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German copper smelter Aurubis AG is to become one of the first in the world to use hydrogen instead of fossil gas to decarbonize its production process. The company will invest EUR 40 million to convert its anode furnaces in Hamburg to hydrogen-ready mode.

Green hydrogen, the linchpin of many nations’ decarbonization strategies, faces a formidable challenge: cost. Producing this clean fuel from renewable sources often comes with a price tag that threatens to slow down the transition to sustainable energy.

Australia’s Infinity Lithium, a prominent player in mineral exploration, has set its sights on a pioneering partnership with Germany’s thyssenkrupp AG to revolutionize lithium production using green hydrogen technology.

Odfjell, a prominent chemical tanker operator, is embarking on a groundbreaking journey towards greener and more sustainable maritime operations.

Hystar, a prominent player in the proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyser space, is poised to catalyze the global transition to green hydrogen with an array of ambitious expansion plans.

Kellas Midstream, the independent energy infrastructure company based in Aberdeen, has marked a significant milestone with the commencement of front-end engineering design (FEED) work for its groundbreaking H2NorthEast hydrogen project in Teesside, United Kingdom.

Calvera Hydrogen, a trailblazing force in the European hydrogen industry, boasting over four decades of expertise in the design and manufacturing of high-pressure hydrogen compression, transport, storage, and dispensing equipment, has achieved a monumental milestone.

Italy has initiated discussions with German authorities regarding a potential supply agreement for natural gas and hydrogen to Bavaria, one of Germany’s key states. This collaboration signifies a significant stride in the Meloni government’s vision to transform Italy into a “gas hub,” positioning the country as a pivotal point for receiving and redistributing fuel between the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.

Enagás and Reganosa have sealed their historic alliance. This transformative agreement involves Enagás’s acquisition of Reganosa’s 130-kilometer gas pipeline network for approximately 54 million euros, coupled with the acquisition of a 25% stake in the El Musel regasification plant in Gijón for 95 million euros. The regasification facility will undergo a renaming to E-Hub as it embarks on a new era of energy transformation.

Hexagon Purus Maritime, a subsidiary of Hexagon Purus, has secured a purchase order for a cutting-edge hydrogen fuel storage system. The recipient of this groundbreaking technology is Hvide Sande Shipyard, a renowned Danish shipyard with a strong commitment to pioneering zero-emission solutions for the maritime sector.