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The hydrogen unicorn: Heven AeroTech raises $100M to scale long-endurance hydrogen drones
Heven AeroTech has raised $100M in Series B funding, making it the first hydrogen-powered drone unicorn. With 10+ hour flight time and 600-mile range, its long-endurance fuel cell UAS tech is built for defence, logistics and GPS-denied missions.
BP exits H2Teesside hydrogen project as site shifts to AI data centre
BP has officially withdrawn from the H2Teesside hydrogen project, marking a major shift in UK energy plans. The site will now host a large AI data centre, raising questions about hydrogen’s role in the country’s net-zero strategy, and who will step in next.
Hydrogen fuel cell discovery by UC Berkeley dramatically reduces cost
A UC Berkeley chemist has developed a breakthrough hydrogen fuel cell technology that could cut electrolyser costs by up to tenfold, removing a major barrier to green hydrogen adoption.
Finland’s bold plan: 10% of EU hydrogen by 2030
Finland is gunning for a massive 10% share of the EU’s clean hydrogen supply. With abundant water, cheap clean energy, and huge projects like H2BRIDGE, the Nordic nation is gearing up for a potential €34bn economic boom.
Hydrogen takes flight: Intelligent Energy powers UK’s first long-range drone trial
Intelligent Energy powers the UK’s first long-range hydrogen drone flight, coordinated by BT and controlled by uAvionix, revolutionising UAV endurance.
Hy2Move: €1.4 billion EU support to drive €4.7 billion hydrogen transport boost
The EU has approved €1.4 billion in public funding for hydrogen research and mobility innovation under the IPCEI Hy2Move project. Backed by seven Member States, it aims to drive zero-emission transport with support for hydrogen-powered ships, planes, and vehicles.
NASA awards $147M hydrogen supply contracts to Plug Power and Air Products
NASA has awarded Plug Power and Air Products a combined $147.2 million to deliver nearly 37 million pounds of liquid hydrogen for launch operations and research centers through 2030.
Toyota’s superconducting pump and liquid H2 take to the grid
Toyota runs superconducting pump inside liquid H₂ tank for the first time at Super Taikyu 2025 finale – achieving 1.3× tank capacity and lower boil-off.
€8/kg hydrogen enables cost parity with diesel: Hylane & H2 Mobility milestone
€8/kg hydrogen makes fuel-cell trucks economically viable, matching diesel costs via Hylane-H2 Mobility partnership.
Aberdeen’s hydrogen buses delayed again: what’s holding back the return?
Aberdeen’s 15 hydrogen buses still off the road after 14 months. New depot refuelling and TECA hub are ready, but no return date yet. Full update inside.
Shell signs renewable power deals to fuel REFHYNE 2 hydrogen electrolyser in Germany
Shell has signed two long-term renewable power agreements to supply wind and solar electricity to its REFHYNE 2 hydrogen electrolyser in Germany. The 100 MW facility is set to become one of Europe’s largest renewable hydrogen projects.
Project Union: the UK’s national hydrogen pipeline network explained
Project Union is the UK’s national hydrogen pipeline project by National Gas. Backed by £164 million in funding from Ofgem, it aims to repurpose over 2,400 km of natural gas pipelines to create a 1,500-mile hydrogen network connecting key industrial hubs across Britain.
EU funds 38 new hydrogen refuelling stations in €600 million push for clean mobility
The EU has awarded over €600 million to clean transport projects, including 38 new hydrogen refuelling stations across Europe. The funding supports the shift to zero-emission mobility through hydrogen-powered infrastructure for cars, trucks and buses.
Hyundai commits $85 billion to accelerate hydrogen and mobility innovations
Hyundai will invest $85 billion in South Korea through 2030, with hydrogen, AI and fuel-cell infrastructure at the heart of its clean mobility strategy.
BMW secures €273 million in public funding to scale hydrogen fuel cell vehicles
BMW has secured €273 million in IPCEI-backed funding from Germany and Bavaria to develop and industrialise hydrogen fuel cell powertrains for passenger vehicles through its Hy2Move project, with series production set to begin by 2028.
Plug Power to supply 55 MW of electrolysers for UK hydrogen hubs
Plug Power has signed a deal with Carlton Power to supply 55 MW of PEM electrolysers for three UK green hydrogen hubs, backed by a fixed strike price to support clean hydrogen adoption.
Hyundai’s all‑new NEXO raises the bar for hydrogen mobility
Hyundai’s latest NEXO fuel‑cell SUV delivers 826 km range, faster refuelling, premium tech and a clear signal that hydrogen mobility is ready for the mainstream.
Hydrogen-electric aircraft project in EU awarded €21.4m grant
ZeroAvia has been awarded €21.4 million to retrofit 15 Cessna Caravans with hydrogen-electric engines and roll out airport hydrogen infrastructure across Norway. The project could enable the world’s largest network of zero-emission commercial flights.
Phase 2 begins: Daimler rolls out next wave of hydrogen truck trials
Daimler Truck has kicked off a second‑phase trial of its GenH2 hydrogen fuel‑cell truck with five logistics partners, marking a key step for heavy‑duty zero‑emission transport.
Britain accelerates hydrogen backbone with £164m funding
National Gas wins £164 million to develop a core hydrogen pipeline network, linking industrial clusters and producers across the UK.