SympH2ony will invest €20 million in a strategic hydrogen refueling station in the Port of Barcelona

 

 

El Port de Barcelona awarded to SympH2ony The construction of a €20 million hydrogen refueling station. The project aims to decarbonize port activity through the production and supply of green hydrogen for zero-emission logistics fleets and heavy machinery.

 

El Board of directors of the Port de Barcelona has formalized the award to SympH2ony, the strategic alliance created by Toyota Tsusho Europe y Messerfor the development of the future hydrogen refueling station on the site. This strategic initiative transcends mere energy infrastructure, positioning itself as a pillar in the creation of a European ecosystem of mobility based on green hydrogen within high-intensity logistics environments.

 

Located on a 7.000 m² plot on the street of Cal BitxotWithin the ZAL PratThe plant will operate at a key location to serve the entire area. Port de Barcelona, the ZAL Barcelona, the Zona Franca and the industrial areas of El Prat de LlobregatThe main objective is to facilitate the progressive transformation of trucks, buses and machinery towards zero-emission models.

 

Technical capacity and growth projection

 

The project stands out for its scalability. The plant will initially have an electrolysis capacity of 3,1 MW in 2030, with expansion plans to reach 6,2 MW by 2032. At full capacity, the facility will be able to generate up to 540 tons of green hydrogen annually, produced entirely from renewable sources. in situ using electrolyzers powered by 100% renewable sources.

 

The key figures for the project are detailed below. SympH2ony within the port area:

 

Concept	Detail
Total planned investment	Over 20 million euros
Plot area	7.000m²
Electrolysis capacity (2030)	3,1 MW
Electrolysis capacity (2032)	6,2 MW
Estimated annual production (2032)	540 tons of green hydrogen
Concession period	40 years (renewable)

 

In addition to the main supply unit, the offering of SympH2ony It includes mobile supply units for machinery with restricted mobility and the necessary infrastructure to connect future pipelines to large industrial consumers in the area.

 

Industrial synergy: Toyota and Messer

 

La a joint venture SympH2onyEstablished in 2024, the company combines the expertise of two industrial giants. On one hand, Messer It brings over a century of expertise in industrial gases and hydrogen management. Furthermore, Toyota Tsusho Europe (subsidiary of Toyota Tsusho Corporation) leads the development of value chains for sustainable mobility.

 

• Comprehensive supply: Production and refueling of green hydrogen.
• Advanced mobility: Promoting the use of fuel cell vehicles in logistics.
• Technology partner: Operational advice for the transition of heavy fleets.

 

This hydrogen refueling station is a fundamental piece of the Energy Transition Plan of the Port de BarcelonaThe concession, granted for a period of four decades, also includes the responsibility of developing the surrounding roads and building an access roundabout to optimize the flow of heavy vehicles that will use clean fuel.

 

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about the new hydrogen refueling station

What type of energy will the hydrogen plant use for its production?

The plant will produce green hydrogen using exclusively electrolysers powered by 100% renewable energy, ensuring a carbon-neutral fuel.

 

Who will this new infrastructure serve?

It will service trucks, buses and port machinery from both Port de Barcelona as well as the adjacent logistics areas, including the ZAL Prat and Zona Franca.

 

What is the project's hydrogen production horizon?

An electrolysis capacity of 6,2 MW is expected to be reached by 2032, which will allow a production of 540 tons of green hydrogen per year.