Nordic-based rental company Ramirent has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hitachi Energy and green hydrogen provider P2X Solutions to collaborate on advancing zero-emission power solutions. The partnership aims to develop and scale alternatives to diesel-powered equipment while exploring new business models to support the adoption of hydrogen power in rental fleets.
As part of the agreement, Ramirent, a subsidiary of Loxam, plans to incorporate hydrogen-powered generators into its RamiGreen product range, which already includes low and zero-emission rental equipment. This collaboration follows a successful trial in Finland, where Ramirent deployed Hitachi Energy’s HyFlex hydrogen generator at a site in Helsinki to produce electricity from hydrogen.
Hitachi Energy’s HyFlex generators, which are capable of offsetting up to 1,600 tonnes of diesel fuel annually, can significantly reduce CO2 emissions—cutting up to 5,800 tonnes compared to traditional diesel-powered generators. P2X Solutions, which launched its first commercial green hydrogen operation in February at its Harjavalta plant, will supply the clean hydrogen fuel for the generators.
Matti Vaattovaara, managing director of Hitachi Energy Finland, emphasized the importance of partnerships in driving the green energy transition. “By joining forces, we are accelerating this necessary development to mitigate climate change,” he said. “HyFlex is an excellent example of modern technology that meets the need for clean electrification.”
Mikael Kämpe, managing director of Ramirent Finland, noted the growing demand for environmentally friendly power solutions. “Our goal is to establish a range of zero-emission power generation equipment, such as the HyFlex hydrogen generator, as part of our RamiGreen product range to meet market demand,” he said.
Herkko Plit, managing director of P2X Solutions, expressed excitement over the collaboration. “We are delighted with the cooperation agreement with Hitachi Energy and Ramirent. As a result, we commit to supporting emission-free construction operations by supplying clean hydrogen to rental companies or directly to construction firms,” he added.
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