AquaVentus, the German initiative for converting offshore wind energy into hydrogen, and the industrial association Hydrogen Scotland have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening green hydrogen production and transport in the North Sea region.

The partnership seeks to promote the development and deployment of technologies across the entire hydrogen value chain: from production, transport, and storage to the use of hydrogen for decarbonizing the energy system. In addition, both organizations plan to intensify their research activities and jointly advocate for the acceleration of a European hydrogen economy.

The AquaVentus initiative aims to produce one million tonnes of green hydrogen per year from wind energy in the North Sea and transport it to land via pipeline. More than 100 companies, organizations, and research institutes along the entire value chain have joined forces to create the framework conditions for installing 10 gigawatts of green hydrogen production capacity from offshore wind energy across Europe, and to build the necessary transport infrastructure. Due to its climate-neutral production and storability, green hydrogen is a key factor in decarbonizing energy-intensive industries that cannot be electrified. It therefore plays a crucial role in the green energy transition and the energy sovereignty of the entire continent.

Nigel Holmes, CEO of Hydrogen Scotland, said that "Scotland is uniquely positioned to become a leading exporter of green hydrogen thanks to its vast offshore and onshore wind potential. By collaborating closely with AquaVentus, we are building a bridge across the North Sea—not only between two countries, but for a truly European hydrogen market. This collaboration marks a milestone on the path toward decarbonizing energy systems on both sides."

Jörg Singer, Chairman of AquaVentus, added that "Germany, as the largest industrial hub in Europe, depends on a reliable supply of green hydrogen. Collaborating with our partners in Scotland opens enormous opportunities: we combine offshore wind energy, electrolysis, and shared pipeline infrastructure. In this way, we generate supply security, economic prospects, and real added value for the energy transition across Europe."