ITM Power Launches Hydrogenpulse to Deliver On-Site Production
UK-based ITM Power has launched Hydrogenpulse, a Berlin-based subsidiary offering modular, on-site hydrogen production using its Neptune II electrolysers.
The move reflects a strategic pivot toward decentralised hydrogen delivery, bypassing third-party developers and reducing upfront costs for customers.
Key Details
- Business Model: Hydrogenpulse offers hydrogen-as-a-service, installing electrolysers at customer sites and charging for output—no capital expenditure required.
- Technology: Uses ITM’s Neptune II modular electrolysers, designed for flexible deployment across industrial and mobility applications.
- Geographic Scope: Initial rollout targets Germany, the UK, and Nordic countries, with plans to expand across Europe.
- Parent Company Momentum: ITM also signed a FEED contract with Uniper for the 120MW Humber H2ub project, shortlisted under the UK’s Hydrogen Allocation Round 2.
Hydrogenpulse aims to unlock smaller-scale projects that were previously unviable due to financing and permitting hurdles.
What It Means for the Hydrogen Economy
This model could be a game-changer for distributed hydrogen production, especially in sectors like:
- Refineries and chemical plants needing captive supply
- Fleet operators seeking low-carbon fuel without infrastructure delays
- Industrial parks with limited grid access
By removing the need for large upfront investment and complex permitting, Hydrogenpulse could accelerate adoption in mid-sized use cases, bridging the gap between pilot projects and mega-scale hubs.
It also reflects a broader trend: hydrogen’s future may lie not in grand infrastructure, but in modular, scalable, and customer-centric solutions.
