Airbus UpNext, a subsidiary of Airbus based in Toulouse, France, has partnered with Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions Corporation from Tokyo, Japan, to advance superconducting technologies for hydrogen-powered aircraft. The collaboration includes the development of a two-megawatt superconducting motor that utilizes -253°C liquid hydrogen as both fuel and a cooling agent for electric propulsion systems. This innovative cryogenic approach is expected to enable efficient power transmission across the aircraft's electrical systems, leading to enhanced energy efficiency and performance. Grzegorz Ombach, Airbus Senior Vice President, expressed optimism about the partnership, highlighting the potential to unlock new design possibilities for Airbus' future hydrogen-powered aircraft. Similarly, Tsutomu Takeuchi from Toshiba emphasized the significant role of superconducting technologies in shaping the aerospace sector's future and contributing to decarbonizing aviation. The signing of the agreement during Japan Aerospace 2024 in Tokyo by key representatives from both companies marks a crucial step towards advancing next-generation technologies in the aerospace industry.