A significant €50 million investment is set to boost the development of a low-carbon hydrogen supply chain in France, particularly within the Normandy industrial basin. This move will accelerate the transition to sustainable mobility, creating an advanced hydrogen packaging and delivery system to refuel stations along the Seine Axis.
The new supply chain will leverage renewable hydrogen produced by a 200 MW electrolyzer, currently under construction. By focusing on both industrial decarbonization and low-carbon transportation, this project is expected to drive positive change in the Normandy and Ile-de-France regions.
The initiative aligns with the growing demand for hydrogen-powered vehicles, such as hydrogen taxis, which are projected to triple by the end of 2024. Additionally, it will support a range of hydrogen-powered vehicles, from corporate fleets and light utility vehicles to hydrogen buses and trucks. This transition to cleaner transportation options is a key step in reducing carbon emissions and fostering sustainable supply chains.
A strategic partnership model will allow the hydrogen supply chain to serve both heavy and light mobility sectors, with around 25% of the electrolyzer’s capacity dedicated to refueling decarbonized transportation along the Seine Axis. This will provide enough hydrogen to support 500 hydrogen trucks or 10,000 light vehicles, further enhancing the region’s sustainable supply chain capacity.
This investment also complements the ongoing efforts to decarbonize the Normandy industrial basin. With an existing hydrogen network that includes production units and CO₂ capture solutions, this initiative strengthens France’s position in the global transition to clean energy and green logistics.
By expanding the hydrogen supply infrastructure, this project supports both the environment and the future of transportation, illustrating the critical role of supply chains in fostering sustainable development.
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