Protium and ULEMCo have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to work together on building demand for green hydrogen (H₂) fuel in transport applications. While the collaboration reflects a shared nationwide ambition, the immediate focus will be on Wales and South England, where Protium currently operates the Pioneer 1 H₂ production facility and is set to launch a new site, Pioneer 2.

H₂ dual-fuel refuse collection vehicle.

This agreement brings together two leading players in the UK’s growing H₂ economy: Protium, a producer and supplier of renewable energy, and ULEMCo, a UK-based leading solutions provider for H₂ combustion and fuel cell powertrain technologies for transport applications. Their partnership aims to accelerate the use of zero-carbon H₂ fuel for heavy-duty vehicles and non-road mobile machinery.

“This MoU marks a major step forward in building a clean, hydrogen-powered transport ecosystem for Wales and South England,” said Jon Constable, COO at Protium. “Our green hydrogen will help decarbonize transport, support local industry, and contribute to net zero goals.”

Under the agreement, the two companies will jointly explore opportunities for:

• Supplying green H₂ to local transport operators and depots
• Providing H₂ combustion and fuel cell solutions into a range of vehicle and machinery platforms
• Demonstrating H₂-powered mobility projects in real-world environments
• Engaging with government bodies to support wider H₂ adoption and infrastructure rollout

Jordon Cullen, Commercial Manager at ULEMCo, commented: “Hydrogen is essential for decarbonizing sectors where electrification is not practical. We are excited to be collaborating with Protium to deliver achievable and affordable solutions, helping our customers  decarbonize now. This partnership demonstrates our commitment to supporting a clean energy transition across the UK.”

This collaboration supports Welsh Government’s ambitions to make South Wales a hub for low-carbon industry and innovation.