AZL Aachen GmbH, in partnership with a consortium of 25 industry stakeholders, has completed a landmark 12-month R&D project focused on advancing the development of fiber-reinforced pressure vessels crucial for the hydrogen economy. The project, titled 'Trends & Design Factors for Hydrogen Pressure Vessels,' aimed to address key challenges related to material impacts, design complexities, and manufacturing technologies. The comprehensive 550-page report presented to industry participants highlighted cutting-edge trends in thermoset and thermoplastic pressure vessel development. The project's first phase involved in-depth research on regulations, safety standards, and state-of-the-art hydrogen pressure vessels. The second phase included extensive engineering studies where CAE models were developed to analyze different layouts of pressure vessels for varying applications. The results showcased opportunities for weight and cost reductions in pressure vessels through innovative material combinations and manufacturing techniques. Industry feedback, like that of Floteks Plastik San. Tic. A.Ş chairman Celal Beysel, has emphasized the project's importance in meeting the hydrogen economy's requirements for safe and cost-effective pressure vessels. Companies like Floteks, a Tier 1 supplier, have already begun integrating insights from the project into their R&D initiatives. AZL Aachen's role as an innovation partner for hydrogen tank development and composite technologies has been pivotal in driving advancements in the sector. The successful completion of this project underscores the potential for enhanced competitiveness of hydrogen technology across various sectors, positioning AZL Aachen as a key player in fostering collaboration and innovation in the hydrogen market.