Eurotainer accelerates Norway’s hydrogen economy with Hexagon Purus hydrogen distribution solution

(Oslo, 23 September 2024) In support of Norway’s ambitious goal to become a low-emission society by 2050, Eurotainer, a global leader in tank container leasing, has partnered with Hexagon Purus, a world leading provider of zero-emission infrastructure and mobility solutions, to launch Type 4 hydrogen storage solutions. This marks the first time these advanced hydrogen storage systems will be available for leasing to industrial customers in Norway, including Norwegian Hydrogen.

Hexagon Purus will provide 380-bar hydrogen distribution systems, designed for the safe and efficient transportation of green hydrogen. These systems will be available through Eurotainer’s leasing network to support hydrogen transport for mobility and industrial applications across Norway and beyond, playing a key role in advancing the country’s hydrogen economy.

Among Eurotainer's customers is Norwegian Hydrogen, already producing green hydrogen at its recently opened Hellesylt Hydrogen Hub, and with additional production facilities in development across the Nordics. The hydrogen produced will be distributed to a group of industrial customers, including construction company Veidekke which will use the green hydrogen to significantly reduce emissions on two of their asphalt production plants in the region. Some of the hydrogen will also be utilized by Vireon, a subsidiary of Norwegian Hydrogen, which aims to become the leading operator of hydrogen refueling stations for heavy transport in the Nordic region.

The new hydrogen storage systems, manufactured at Hexagon Purus’ facility in Weeze, Germany, will be delivered by the end of the year. This collaboration will further expand the distribution of green hydrogen, a key element in Norway’s transition to a sustainable, low-emission future.

Driving Energy Transformation

“We see immense potential in Norway and in broader European markets as hydrogen emerges as a critical solution for decarbonizing mobility and industry. We’re delighted to now be able to offer a new hydrogen storage product to our customers that will enable them to decarbonize their operations,” says Nicolas Rougeron, General Manager Europe, Eurotainer. “After evaluating several Type 4 hydrogen storage providers, we selected Hexagon Purus for their proven track record and the exceptional quality of their products. We’re excited to have them as a reliable partner.”

Morten Holum, CEO, Hexagon Purus, added: “Our hydrogen distribution modules offer the highest transport capacity at the lowest total cost of ownership, enabling efficient delivery of hydrogen from production facilities to industrial customers and refueling stations. We are excited to support Eurotainer in making hydrogen more accessible for industrial and mobility applications.”

About the market

The industrial and mobility sectors account for close to 50% of annual carbon emissions globally, and hydrogen has an important role to play in reducing these emissions, particularly in hard-to-abate sectors. Hexagon Purus’ type 4 based hydrogen distribution system is the preferred technology for bulk distribution of hydrogen offering the highest capacity and the lowest total cost of ownership compared to traditional steel tube trailers. Making green hydrogen available for use in industrial processes and mobility is critical to reduce carbon emissions, and hydrogen is projected to supply up to 25% of the world's energy needs by 2050.

For more information:

Eli Turander, Global Communications Director, Hexagon Purus
Telephone: +47 953 35 795 | eli.turander@hexagonpurus.com

Mathias Meidell, Investor Relations Director, Hexagon Purus
Telephone: +47 909 82 242 | mathias.meidell@hexagonpurus.com

About Eurotainer

For more than 50 years, Eurotainer has been the worldwide leader of the Tank Container leasing industry, servicing a wide range of customers from industries as diverse as Petroleum, Chemical, Mining, Food and Transportation. As the leader in international bulk gas and liquid transportation, Eurotainer leases the most optimized, safest, state-of-the-art equipment available.

For further information visit www.eurotainer.com and follow @Eurotainer SA on LinkedIn.

About Hexagon Purus

Hexagon Purus enables zero emission mobility for a cleaner energy future. The company is a world leading provider of hydrogen Type 4 high-pressure cylinders and systems, battery systems and vehicle integration solutions for fuel cell electric and battery electric vehicles. Hexagon Purus' products are used in a variety of applications including light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles, buses, ground storage, distribution, refueling, maritime, rail and aerospace.

Learn more at www.hexagonpurus.com and follow @HexagonPurus on X and LinkedIn.