The European Commission has granted approval for Germany to provide $3.2 billion in state aid to support the construction of the Hydrogen Core Network (HCN). This network, crucial for long-distance hydrogen transport in Germany and across Europe, aligns with the EU's Hydrogen Strategy and 'Fit for 55' package. The aid will facilitate the repurposing of gas pipelines and the construction of new hydrogen infrastructure, all aimed at promoting renewable hydrogen usage by 2030. The investment will be managed by selected hydrogen transmission system operators, with a state guarantee enabling favorable loans to cover initial operational costs. Germany's commitment to hydrogen as a key decarbonization tool is further emphasized by the substantial investments planned by Sefe, a state-controlled firm. The company intends to repurpose gas storage sites and pipelines to support green hydrogen storage and transportation. Moreover, partnerships like the one with Equinor signify Germany's long-term strategy, with plans to be a significant off-taker of low-carbon hydrogen from 2029 onwards. The timeline for the Hydrogen Core Network's development is ambitious, with the first major pipeline expected to be operational in 2025 and the full network completion targeted for 2032. This initiative signifies a major step towards Germany's hydrogen infrastructure goals, supporting its vision for a greener, more sustainable economy.