CIC’s David Green claimed the agreement with Purus Marine is critical in creating a hydrogen product “that truly met the ambitions of energy and derivatives customers.”

Ricardo’s Tim Bassett said, “This will help us to deliver key innovations based on customer requirements, as well as to continue to explore opportunities in new markets and industries.”

The European Union (EU) is to invest €4.4bn in South Africa’s clean energy industry as part of a global gateway investment package.

Starting with its 400kg capacity hydrogen project in Québec, the two companies will build another 15 projects across North America over the next five years.

CEO Andy Marsh said the Southwire deal reflected Plug’s focus on its “core markets.”

“We will continue to closely monitor factors impacting the commercial adoption of our markets and products, and reassess our investment plans, cost structure and cash usage based on these factors.”

Matmut Group is partnering with Inocel to install a hydrogen generator in France, advancing both its sustainability goals and Inocel’s fuel cell innovation.

Companies have claimed that many hydrogen refuelling stations refuse to serve engine-powered vehicles due to the tax uncertainties.

Colin Evison, BAM’s Innovation Technical Lead, said, “We’ve noticed no difference in the way the machine operates. We have to refuel the machine in a different way, but it’s a simple and straightforward process.”