Milestone Achieved in Pioneering Hydrogen Storage Project in Gronau-Epe
Key Ideas
- Borsig ZM Compression has successfully tested the first of three hydrogen-specific compressors for the RWE Gas Storage West project in Gronau-Epe.
- The compressors have a drive power of 2800 kW and are designed to handle high differential pressures for efficient hydrogen storage.
- The collaboration between Borsig ZM and RWE Gas Storage West emphasizes the significance of partnerships in advancing hydrogen technology.
- The commissioning of the compression systems in 2026 is deemed a critical milestone for Germany's hydrogen strategy.
Borsig ZM Compression GmbH has achieved a significant milestone in the development of a hydrogen storage project in Gronau-Epe, Germany. The company successfully conducted a factory test run of the first of three hydrogen-specific reciprocating compressors designed for the RWE Gas Storage West project. These compressors, with a drive power of 2800 kW, are tailored to meet the demands of high-pressure hydrogen storage. Once operational, the storage facility in Gronau-Epe will offer a storage capacity of approximately 38 million standard cubic meters, marking a notable advancement in Germany's hydrogen infrastructure. The partnership between Borsig ZM and RWE Gas Storage West underscores the importance of collaboration in driving innovation within the hydrogen industry. The successful commissioning of the compression systems in 2026 is anticipated to play a pivotal role in realizing Germany's strategic objectives for hydrogen utilization.