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Gasum opens Norway’s southernmost LBG filling station 

Gasum opens Norway’s southernmost LBG filling station 

February 24, 2024 |

In Norway, energy company Gasum has opened its newest gas filling station in Kristiansand municipality marking a significant expansion of the company’s liquefied biogas (LBG) infrastructure in the country. Gasum collaborated with Mjåvann Invest to open the new gas filling station, in which it offers both compressed and liquefied biogas. The station is open to […]

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Eidesvik Offshore claims world’s first methanol-powered vessel for subsea and offshore wind

Eidesvik Offshore claims world’s first methanol-powered vessel for subsea and offshore wind

February 24, 2024 |

In Norway, Eidesvik Offshore joined forces with Agalas to build a state-of-the-art Construction Support Vessel (CSV) to perform subsea and offshore wind operations. Equipped with methanol engines and a battery hybrid system the vessel will be the world’s most environmentally friendly vessel within its operating segments, Eidesvik Offshore said. The vessel will be owned by […]

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ATU and Trinity team up to boost hydrogen production in Ireland

ATU and Trinity team up to boost hydrogen production in Ireland

February 24, 2024 |

In Ireland, Silicon Republic reported that a new research project aims to support Ireland’s transition to a circular economy by reducing waste and boosting hydrogen production. The report highlighted that the the Nano2H2 project is a collaboration between Atlantic Technological University (ATU) and Trinity College Dublin, which aims to develop low-cost materials for the production […]

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Vietnam works to implement hydrogen strategy

Vietnam works to implement hydrogen strategy

February 24, 2024 |

In Vietnam, Viet Nam News reported that the Vietnamese government should implement support policies to ensure the development of clean hydrogen sources in the country. According to Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyễn Sinh Nhật Tân, hydrogen has been recognized as a clean and indispensable energy source in the energy structure of many countries […]

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McPhy receives a binding offer from Atawey for the sale of its station business

McPhy receives a binding offer from Atawey for the sale of its station business

February 22, 2024 |

In France, McPhy Energy, specialized in low-carbon hydrogen production and distribution equipment, announced that it has received a binding offer from Atawey for the sale of its refueling station business. This offer follows the entry into exclusive negotiations between the two parties, announced in December 2023. The fixed part of the proposed price for the […]

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California government to add more hydrogen-powered passenger trainsets

California government to add more hydrogen-powered passenger trainsets

February 22, 2024 |

In California, Caltrans announced a $127 million agreement with Stadler Rail for six more hydrogen-powered passenger trainsets, building upon an earlier order to deliver the first four hydrogen-powered intercity trainsets in North America. The first trains are expected to enter revenue service in 2027. The trainset design will make them more efficient, lighter weight and […]

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Hydrogen alliance urges UK government to accelerate hydrogen production

Hydrogen alliance urges UK government to accelerate hydrogen production

February 22, 2024 |

In the UK, the North West Hydrogen Alliance (NWHA) said it has published its manifesto for delivering a world leading hydrogen economy in the North West of England. The document sets out a number of recommendations that the NWHA believes are essential for the UK to capitalize on the hydrogen opportunity – which it is […]

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European Hydrogen Bank pilot auction attracts132 bids from 17 European countries

European Hydrogen Bank pilot auction attracts132 bids from 17 European countries

February 22, 2024 |

In Belgium, the European Union reported that the pilot auction under the European Hydrogen Bank, for renewable hydrogen production in Europe, has attracted 132 bids from projects located in 17 European countries. Kurt Vandenberghe, Director-General for Climate Action, said: “The applications are in and the enthusiastic market response to the pilot auction shows the European […]

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Egypt, EU to cooperate in green hydrogen opportunities

Egypt, EU to cooperate in green hydrogen opportunities

February 22, 2024 |

In Egypt, Egypt Today reported that Egypt is reviewing possible cooperation opportunities with the European Union in the field of green hydrogen. First Assistant to the Prime Minister, Randa El Menshawy explained that the Egyptian government has made great strides in the field of green hydrogen, whether in terms of creating the appropriate environment for […]

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German officials collaborate with German firms to boost green hydrogen idustry In Vietnam

German officials collaborate with German firms to boost green hydrogen idustry In Vietnam

February 22, 2024 |

In India, Solar Quarter reported that Jochen Flasbarth, State Secretary of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), joined representatives from GIZ ESP and German companies in Vietnam to explore the potential of the green hydrogen industry in the country. According to the report, delegates underscored the untapped potential of green hydrogen […]

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