© Leo Wilkinson Photography

© Leo Wilkinson Photography

Winners of the 2024 Hydrogen Awards were named on Tuesday (February 27) in a ceremony at Keele Univserity, UK.

Across transport, power, storage and distribution, production, training, marketing and communications and more, companies, organisations and universities were recognised for work across the hydrogen value chain.

UK-based major Johnson Matthey took home the headline Gold Outstanding Achievement Award, as well as the award for Production.

GeoPura grabbed two awards for light-duty Automotive, and Large Project and System Solutions. On the heavy-duty side of mobility, HVS was awarded another Automotive award.

Praising the work of GeoPura and HVS, Lewis Anderson, Head of Transformational Projects at Luxfer Gas Cylinders, said, “The need to decarbonise the transport sector is pivotal to achieving Net Zero, which is why the achievements of GeoPura and HVS are so commendable.”

Hydrogenscape with Giancarlo Zema Design Group secured the Installation, Service and Maintenance award; Parker Hannifin UK was recognised for Marketing and Communication; and IKM Consulting for Legal, Financial, Professional and Consultancy Services.

Turning to academia, the UK Universities’ Award For Excellence in Hydrogen Research and Innovation was secured by Cranfield University, with Derby University receiving a high commendation.

Cranfield University also gained HyDEX Universities’ Award for Excellence in Hydrogen Research and Innovation, while Loughborough University was named as the winner of the International Award for Academic Excellence and International Collaborations in Hydrogen.

Robert Airey, Market Development Manager at Parker Hannifin UK – headline sponsor of the awards – said, “Congratulations to the winners and all the entrants in pushing advancements for a greener tomorrow.”