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Algenesis Labs partners with Safic-Alcan to bring Soleics sustainable materials to Europe

Algenesis Labs partners with Safic-Alcan to bring Soleics sustainable materials to Europe

November 9, 2025 |

In California, Algenesis Labs, a specialist in plant-based, fully biodegradable polyurethanes (PU) designed to lower carbon footprint and prevent microplastic pollution, has announced a strategic partnership with Safic-Alcan, a global distributor of specialty chemicals.  The collaboration will bring Algenesis’s Soleic technology to Europe, giving brands and processors access to circular materials for footwear, consumer products, […]

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EC boosts Europe’s competitiveness with new plans for sustainable fuels

EC boosts Europe’s competitiveness with new plans for sustainable fuels

November 9, 2025 |

In Belgium, the European Commission unveiled the Sustainable Transport Investment Plan (STIP), which sets out a common approach to boost investment in renewable and low-carbon fuels focusing on aviation and waterborne transport. “The STIP sends a clear signal to investors that Europe’s targets remain in place and that the Commission will support the transition to […]

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KLM welcomes European plan for alternative fuels

KLM welcomes European plan for alternative fuels

November 9, 2025 |

In the Netherlands, Dutch airline KLM welcomed the European Commission’s initiative to improve access to alternative aviation fuels.  With the publication of the Sustainable Transport Investment Plan (STIP), the Commission is taking an important step toward scaling up the production of alternative aviation fuels (SAF and eSAF). According to KLM, this marks a key milestone […]

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Vietnam launches national green hydrogen hub at German-Vietnamese University

Vietnam launches national green hydrogen hub at German-Vietnamese University

November 7, 2025 |

In the UK, Fuel Cells Works reported the inauguration of a green hydrogen hub located at the Vietnamese-German University (VGU) in Binh Duong, Vietnam. The report noted that the hub is a public–private partnership between VGU, GIZ, AHK, and industry leaders. The facility aims to catalyze workforce development, tech demos, and cross-sector business coordination. Thomas […]

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Public-private partnership explores e-methanol supply and bunkering hub in Oman

Public-private partnership explores e-methanol supply and bunkering hub in Oman

November 7, 2025 |

In the Netherlands, Oman has entered into a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with a private consortium to explore and advance the development of a low-carbon e-methanol project in the Dhofar region. The public-private partnership between the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology of the Sultanate of Oman and the consortium comprising HIF, Acciona […]

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HRS opens subsidiary in Dubai

HRS opens subsidiary in Dubai

November 6, 2025 |

In France, HRS, a French designer and manufacturer of hydrogen refueling stations, announced the opening of its subsidiary in Dubai. The opening of HRS Dubai is in line with the Group’s international strategy, which aims to strengthen its commercial and operational presence in regions where investment in low-carbon hydrogen is accelerating, the firm said. Hassen […]

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Masdar to invest in Austria’s largest hydrogen project

Masdar to invest in Austria’s largest hydrogen project

November 6, 2025 |

In the United Arab Emirates, AGBI reported that Abu Dhabi renewables firm Masdar has partnered with Austrian energy company OMV to make a significant investment in the largest hydrogen project in Austria. Masdar will take a 49 % stake in the proposed electrolysis plant in Bruck an der Leitha while OMV will retain 51%. The […]

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WSP appointed as technical advisor to UK Government on hydrogen

WSP appointed as technical advisor to UK Government on hydrogen

November 6, 2025 |

In the UK, WSP said it has been appointed by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) as the lead of two suppliers providing specialist technical advice on the development of the UK’s hydrogen economy. The new Hydrogen Technical Advisor contract will see WSP support DESNZ in shaping and delivering policies to accelerate […]

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Hydrogen Utopia clears key hurdle for Saudi expansion with full foreign investment approval.

Hydrogen Utopia clears key hurdle for Saudi expansion with full foreign investment approval.

November 6, 2025 |

In the UK, Fuel Cells Works reported that Hydrogen Utopia International PLC (HUI) has received an Investment Registration Certificate from Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Investment (MISA), enabling it to fully operate as a foreign entity. The move positions HUI to launch waste-plastic-to-hydrogen ventures aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 low-carbon goals, according to the report. […]

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Plug Power begins 5 MW electrolyzer installation for H2 Hollandia

Plug Power begins 5 MW electrolyzer installation for H2 Hollandia

November 6, 2025 |

In New York, Plug Power announced it has started installation of its 5 MW electrolyzer for the H2 Hollandia project, the first decentralized green hydrogen hub initiative currently under construction in the Netherlands. Developed by Novar and Avitec, the project links the 115-MWp Vloeivelden Hollandia solar park directly to a Plug electrolyzer system, the firm […]

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