La Française de l’Énergie Secures Major Contract for Hydrogen Project in Norway's Hydrogen Valley
Key Ideas
  • La Française de l’Énergie has secured a strategic contract worth €20 million to supply 20 MW of electrolysers for the Agder Hydrogen Hub project in Norway's Hydrogen Valley.
  • The project, supported by financial grants, aims to establish 60 MW of renewable hydrogen production capacity by 2027, positioning the company as a key player in the low-carbon energy market.
  • The electrolysers, to be delivered by the first half of 2026, will contribute to the use of hydrogen for maritime transport applications in the region.
  • The French company is in discussions with financial partners to secure funding for the project, emphasizing its commitment to expanding its presence in the European renewable energy sector.
La Française de l’Énergie, a French renewable energy company, has secured a significant contract to supply electrolysers for the Agder Hydrogen Hub project in Norway's Hydrogen Valley. The €20 million contract involves the delivery of 20 MW of electrolysers for hydrogen production, specifically for maritime transport applications. The project, supported by a NOK 148 million grant from ENOVA, aims to establish 60 MW of renewable hydrogen production capacity by 2027. La Française de l’Énergie is collaborating with ITM Power for the supply of the electrolysers, with a focus on utilizing the latest-generation Neptune V units. The company's strategic move highlights its ambition to become a key player in the low-carbon energy market in Norway and Europe. The first phase of the project, set to be completed by the first half of 2026, will see the installation of 20 MW of capacity at the Fiska industrial park in Kristiansand. Additionally, plans for a 40 MW expansion in 2027 further underline the company's commitment to sustainable energy solutions. This initiative not only supports the development of hydrogen infrastructure in Norway but also strengthens La Française de l’Énergie's foothold in the renewable energy sector. The company's efforts to secure funding for the project display its dedication to driving the expansion of low-carbon energy initiatives in the region.
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