- Border points in Oude Statenzijl and Vlieghuis connect Dutch and German industrial regions.
- Agreements cover technical aspects like schedule, location, capacity, and pressure.
- The initiative aims to facilitate cross-border hydrogen trade and transport.
- Efforts are underway to integrate the hydrogen market in north-western Europe.
Cross-Border Hydrogen Infrastructure
The agreement between Gasunie, Thyssengas, and Gasunie Deutschland marks a significant step in establishing the first cross-border hydrogen transport infrastructure between the Netherlands and Germany. The border points at Oude Statenzijl in Groningen and Vlieghuis in Drenthe will serve as crucial links, connecting Dutch industrial regions with those in Germany and the broader north-western Europe.
Technical and Organizational Aspects
The agreements outline essential technical and organizational details necessary for the safe and reliable transport of hydrogen. These include specifications on schedule, location, capacity, and pressure. Such agreements are foundational for the future realization of multiple cross-border hydrogen connections between the two countries.
Facilitating Hydrogen Trade
According to Helmie Botter, Gasunie’s Director of Hydrogen Transport, cross-border hydrogen trade and transport are vital for a well-functioning hydrogen market in north-western Europe. The agreements not only enable transport between the Netherlands and Germany, particularly the Ruhr region, but also extend to Denmark. The initiative aims to create an integrated hydrogen market, simplifying cross-border transport in collaboration with fellow Transmission System Operators (TSOs).
