The Hydrogen Bar

Diesmal schauen wir mit euch auf das Flughafen-Vorfeld und diskutieren, wie Wasserstoff nicht nur die Flugzeuge, sondern auch das dortige Ground Support Equipment und deren Infrastruktur in Bewegung bringen könnte. Eine neue Studie der NOW und eines Fraunhofer-Instituts stellt dafür nämlich einen Zeitplan auf, beschreibt aber auch, warum eine Umstellung auf Wasserstoff kein Selbstläufer sein wird. Einerseits könnten wir es hier mit "No Regret"-Anwendungen zu tun haben - andererseits reichen die kleinen Vorfeld-Fahrzeuge wohl kaum aus, um signifikate Infrastruktur-Investitionen an Flughägfen zu rechtfertigen. Aber wie sieht es mittel- und langfristig aus, wenn irgendwann auch Flugzeuge selbst mit Wasserstoff unterwegs sein sollten?

We welcome back our friend Colin Bendig-Daniels for an insightful conversation spanning the state of hydrogen in North America, with a special focus on Texas and its dual identity as an oil powerhouse and a pioneer in renewables. As Houston becomes a hub for clean energy investment, we explore how the surging demand from AI-driven data centers is accelerating the need for innovative, low-carbon solutions like hydrogen, carbon capture, and renewables.

Niels Joris from French hydrogen refueling station manufacturer Atawey is visiting us again athe the Hydrogen Bar, continuing our 2026 summer special. After having introduced Atawey's portfolio and philosophy last week, we discuss about some of the companies lighthouse projects in this episode. Atawey sees a bright future for hydrogen-powered heavy duty road traffic, and has delivered several refueling stations for such vehicles. Looking back on years of operational experience, Niels tells us about performance, reliability and safety. Part 2/2.

We continue our 2026 summer special with another very special guest at the Hydrogen Bar: Niels Joris is visiting us, representing French hydrogen refueling station manufacturer Atawey. Atawey has been in the HRS business for many years - as has seen both the hype and the backlash. Based on years of experience with actually operating hydrogen stations, Niels speaks about the future of heavy duty vehicle refueling, high hydrogen flow rates at 700 bar NWP, station performance and reliability, and Atawey's approach to safety and approval. We'll continue our discussions with Niels next week, when we'll speak about some of the companies impressive lighthouse projects. Part 1/2.