Industry News

Germany and Australia sign hydrogen deal: 400 million euros for green energy

23.09.2024

The Federal Republic of Germany and Australia have signed an agreement that paves the way for extensive investment in the Australian hydrogen industry. With a financing volume of 400 million euros, the expansion of large-scale plants for the production of green hydrogen in Australia is to be driven forward.

Europipe supplies large-diameter pipes for AUGUSTA gas transport pipeline

23.09.2024

The 40.5 km long AUGUSTA gas transport pipeline will connect the Wertingen compressor station (Dillingen district) with the Kötz network node (Günzburg district). At the beginning of July, Bayernets awarded the contract for the delivery of the large-diameter pipes to the Mülheim-based company Europipe - the global market leader in the manufacture of welded large-diameter steel pipes.

Norway and Germany Collaborate on Large-Scale Electrolyser Production

23.09.2024

Norwegian company Hystar AS and German industrial firm Thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering GmbH have entered into a partnership to develop a high-capacity hydrogen production facility in Europe. The project aims to significantly increase electrolyser manufacturing capabilities.

Study: CO2 reduction enables the extraction of valuable chemicals

23.09.2024

The Fritz-Haber-Institut (FHI) of the Max-Planck-Gesellschaft reports on a „groundbreaking study by the Interface Science Department at the Fritz-Haber-Institut and the Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia“.

HYBRIT: Successful Pilot Phase, Industrial Implementation to Follow

20.09.2024

The HYBRIT initiative has submitted a final report to the Swedish Energy Agency detailing the outcomes of six years of research. The next phase of the project will scale the process to industrial levels.

Global Milestones: A Remarkable Year for the Eirich Group

20.09.2024

The history of the Eirich Group is closely linked with the strategic expansion of its international presence. This year, the Eirich Group celebrated three milestones in Asia: 50 years of presence in Japan, 30 years in China, and 25 years in India.

Recycled ground covers for landscaping

20.09.2024

KHK Kunststoffhandel Cromm & Seiter GmbH combines a cover made of glass fibre composite material and a frame made of secondary plastic in its FibreEco ground covers. The corrosion-free and lightweight cover is designed to protect access to rainwater cisterns, manholes and other infrastructure in gardening and landscaping.

Fritz Winter Sets Course for a Green Future with Multi-Million Euro Investment

20.09.2024

At a municipal meeting in Stadtallendorf, Fritz Winter Eisengießerei unveiled its extensive future plans. Led by CEO Ralf von Hörsten and Markus Semmler, Head of Factory Planning and Environmental Protection, the company announced an investment exceeding 300 million euros in the coming years.

Fossil-Free Electricity for Green Steel: New Partnership Between Vattenfall and Salzgitter AG

20.09.2024

Vattenfall and Salzgitter AG have announced a significant electricity partnership to support the decarbonization of steel production. A new "Power Purchase Agreement" (PPA) will provide fossil-free electricity from the offshore wind park Nordlicht 1 for steel production starting in 2028.

100-MW Hydrogen Plant Planned for Lingen

16.09.2024

RWE has commissioned Sunfire to supply a 100-MW electrolyzer. The project is part of the GET H2 Nucleus and is set to produce green hydrogen for industry starting in 2027. With this project, the two companies are expanding their collaboration.