DDEL partners with global clean-tech firm for green hydrogen projects in India, Thailand
International Clean-Tech Partner
for co-developing and executing modular green hydrogen production systems in India and Thailand.
Under the signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the two companies will jointly develop, bid for, and implement
green hydrogen projects
. DDEL, a provider of specialised process piping solutions for the oil and gas, power, and process industries, will be responsible for project execution, local marketing, statutory approvals, and after-sales support. International Clean-Tech Partner will supply electrolysers, separators, hydrogen purification systems, and provide technical support and digital modelling.
'This partnership is a pivotal moment in our clean energy journey,' said Krishan Lalit Bansal, Chairman & Managing Director, DEE Development Engineers Limited. 'With International Clean-Tech Partner's proven technologies and DDEL's execution expertise, we are confident of unlocking meaningful progress in India and Thailand's green hydrogen ambitions. Hydrogen is poised to become a cornerstone of global decarbonization, and we are proud to lead the way alongside such a capable and visionary partner.'
DDEL has also strengthened its green energy portfolio by acquiring a majority stake in Molsieve Designs Limited, a company with over 22 years of experience in manufacturing hydrogen purification systems with up to 99.9999% purity.
The MoU outlines collaboration for containerized and modular hydrogen production projects, core system supply, co-branded outreach efforts, and digital documentation. The partnership is aimed at building competitive advantage in a growing sector where few players possess combined global technology and local execution capacity.
The collaboration supports the Government of India's
National Green Hydrogen Mission
and is aligned with Thailand's renewable energy roadmap. The National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to position India as a global hub for production, usage, and export of green hydrogen and its derivatives.
The Board of DDEL stated that this partnership is expected to unlock long-term shareholder value and establish the company as a significant player in the clean energy sector.
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