Airbus' Strategic Move: Partnering for Hydrogen Aircraft in Japan
Key Ideas
  • Airbus collaborates with Japanese partners and airports to establish a 'Hydrogen Hub at Airports' program involving 14 countries.
  • Japan, with its focus on hydrogen and government support, plays a key role in Airbus' hydrogen aviation plans.
  • Kawasaki Heavy Industries to prepare the ecosystem with cryogenic technology expertise for hydrogen integration in airports.
  • Airbus aims for a hydrogen-powered aircraft by 2035, with a vision of Japan as a mature market for the hydrogen industry.
Airbus has taken a significant step towards the development of hydrogen aircraft by signing a memorandum of understanding with Kawasaki Heavy Industries and a Japanese airport operator. The agreement is part of Airbus' 'Hydrogen Hub at Airports' program, which spans 14 countries. Japan, a country known for its pioneering work in hydrogen technology and government support, is a vital partner in this initiative. The partnership with Kawasaki, renowned for its cryogenic technology, will help in preparing the ecosystem for hydrogen integration at airports. The collaboration aims to conduct detailed studies on integrating the hydrogen supply chain and airport operations. Airbus foresees an initial requirement of a few tonnes of liquid hydrogen daily, eventually escalating to several hundred tonnes by 2050. The company expresses confidence in Japan's maturity in the hydrogen industry, particularly evident in Kansai. This positive outlook is reinforced by Karine Guenan, Airbus' Head of ZEROe Ecosystem, who believes that the joint efforts with Japanese entities will lead to the introduction of a hydrogen-powered aircraft by 2035. This strategic move by Airbus highlights the importance of partnerships and international cooperation in advancing sustainable aviation practices. With a clear vision and concrete plans, Airbus is positioning itself at the forefront of hydrogen aircraft development, with Japan playing a crucial role in this transformative journey towards a greener aviation industry.
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