published in the Chemical Engineering Journal.

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BCC Research forecasts the hydrogen fuel cell market will grow from $5.4 billion in 2025 to $13.1 billion by 2031 at a 17.3% CAGR, driven by data center power needs and heavy-duty FCEV adoption underpinned by robust policy support and tech innovation.

Stadtwerke Bielefeld installs a 1 MW electrolyzer at its Innovation Park to produce green hydrogen on-site for moBiel’s fuel cell buses, cutting logistics and linking waste-to-energy electricity with transport fuel.

South Korean parliamentary hydrogen-policy forum members toured Hyundai’s Namyang centre to inspect hydrogen production, storage, refueling and fuel cell vehicle data. Hyundai highlighted over 2.3 billion kilometres of real-world driving data. Lawmakers pledged to fast-track the Hydrogen Business Act and Hydrogen City Act to secure stable policy and funding for hydrogen infrastructure.

Nouvelle-Aquitaine is building a pan-European hydrogen hub through the H2Med and HySoW corridors, a PEM fuel cell gigafactory, cross-border PHYRENE cooperation and the H2Charente mobility project.

Metz has rolled out its first hydrogen fuel cell buses on the LE MET’ network, part of a plan to deploy 34 H₂ vehicles and build local green hydrogen infrastructure.

Hyundai Motor Group said Friday it will introduce hydrogen fuel cell buses and build electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in Oman in partnership with the Omani government and local companies. The automotive group signed memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with Oman's transport ministry and local companies to cooperate on sustainable mobility solutions during a ceremony at the Sultan Qaboos Cultural Complex in Salalah, Oman. Under the agreements, Hyundai Motor will introduce Oman's first hydrogen-powered city buses, while the group will also help establish ultra-fast EV charging infrastructure in the country. Oman's state-run transport company Mwasalat plans to designate an eco-friendly public transportation route in the capital city of Muscat and conduct a pilot passenger service using Hyundai Motor's ELEC CITY hydrogen fuel cell buses. Oman Oil Marketing Co. will operate 240-kilowatt ultra-fast EV chargers supplied by Hyundai Kefico at a gas station in Halban. After a

OMV Petrom’s Petrobrazi refinery is scaling to 55 MW of green hydrogen capacity and adding a 250,000 tonne SAF/HVO plant, marking a major step in Southeastern Europe’s decarbonization drive.

Doosan Fuel Cell has secured a KRW 501.4 billion contract with its U.S. arm HyAxiom to supply PAFC systems for AI data centers in the United States, marking its first major entry into the U.S. data center power market.

VVTA has launched 13 New Flyer Xcelsior CHARGE FC™ hydrogen fuel cell buses powered by Ballard FCmove-HD+ engines, rolling them out across urban, rural and long-distance High Desert routes as part of its plan for a 100% zero-emission fleet by 2035.