Hydrogen production progresses at Australian hub

FEnEx CRC has contracted Pacific Energy to supply two NEL Series 4 C30 electrolysers and undertake FEED for the Hydrogen Process Plant. The Stage 2 facility will produce hydrogen on site and provide a practical industrial setting for technology trials. Once operational, the Stage 2 facility will:

• Produce 130 kg/day of gaseous hydrogen for research, testing and potential offtake.
• Produce 100 kg/day of liquid hydrogen for pilot-scale testing and demonstration.
• Enable real-world conditions for hydrogen technologies to be safely tested before large scale deployment.
• Deliver practical training capability to support workforce development in hydrogen operations.

Professor Eric May, CEO of FEnEx CRC, said: “With construction of the Stage 1 R&D building well underway, securing the electrolysers and starting FEED work for Stage 2 keeps us on track to deliver a complete hydrogen production, testing and validation platform.This is about creating a real industrial environment where hydrogen technologies can be safely tested and proven before commercial deployment, reducing risk for industry, accelerating development and strengthening Australia’s clean energy capability.”

He said the project would support WA’s decarbonisation and skills development, with the grant from the WA Government’s Investment Attraction Fund instrumental in progressing the next phase.

“This project represents a significant step forward in Western Australia’s hydrogen capability, and we are proud to be partnering with FEnEx CRC to help bring it to life,” added Mike Hall, CEO of Pacific Energy. “By drawing on Pacific Energy’s proven experience in engineering and deploying hydrogen production, compression, and storage systems, we’re helping establish a facility that will accelerate technology development and build the skilled workforce our state will need in the years ahead.”

“While our core focus remains providing reliable, fit for purpose energy solutions for our customers, partnering on KETH ensures we help grow the broader clean energy ecosystem that will support WA’s industrial future.”

The Hydrogen Process Plant will be located immediately south of the Stage 1 R&D building currently under construction in the Kwinana Strategic Industrial Area. Construction of the hydrogen process plant is expected to commence in late 2026, following completion of FEED and relevant approvals.

The KETH Stage 2 project aligns with the WA Government’s Diversify WA strategy and the Australian Government’s Future Made in Australia agenda. The Australian Government supports the FEnEx CRC through the Department of Industry, Science, and Resources’ CRC Program.orts the FEnEx CRC through the Department of Industry, Science, and Resources’ CRC Program.

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