What is the Hydrogenious Project?
CARRYING THE NEW ENERGY WORLD. HANDLING HYDROGEN AS AN OIL. Hydrogenious has pioneered a method that stores and transports hydrogen in a liquid organic carrier – the missing link to a clean hydrogen world. This project makes it possible to handle hydrogen just like oil, offering superior safety and flexibility. By integrating LOHC (liquid organic hydrogen carrier) technology, the project paves the way for a new era in hydrogen mobility and industry, and it does so using conventional fuel infrastructure… making it accessible and practical almost everywhere.
Main Benefit Highlights
- Hydrogen stored in a liquid organic carrier.
- Superior safety and flexibility for large-volume hydrogen storage.
- Hydrogen release capacity of up to 1,800 tonnes per year at the Blue Danube hub.
- Project Hector set to become the world’s largest LOHC facility.
- One Reactor designed for a capacity of approximately 300 kg per day.
- Strategic financing rounds, including funding of €20 million, €50 million, and over €17 million.
How It Works
The way the project works is both straightforward and innovative. READY FOR RAMPING UP CLEAN HYDROGEN SUPPLY? Hydrogenious utilizes conventional liquid fuel infrastructure to transport hydrogen safely and efficiently. The method is simple: by treating hydrogen as one would oil, it benefits from ambient condition operations and avoids the complex supply constraints typically seen in hydrogen storage. In this process, every step counts – from safe handling and storage to flexible distribution – ensuring that clean hydrogen remains available for timely industrial and mobility applications. There’s a rhythm in the operations… a blend of modern technology meeting established techniques.
Innovative Solutions in Hydrogen Storage
Highlighting the cutting-edge approach, the project offers timely and effective solutions for hydrogen storage and transport. The underlying technology ensures that large volumes of hydrogen are stored securely and can be transported over long distances while reusing an existing conventional fuel infrastructure. Interested parties can check out this superior, safe, efficient, and flexible method of accessing clean hydrogen. It means overcoming challenges related to hydrogen safety and the intricacies of traditional supply routes. In essence, a partner in this initiative unlocks the potential of LOHC technology to drive forward a sustainable energy future… in a way that’s both practical and groundbreaking.
Lighthouse Projects and Milestones
The journey of Hydrogenious is punctuated by several lighthouse projects that stand as milestones for LOHC technology deployment. GREEN HYDROGEN @ BLUE DANUBE will be the first LOHC hub in Central Europe, boasting a hydrogen release capacity of up to 1,800 tonnes per year – a project set to supply industrial offtakers in the Danube region by 2028. Project Hector is poised to become the world’s largest facility for storing green hydrogen using LOHC technology, and it will work in tandem with Blue Danube to form a comprehensive LOHC value chain at an industrial scale. Meanwhile, in Project One Reactor, there is a focus on unlocking LOHC’s full potential with a medium-scale facility designed to handle roughly 300 kg per day – truly a blend of innovation and practical engineering.
Project Impact on Sustainable Development
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy – Providing a new pathway to access clean hydrogen for industry and mobility.
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – Driving the evolution of existing infrastructure through innovative LOHC solutions.
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – Enabling urban areas and regions to adopt clean energy practices with enhanced safety.
- SDG 13: Climate Action – Contributing towards a reduction in carbon emissions and advancing global climate goals.
News, Partners, and Industry Collaboration
Recent headlines highlight significant milestones and ongoing efforts in consolidating LOHC technology as a core player in the new energy landscape. A notable achievement is the award and EPCM contract for the world’s largest hydrogen release plant in Bavaria, Germany, which underscores the trust and dedication behind these initiatives. Hydrogenious LOHC Technologies is also a proud member of TEAM ENERGIEWENDE BAYERN and has received official approval for its ‘HECTOR’ storage plant – further validating the progress. Founded in 2013, Hydrogenious expanded with subsidiaries in regions such as Western Germany/North Rhine-Westphalia, dedicated to the development, construction, and operation of regional LOHC projects. Strategic investors such as AP Ventures, Royal Vopak, Covestro, Mitsubishi Corporation, Winkelmann Group, Temasek, and Chevron Technology Ventures have fueled the journey with substantial funding rounds over the years. Contacts like MARKUS ZARADIC (Head of Finance), JOHANNES FREVEL (Head of Strategy), ULRIKE SCHÖNFELDER-WALTHER (Head of Communications, Regulation & Policy), and FRANK ERIK WALTER (Global Media Relations & PR) keep the pulse on industry affairs and media relations. The collaboration, news updates, and continued investment all combine to create a strong ecosystem that fosters clean energy and innovative hydrogen solutions – a movement where technology, infrastructure, and environmental stewardship align.
