Siemens, China-based Guofu Hydrogen, a supplier of integrated solutions for hydrogen energy, and RCT GH Hydrogen, a Germany-based supplier of hydrogen systems and services, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on advancing the hydrogen value chain. The partnership marks a significant step forward in the global expansion of green hydrogen technology as it focuses on the development and manufacture of electrolyzers and green hydrogen production, Siemens said.

The agreement establishes Siemens as the preferred supplier and technology partner across the entire value chain of Guofu Hydrogen’s expansion plans. The partnership focuses on three key areas:

• developing and engineering Guofu’s electrolyzers and electrolyzer systems;

• equipping new electrolyzer manufacturing facilities starting in Germany; and

• developing, constructing, and operating new hydrogen production plants.

RCT GH Hydrogen, as a technology partner, will lead the engineering, procurement, and construction of hydrogen production facilities.

As a key contributor, RCT GH Hydrogen will leverage its experience in hydrogen plant construction and systems integration to ensure that the electrolyzer manufacturing facilities meet the highest efficiency and safety standards.

Siemens will be delivering products, solutions and services from across its Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, including industrial automation and instrumentation. The deal also includes electrification and building technology, industrial communication, and cybersecurity solutions. Siemens is also contributing its wide range of digital services and software for the design, engineering, simulation, optimization and standardization of the entire hydrogen value chain, from electrolyzer manufacturing to the operation of hydrogen plants.

Another key element of the collaboration is the development of a global hydrogen partner ecosystem that’s bringing together suppliers, technology providers, and end-users to accelerate innovation and standardization across the industry. This ecosystem will be supported by the Siemens Xcelerator, the company’s open digital business platform that enables seamless integration and collaboration throughout the value chain.