Work with the Hydrogen Research & Development Centre
We collaborate with businesses, technology developers, industrial operators, universities and public-sector organisations.
Start with the challenge
A collaboration may be a focused test programme, a joint R&D project or a longer-term technology demonstration.
We help define the research question, choose the right experimental approach and generate useful evidence.
Develop, test and demonstrate
Collaborative R&D
Joint research questions, experiments and technology development.
Testing & validation
Performance, gas quality, components and high-pressure systems.
Pilot & demonstration
Integrated equipment and real-world operating evidence.
Technology testing and systems integration
Potential work includes electrolysers, purification, compression, valves, pressure components, gas-quality analysis, fuel cells and complete hydrogen systems. Programmes are shaped around the maturity and objectives of the technology, from focused component studies through to integrated pilot systems.
Hydrogen safety and industrial decarbonisation
We bring practical experience of HAZOP, HAZID, DSEAR, ATEX and safe system design, alongside wider work on hydrogen production, fuel switching, infrastructure and interaction with other decarbonisation options. Where appropriate, we can also help develop the technical case and evidence base needed for collaborative funding proposals.
Three simple steps
An initial discussion is usually enough to establish whether our expertise and facilities are a good fit.
1. Describe the technology or challenge
2. Define what you need to learn or demonstrate
3. Shape the scope, facilities and route together
What do you need to test or demonstrate?
The final site will provide a short enquiry form focused on your technology, challenge and collaboration needs.