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Thermax and HydrogenPro ASA partner to indigenize alkaline water electrolysis solution for large-scale GH2 projects

Thermax, an energy and environment solutions provider, has announced a strategic partnership with HydrogenPro for alkaline electrolyzers. As part of the technology licensing and agreement for supply of stacks, including any future upgrades and technical support from HydrogenPro, Thermax will have exclusive rights in India for the supply, installation, commissioning and after-sales services of alkaline electrolyzer systems based on HydrogenPro’s technology, which will be effective immediately and available for deployment in ongoing Indian green H2 projects.

HydrogenPro brings world-class, proven electrolyzer technology that fully complies with international standards and certifications. HydrogenPro’s in-house expertise in advanced electrode development and coating serves as a key enabler for delivering high-efficiency systems.

Through a comprehensive technology transfer, Thermax will engineer and manufacture key systems and balance-of-plant components of the electrolyzer for integration with stacks. Additionally, Thermax and HydrogenPro will collaborate on the joint development of advanced solutions to meet evolving market needs. As a significant first step, a state-of-the-art test station for short stacks will be established at Thermax’s facility in Pune.

Commenting on the partnership, Ashish Bhandari, MD & CEO, Thermax, said, “Our association with H2Pro marks an important step in expanding our green H2 portfolio. This collaboration enables us to immediately offer market-ready alkaline technology-based solutions for deployment across industries in India. By combining HydrogenPro’s proven technology with Thermax’s engineering and project execution expertise, we will deliver integrated, localized, state-of-the-art alkaline electrolyzer solutions with complete lifecycle support. This partnership reinforces our commitment to advancing industrial decarbonization and supporting India’s energy transition.”

Jarle Dragvik, CEO, HydrogenPro, said, “India, with its strong development in renewable energy is one of the fastest growing H2 markets. The partnership with Thermax provides us with an important entry into the country and a solid market foothold. Our goal is to enable the decarbonization of industry through the use of green H2, particularly in sectors with few or no renewable alternatives to current operational practices. India is striving to decarbonize their industries and modernize power generation, and this closely aligns with our technology. We will jointly develop and deliver comprehensive, integrated solutions that address complex challenges and enable scalable, sustainable energy advancements in India.”

With this collaboration, Thermax will offer end-to-end integrated green H2 solutions—encompassing the supply of electrolyzer systems, turnkey project execution on an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) basis, and value-added services to ensure optimal performance of green H2 production plants.

This strategic partnership underscores Thermax’s proactive role in shaping a sustainable future and leading the development of India’s green H2 ecosystem.