France Hydrogène and the Scottish Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Association (SHFCA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration and cooperation between the two organisations and accelerate the deployment of hydrogen for the transition to net zero.
According to SHFCA’s statement, this strategic partnership will leverage the strengths and expertise of both associations with a new and forward-looking Auld Alliance across a combined membership of over 650 organisations in this fast-growing hydrogen sector. The strategic partnership is expected to accelerate hydrogen development, supporting skills development, fostering business growth, and driving crucial research and development activities.
Key Objectives of the MoU between SHFCA and France Hydrogène:
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Collaborative Projects: help develop effective links between France Hydrogène and SHFCA on behalf of our members.
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Knowledge Sharing: support the growth and beneficial impacts of our sector, and to develop and share best practice in the safe use and deployment of hydrogen.
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Advocacy and Representation: Improved engagement with other organisations in complementary geographic locations to support development of alliances
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Capacity Building: Support skills development, training, education, and wider STEM outreach activities
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Resource Sharing: Coordination of news articles, communications, and events where appropriate and in common interest.
Philippe Boucly, President of France Hydrogène, conveyed his satisfaction in strengthening the relationship with SHFCA on key aspects of the European hydrogen economy. He expressed eagerness to further cooperate with Scotland, emphasizing joint efforts to combat climate change, enhance European energy security, and contribute to economic development.
Scotland and France have been at the vanguard of a revolution in hydrogen production and the Scottish Government is committed to deepening collaboration with our European partners to unlock this potential and help deliver well-paid new jobs and a greener, more sustainable energy system across Europe.
… said Scottish Government Energy Minister, Gillian Martin
Nigel Holmes, Chief Executive of SHFCA, expressed his delight in establishing a forward-looking alliance with France Hydrogène. He sees this collaboration as a means to accelerate the deployment of hydrogen and fuel cells, ultimately contributing to the establishment of a thriving hydrogen economy across Europe.
To remind, a consortium of four Scottish renewable and maritime companies have recently been awarded a UK Government Department for Transport grant of over £535,000 to develop an innovative UK-first approach that will use clean, green hydrogen energy to reduce carbon emissions from vessels when berthed in port.
