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Germany announces grant to accelerate green hydrogen industrialization

Germany announces grant to accelerate green hydrogen industrialization

February 19, 2026 |

In Spain, Review Energy reported that Germany’s Federal Ministry of Transport (BMV) has announced a $63.8 million investment to support the development of decentralized hydrogen innovation and technology centers (ITZ-H2), reinforcing the country’s commitment to advancing hydrogen technologies. The funding will be used to establish a state-of-the-art hydrogen laboratory in Pfeffenhausen, including a hydrogen liquefier […]

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Kenya plans green hydrogen plant to boost clean energy

Kenya plans green hydrogen plant to boost clean energy

February 19, 2026 |

In India, SolarQuarter reported that Kenya has plans to develop a mega-scale green hydrogen plant that could transform its economy and energy sector. By combining geothermal, wind, and solar resources, the planned hydrogen facility would be able to ensure a steady and reliable supply of electricity needed for large-scale electrolysis, according to the report. The […]

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Bosnia and Herzegovina starts working on national hydrogen strategy

Bosnia and Herzegovina starts working on national hydrogen strategy

February 19, 2026 |

In Serbia, Balkan Green Energy News reported that Bosnia and Herzegovina has launched a two-year project to develop a draft national strategy and roadmap for hydrogen. The implementation of the project CEI Support to Hydrogen Strategy Development and Know-How Transfer for Bosnia and Herzegovina began with an official meeting in Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia […]

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Metacon wins order to supply oxygen purification system for Motor Oil Hellas’ 50MW hydrogen plant

Metacon wins order to supply oxygen purification system for Motor Oil Hellas’ 50MW hydrogen plant

February 19, 2026 |

In the UK, Fuel Cells Works reported that Metacon AB has been awarded an add‑on contract to supply a 2,000 NMCH oxygen purification system to Motor Oil Corinth Refineries in Greece. The system will be delivered to Motor Oil’s site and, under Metacon’s supervision, integrated into the 50 MW electrolysis‑based hydrogen production plant currently under construction. “I’m […]

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Japan’s Cosmo Oil partners with Shimonoseki city to turn waste oil into SAF

Japan’s Cosmo Oil partners with Shimonoseki city to turn waste oil into SAF

February 17, 2026 |

In Singapore, Eco Business reported that Japan’s Cosmo Oil has signed an agreement with the western city of Shimonoseki to collect used cooking oil from households and businesses and convert it into sustainable aviation fuel, part of a broader push to build a domestic supply chain for low-carbon jet fuel as global demand accelerates. Cosmo […]

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Nine firms join CAAS, SAFCo to launch SAF procurement trial in Singapore

Nine firms join CAAS, SAFCo to launch SAF procurement trial in Singapore

February 17, 2026 |

In the UK, SAF Investor reported that Singapore’s aviation regulator the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), the Singapore Sustainable Aviation Fuel Company (SAFCo) and nine companies have launched Singapore’s first trial for central procurement of voluntary sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). “We are encouraged by the strong commercial interest. With greater awareness, we hope more […]

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MHI demonstrates SOEC co-electrolysis for liquid synthetic fuels

MHI demonstrates SOEC co-electrolysis for liquid synthetic fuels

February 17, 2026 |

In Bulgaria, Renewables Now reported that Japan’s Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) said it has demonstrated an integrated production process for liquid fuels using SOEC (Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cell) co-electrolysis. The SOEC co-electrolysis produces hydrogen and carbon monoxide, which are then used as the feedstock for production of liquid synthetic fuels using Fischer-Tropsch (FT) synthesis equipment. […]

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LanzaTech selects Humberside for major SAF facility

LanzaTech selects Humberside for major SAF facility

February 17, 2026 |

In India, BioEnergy Times reported that LanzaTech Global has selected Saltend Chemicals Park in Humberside as the preferred location for its DRAGON II project, a $ 689 million investment aimed at large-scale production of sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel. The facility is expected to produce about 80,000 tons of SAF each year along with […]

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Kuehne+Nagel, LATAM Cargo, and The Elite Flower carry out their largest SAF operation yet in Latin America

Kuehne+Nagel, LATAM Cargo, and The Elite Flower carry out their largest SAF operation yet in Latin America

February 17, 2026 |

In Switzerland, Kuehne+Nagel, LATAM Cargo, and The Elite Flower have carried out their largest SAF-based operation to date in Latin America, reducing about 300 tons of CO2e linked to the transportation of more than 495 tons of flowers. The initiative reduced CO2e associated with exporting Colombian flowers from Bogota to Miami for Valentine’s Day, one […]

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EU SAF mandate threatens nearly half of China-bound flights, Air France-KLM warns

EU SAF mandate threatens nearly half of China-bound flights, Air France-KLM warns

February 17, 2026 |

In Washington DC, Visa HQ reported that Air France-KLM CEO Benjamin Smith cautioned that the EU’s RefuelEU Aviation regulation could force the group to slash up to 45% of its Asia network—including many China services—by 2030. The rules compel EU carriers to blend 6% SAF from 2030, rising to 20%  by 2035, while non-EU airlines […]

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