Hydrogen technology and partners

As Europe recalibrates its geopolitical and economic strategy, the new EU-ASEAN economic cooperation framework marks one of the most significant shifts of this decade. Beyond diplomacy, it creates structural conditions for large-scale energy, infrastructure and technology partnerships.

Today, Vietnam officially inaugurated the Vietnam International Financial Centre (VIFC) in Ho Chi Minh City, with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attending the launch ceremony and marking a major milestone in the nation’s economic integration and financial modernization. The event underscores Vietnam’s commitment to building a transparent, globally connected capital market ecosystem capable of attracting foreign and domestic investment alike.

Vietnam has entered a compliance-driven decarbonisation phase.

Hydrogen deployment during this pilot period is economically viable only if:

• It targets high-emission clusters,

• It integrates carbon pricing into project economics,

• It leverages blended finance and international credits,

• It adopts cost-sharing contractual structures.

Hydrogen in Vietnam is therefore not a purely technological transition.
It is a financial optimization strategy under carbon constraint.

On 20 January 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) officially submitted Report No. 19-01-26 BCT to the Government, providing a comprehensive assessment of the implementation of the Hydrogen Energy Development Strategy after nearly two years since the strategy was approved by the Prime Minister under Decision No. 165/QĐ-TTg dated 7 February 2024.

Enapter, a technology and commercial leader in Anion Exchange Membrane (AEM) electrolysis, is expanding its global partnership network to accelerate the deployment of cost-efficient green hydrogen solutions worldwide.

The UK Government has published Version 4 of the Low Carbon Hydrogen Standard (LCHS) alongside an updated Data Annex, marking a significant update to the regulatory framework governing low-carbon hydrogen production in the UK.

The Da Lat – Thap Cham railway is one of the most iconic railway lines built during the French colonial period in Indochina, renowned for its rack-and-pinion sections, dramatic mountain–coastal landscapes, and outstanding engineering heritage. After decades of inactivity, this historic line represents a unique opportunity to combine heritage preservation, clean mobility, and sustainable tourism.

A new milestone in clean mobility innovation has emerged from India with the unveiling of the HydroX real green hydrogen vehicle concept, developed by Dr. Sandip P. Dhurat of Mumbai. HydroX adopts a safety-first philosophy, with the entire powertrain architecture designed around controlled hydrogen handling, modular storage, and fail-safe system behavior. The hydrogen system is positioned within the vehicle’s bonnet to prioritize structural protection, effective thermal management, and rapid isolation in the event of anomalies—demonstrating a strong focus on real-world operational safety rather than theoretical performance alone.

As Vietnam accelerates its energy transition roadmap and hydrogen economy development, the emergence of HX Group and its OptiHX® platform is regarded as one of the most strategic and breakthrough solutions. Notably, as the strategic partner of the Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC), HX Group demonstrates a strong commitment to accompanying Vietnam in building a sustainable, transparent, and bankable hydrogen ecosystem capable of attracting large-scale investment.

The Hydrogen Safety Technology Institute of the Korea Gas Safety Corporation (KGS) plays a crucial role in establishing and maintaining safety standards and management systems throughout the entire hydrogen value chain. By integrating international standards (from the US, Japan, EU) with domestic conditions, KGS has developed a comprehensive safety management framework for the nascent yet high-potential hydrogen industry.

As the global transport sector accelerates toward low- and zero-emission solutions, hydrogen-powered vehicles are emerging as a critical pillar of future clean mobility. Alongside this promise, however, come unique safety challenges related to hydrogen storage, leak control, thermal behavior, and system response under real-world crash conditions. Addressing this gap is the core mission of the Hydrogen Vehicle Safety Index (HVSI).

The rapid global deployment of hydrogen technologies has made international standardisation a critical enabler for safety, interoperability, market development, and cross-border trade. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) plays a central role in this process through ISO/TC 197 – Hydrogen technologies, which develops standards covering the entire hydrogen value chain, from production and storage to transport, refuelling and end use.

IKONOMY is not merely a hydrogen technology startup. It is a visionary business model that seamlessly combines practical “greening” solutions with a digital transformation roadmap for a traditional marine economy sector. With a user-centric (fishermen) approach and a focus on solving core issues, IKONOMY has a real opportunity to drive positive, sustainable change, deliver tangible economic value to communities, and contribute to the green development of Southeast Asia.

The adjunctive use of hydrogen gas in the treatment and rehabilitation of mental disorders at Central Psychiatric Hospital No. 2 appears safe, feasible, and potentially beneficial. Larger-scale, controlled studies are warranted to further clarify its clinical role.

The Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC), in partnership with Nice Tourism Co., Ltd and hydrogen bus, electrolyzer, and refueling station partners, is calling for sponsors and partners to jointly establish a Hydrogen Mobility & Technology Showcase project to demonstrate a green hydrogen ecosystem for tourism and sustainable development, ahead of APEC Phu Quoc 2027.

Led by Dr. Mai Huy Tan, Chairman of THDV Company, an ambitious and comprehensive green energy project is taking shape, aiming to establish an industrial-scale system for the production, liquefaction, storage, and distribution of clean fuels. The project's core focuses on producing LGH2 (Liquefied Green Hydrogen) and SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel), utilizing on-site renewable energy and biomass feedstocks.

Vietnam has officially commissioned its first LNG-fired power plants capable of hydrogen co-firing, marking a significant milestone in the country’s energy transition and long-term hydrogen strategy. The Nhon Trach 3 and Nhon Trach 4 Power Plants, located in Dong Nai Province, represent not only Vietnam’s entry into the LNG power era, but also its first large-scale power facilities designed to integrate hydrogen as a future fuel.

(Chinhphu.vn) – On the afternoon of November 1, Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính, Head of the National Steering Committee for implementing the Politburo’s Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW on the development of the private economy, chaired the Committee’s second meeting. The Prime Minister emphasized that Vietnam must boldly entrust private enterprises with major and challenging projects, particularly those in green transition, new energy, and ESG-driven sustainable development.