ITM Power signs deal with consortium

ITM Power is working with Dutch Fuel Cell consortium (DFC) to develop hydrogen energy system projects for clean fuel and energy storage applications.

DFC has developed a network of technology and marketing partners in the Benelux countries. It is involved in developing energy systems based on fuel cells and alternative energy technologies.

In a statement, ITM said: “By bringing together consortiums of experienced partners, DFC has become a national leader in the deployment of renewable generation and the introduction of zero-emission transportation in cities using highly innovative, but proven technology.”

It is developing city buses, hydrogen refuelling stations and renewable energy supplies for mobile telecom base stations.

ITM Power will provide hydrogen generation, storage and dispensing technology through its HFuel technology platform and hydrogen energy system expertise for integrating electrolysers and fuel cells.

Commenting for ITM Power, Graham Cooley, the chief executive, said: “Partnering with DFC for the development of hydrogen energy projects is a very exciting step for ITM Power; renewable energy policies are well developed in the Benelux countries and the deployment of hydrogen as a clean fuel is gaining momentum.

Theo Hendriks, Managing Director of DFC, said: “We have been impressed with the HOST trials developed by ITM Power in the UK and with the HFuel refuelling station technology. Partnering with ITM Power provides the opportunity to introduce their technology to the rapidly expanding alternative energy market in the Benelux countries.”