BHEL partners with Hystar to advance PEM electrolyzer technology for green hydrogen
Type: Partnership · Technology: Hydrogen · Country: India · Announced: 2026-08-18
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has entered into a partnership with Norway's Hystar AS to develop Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolyzer systems. This collaboration aims to advance technology for green hydrogen projects within India. The agreement supports local manufacturing capabilities and enhances BHEL's expertise in the green hydrogen sector. This initiative builds upon a previous collaboration BHEL had for alkaline electrolyzer technology, further promoting national green energy initiatives.
Analysis
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) announced a partnership with Norway's Hystar AS on August 18, 2026, to develop Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolyzer systems for green hydrogen projects in India. Hystar, a Norwegian high-tech company, develops and manufactures ultra-efficient PEM electrolysers and currently has an annual production capacity of 100 MW in Norway. This collaboration supports local manufacturing capabilities in India and builds upon a previous BHEL collaboration for alkaline electrolyzer technology. The value of this partnership was not disclosed.
Key points
- Partnership announced on 2026-08-18
- Counterparts: Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) and Hystar AS
- Technology/Sector: Hydrogen, specifically PEM electrolyzer systems
- Location: India
- Hystar's current annual production capacity: 100 MW in Norway
Counterparties
- Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) (Partner)
- Hystar (Partner)
📈 The Sherpa Signal — one notable infrastructure deal a day.