H-TEC SYSTEMS and Bilfinger sign MoU to stimulate efficient green hydrogen projects in Europe

A core element of the collaboration initiative between H-TEC SYSTEMS and Bilfinger is the joint development of green hydrogen project concepts and the alignment of technical and commercial interfaces between both parties. This approach not only enables flexibility regarding project-specific contractual design, but also ensures seamless integration of expertise for optimized project outcomes.

Both companies are convinced of the crucial role that green hydrogen will play in transforming the energy market, and they believe that a joint approach between relevant players will be key to advancing the hydrogen economy. With global demand for green hydrogen expected to grow significantly in the coming years and decades, the partners see promising business potential in tapping into this market. With their strong complementary capabilities, Bilfinger as a service provider for industrial installations and H-TEC SYSTEMS as a proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolysis supplier (OEM) can make a meaningful contribution to this transformation.

PEM electrolysis is a technology that splits water into hydrogen and oxygen using an electric current passed through a special membrane. This membrane enables higher efficiency and faster response times. Additionally, PEM electrolysis operates at lower temperatures and pressures, making it more suitable for decentralized and on-demand hydrogen production applications. This reduces transport-related energy consumption and emissions associated with delivering hydrogen to end users.

Large-scale electrolysis projects typically include a core electrolysis scope, which is usually covered by an OEM and balance-of-plant related elements, for which customers typically engage an EPC/EPCM company or plant integrator. Clearly defined interfaces and elaborated standardized installation concepts are considered to provide substantial added value for all parties involved.

Under the agreement, both parties intend to work together as preferred partners for suitable projects in which both parties see mutual value creation through their complementary offerings.

“We are very pleased with the collaboration with H-TEC SYSTEMS, tailoring it to the growing needs of our customers while optimizing project execution and efficiency,” said Ulrich Trebbe, Product Manager H2 at Bilfinger. “Our companies can make a meaningful contribution to the sustainable transition of our energy system to carbon-free technologies. Innovation and technological leadership, as well as cost attractiveness and customer focus, will play a key role in this transformation.”

“We are pleased to enter into this partnership with Bilfinger,” said Robin von Plettenberg, CEO of H-TEC SYSTEMS. “Our collaboration presents a core value proposition for joint customers. Customers looking to invest in a green hydrogen plant are looking for reliable partners who can offer standardized, optimized and repeatable installation concepts and thus help reduce the overall complexity, risks and costs of a project.”

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