Haide Hydrogen Energy hat eine neue Runde strategischer Finanzierung abgeschlossen. Light Source Capital fungiert als exklusiver Finanzberater.

 HydoTech, a leading enterprise in the global green hydrogen production from renewable energy sector, announced today the completion of a new round of strategic financing. The investment was led by institutions such as NIO Capital, and existing shareholders Xianghe Capital and Joy Capital continued to increase their stakes. Part of NIO Capital's investment was arranged through a strategic cooperation with the CLP Group. Light Capital served as the exclusive financial advisor.

This round of financing will be primarily used for global market expansion and new product development, further consolidating HydoTech's technological innovation advantage and leading position in commercialization in the green hydrogen industry. After the completion of this round of financing, HydoTech's shareholder roster includes energy giants and leading investment institutions such as Sinopec, Saudi Aramco, NIO Capital, Sequoia China, Joy Capital, Xianghe Capital, ZhenFund, Inno Angel Fund, and Tsinghua Alumni Seed Fund. This not only reflects the high recognition of HydoTech's technological strength and commercialization prospects by investment institutions but also demonstrates the collective consensus of global capital and industrial forces on the future value of the green hydrogen track.

HydoTech is committed to providing continuous and advanced green hydrogen solutions for global energy changemakers. From its flagship product, the advanced electrolytic hydrogen production system Hydolyser®, to ecosystem solutions covering multiple scenarios, HydoTech's business has entered the markets of China, Europe, and the Middle East, and has gained recognition from energy giants such as Saudi Aramco, Sinopec, Shell, and TotalEnergies globally.

Advanced Technology at the Core, Driving into the Affordable Green Hydrogen Era

In the diverse applications of green hydrogen, the hydrogen production system is the core of the technological system. HydoTech's new-generation hydrogen production system, HydoLyser®, is like a "chip" of green energy, providing customers with the technological value of higher efficiency, stronger adaptability to renewable energy, and easier operation and maintenance, and driving down the levelized cost of green hydrogen.

HydoTech has launched a complete product portfolio, including high-pressure (HydoLyser® MK), low-pressure (HydoLyser® X), and AEM (HydoLyser® Anion) product series. The industrial-grade systems of the two flagship products with a capacity of over 5MW have demonstrated high performance during long-term operation. The measured direct current power consumption is as low as 4.0kWh/Nm³, the current efficiency is greater than 97%, the dynamic response rate is greater than 5%/s, and the safe operating range at low load is less than 20%.

In addition to its superior performance, HydoLyser® is a digitally native hydrogen production system. Combining the plug-in configuration of HydoLyser® with the self-developed HydoOS® Green Hydrogen Intelligent Management System, HydoTech provides customers with the ability to monitor and maintain the health status of electrolyzers throughout their entire lifecycle. Based on the HydoOS® CVM technology, the health status of individual cells can be monitored in real-time. For identified faulty single cells, rapid replacement or upgrade can be completed within 12 hours on the project site. A complete on-site operation process has been established in strict accordance with the petrochemical industry standards, reducing the operation and maintenance cost by at least 90%, thus solving the core pain points of the industry.

Global Project Implementation, Accompanying World-Class Customers on Their Energy Transition Journey

Relying on advanced technology and excellent delivery capabilities, HydoTech has implemented over 20 benchmark projects in the Chinese, European, and Middle Eastern markets, covering diverse application scenarios:

• Hydrogen Transportation: Collaborated with petrochemical enterprises and leading fuel cell companies to build the first integrated hydrogen production and refueling stations in Xinjiang and Qinghai provinces respectively;

• Hydrogen Energy Storage: Partnered with European industrial enterprises to build distributed hydrogen energy storage power stations in the region;

• Green Fuels: Cooperated with leading oil companies to create SAF application demonstrations; collaborated with leading wind power enterprises to achieve the first batch of green hydrogen production in Heilongjiang and Jilin provinces, promoting the large-scale production of green fuels;

• Industrial Carbon Reduction: Jointly put into operation the first 10MW square plug-in electrolyzer in China with a leading energy enterprise in Inner Mongolia, for coupling with coal chemical industry scenarios; cooperated with a leading cement company to promote the implementation of Asia's first cement coupling green hydrogen energy-saving and carbon reduction project.

HydoTech is a green hydrogen technology partner of many global leading energy companies such as Saudi Aramco, Sinopec, Shell, and TotalEnergies. Relying on the open scenarios and high-quality requirements of high-standard customers, HydoTech's advanced technology has achieved rapid commercialization progress. Currently, HydoTech has obtained high-quality certification for all EU CE directives and achieved high-quality delivery that meets the standards of European energy enterprises. It is worth mentioning that HydoTech's wind power direct-connected hydrogen production project in Germany is the first high-pressure alkaline hydrogen production system that meets Shell's standards. The implementation of projects in multiple regions and scenarios not only verifies the reliability and adaptability of HydoTech's technology but also forms a replicable commercial model for green hydrogen project owners. With its global layout and full-chain solution capabilities, HydoTech is helping the green hydrogen industry move from demonstration to large-scale and sustainable development.

HydoLyser® INSIDE, Building a Diverse Hydrogen-Based Energy Ecosystem Solution

Based on the hydrogen production system, which is like a versatile "chip", HydoLyser® brings more vitality to the green hydrogen ecosystem. Through in-depth cooperation with leading customers and strong ecosystem partners, HydoTech continues to expand the green hydrogen ecosystem and create diverse scenario solutions. HydoLyser® INSIDE is becoming the core logo of green hydrogen solutions recognized by global customers ——

• For large-scale green power hydrogen production and chemical solutions, HydoTech has established solid partnerships with leading enterprises such as Huawei Digital Power, NARI Technology, Goldwind Science & Technology, and Wison Engineering. It extends from the "chip" to the "operating system", from core equipment to hydrogen production workshops and then to the large-scale system technology system, providing full-process support from technical design to project operation;

• For distributed hydrogen production and diversified application solutions, HydoTech cooperates with leading enterprises in various sub - fields such as compression, storage and transportation, and application, including CIMC Enric, Sinopec Machinery, Yihuatong, Bosch, G33, and OXCCU, to create a full-chain solution of "hydrogen production - storage and transportation - application - service", and jointly achieve one-stop rapid deployment and full-life cycle operation services.

In Europe, HydoTech and Hydrogenity are jointly building a local green hydrogen service system in Germany. With digital technology and ecological resources, combined with local service capabilities, they are creating a hydrogen-based energy ecosystem service system from core equipment to comprehensive services for European customers. It not only provides customers with advanced equipment and technology but also connects ecological resources through digital technology and local services, creating quantifiable economic benefits, perfect safety guarantees, and sustainable green development value, and transforming hydrogen production from a single technical link into a truly sustainable commercial solution.

Guanyu Fan, a partner of NIO Capital and the representative of the investors in this round, said: "NIO Capital has long been focused on investing in technology innovation enterprises in the green and low - carbon energy field. We are optimistic about the key role of green hydrogen in the future energy structure. HydoTech has significant advantages in the core technology of green hydrogen production and has the first - mover advantage and local service capabilities in key overseas markets such as Europe and the Middle East. Its strategic direction is highly consistent with NIO Capital's investment philosophy of promoting energy transition and achieving sustainable development."

Green hydrogen is regarded as "new oil" and is the globally recognized "universal key" to energy security. It can store wind and solar power into green hydrogen, ammonia, and alcohol fuels that can be stored across seasons and transported, providing great potential for fuel substitution in global shipping, aviation, heavy - duty transportation, and power generation. At the same time, as a green raw material, green hydrogen can convert green electrons driven by wind and solar energy into green molecules, replacing coal, oil, and natural gas, and reducing the consumption of fossil energy in industrial fields such as coal chemical industry, refining, metallurgy, and cement, doubling the decarbonization potential. The substitution of fossil energy by green hydrogen in the energy and industrial fields is a cornerstone industry for energy security and energy transition in many regions around the world.

With increasing global policy and industrial support, the National Energy Administration is implementing the "Medium - and Long - Term Plan for the Development of the Hydrogen Energy Industry (2021 - 2035)", promoting technological research and development and industrialization pilots of green fuel liquid technology. Europe has set a green hydrogen production capacity target for 2030 and introduced several hydrogen energy support and subsidy policies to accelerate industrial applications. Regions such as the Middle East, South America, and North Africa are deploying large - scale green hydrogen export projects relying on wind and solar resources to promote energy transition and economic revitalization. With its green power hydrogen production technology and global layout advantages, HydoTech is becoming an important force in promoting the large - scale implementation of green hydrogen.

Li Hao, a partner of Light Capital, said: "We are very honored to assist Mr. Yao in helping HydoTech complete a new round of financing. HydoTech has always been focused on product technology innovation and commercialization in the green hydrogen field, proposing many first - of - its - kind technical solutions and being the first to complete the shipment of large - scale square electrolyzers. The measured key indicators and comprehensive performance advantages lead the industry, creating a system solution that is truly focused on the green hydrogen scenario and has long - term competitiveness. At the same time, the team has redefined the industry benchmark with extreme professionalism and high - level delivery, and has established long - term cooperative relationships with domestic and international energy giants. It has achieved closed - loop verification of scenarios in multiple green hydrogen projects and formed a global industrial layout. We believe that hydrogen energy is a key energy carrier for achieving carbon neutrality and plays an irreplaceable role in deep emission reduction in transportation, industry, and energy storage. The global market demand for safe, efficient, and scalable hydrogen energy solutions will continue to increase in the future. We look forward to HydoTech growing into a leading force in promoting the global green hydrogen industry upgrade and playing an important role in the future energy system."

Diao Chenzhuo, an assistant vice - president of Light Capital, said: "We are very honored to participate in and support HydoTech in completing a new round of financing. HydoTech's technical solutions have significant advantages in key performance and comprehensive cost, and its high - level delivery capabilities have been verified in over 20 benchmark projects globally. The uniqueness of the team lies in its ability to quickly transform top - notch technology into commercial value with extreme professionalism. It has successfully established in - depth partnerships with domestic and international energy giants such as Saudi Aramco, Sinopec, and Shell, and has formed an irreplaceable first - mover advantage in key markets such as Europe and the Middle East. As the global demand for safe and efficient green hydrogen solutions becomes increasingly urgent, we believe that HydoTech has occupied an excellent strategic development position. We look forward to it accelerating to become the real definer and leader in the green hydrogen era."