New collaboration to advance green hydrogen technology

Technology company Siemens, China-based Guofu Hydrogen and Germany-based RCT GH Hydrogen are collaborating to advance the hydrogen value chain

The partnership is set to accelerate the global expansion of green hydrogen technology as it focuses on the development and manufacture of electrolysers and green hydrogen production. A recent report from the IEA highlights the growing momentum for low-emissions hydrogen, but notes that while global electrolyser manufacture capacity has grown significantly, progress is stalling due to higher prices and tight supply chains. A continuation of cost reductions relies on technology development, as well as optimising deployment processes and moving to mass manufacturing to achieve economies of scale, the IEA says.

The new partnership focuses on three key areas: developing and engineering Guofu’s electrolysers and electrolyser systems, equipping new electrolyser manufacturing facilities starting in Germany, and developing, constructing, and operating new hydrogen production plants.

RCT GH Hydrogen will lead the engineering, procurement, and construction of state-of-the-art hydrogen production facilities, and ensure that the electrolyser manufacturing facilities meet the highest efficiency and safety standards.

Siemens will be the preferred supplier and technology partner across the entire value chain of Guofu Hydrogen's expansion plans. It will deliver products, solutions and services from across its Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, the company’s open digital business platform, including industrial automation and instrumentation, as well as electrification and building technology, industrial communication, and cybersecurity solutions. Siemens will also provide digital services and software for the design, engineering, simulation, optimisation and standardisation of the entire hydrogen value chain, from electrolyser manufacturing to the operation of hydrogen plants.

Global hydrogen partner ecosystem

The collaboration also involves the development of a global hydrogen partner ecosystem to bring together suppliers, technology providers, and end-users to accelerate innovation and standardisation across the industry, supported by the Siemens Xcelerator, which enables seamless integration and collaboration throughout the value chain.

"This strategic partnership exemplifies Siemens' commitment to driving the industrialisation of green hydrogen production," said Axel Lorenz, CEO of process automation at Siemens. "Our portfolio and domain expertise, combined with Guofu Hydrogen's vision and RCT GH Hydrogen’s proven engineering capabilities, will help establish new standards in electrolyser manufacturing efficiency and scalability. Together, we're not just building factories – we're building the foundation for a sustainable hydrogen ecosystem that will play a crucial role in the global energy transition.”

“Partnering with Siemens allows us to leverage world-class automation and digital capabilities,” added Pinfang Wu, board chairman of Guofu Hydrogen. “This collaboration will significantly accelerate our expansion into global markets and strengthen our position as a leading provider of green hydrogen solutions. Together, we're creating a blueprint for the future of hydrogen production.”