Global Overview of Hydrogen Station Deployments and Trends
Key Ideas
- Over 800 hydrogen stations are currently deployed globally, with continuous growth and updates in the database.
- China and Japan lead in station deployments, with notable growth in Asia-Pacific regions like Korea and Europe.
- Hydrogen station deployments are driving the expansion of fuel cell buses, trucks, and passenger vehicles.
- While California leads in the U.S., other states like Ohio also have significant hydrogen station deployments.
The article discusses the release of the 'Global Hydrogen Station Database, 1Q 2025' by ResearchAndMarkets.com. This database provides a comprehensive list of hydrogen stations worldwide, detailing their attributes such as location, opening date, fueling pressure, and vehicle types supported. It also includes information on the production and storage methods of hydrogen at these stations. The database reports that there are over 800 hydrogen stations globally, with a significant number in China and Japan. Growth has been notable in regions like Asia-Pacific and Europe, with countries like Korea and France showing increased deployments. In the U.S., California is the primary state with significant hydrogen station deployments, complemented by other states like Ohio. The article emphasizes how these station deployments are instrumental in fostering a hydrogen economy and supporting the expansion of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles across different sectors.