Grand Opening of Hellesylt Hydrogen Hub

September 18, 2024, marked a significant milestone for the green energy sector in Norway with the official opening of the Hellesylt Hydrogen Hub, set against the stunning backdrop of the UNESCO World Heritage site Geirangerfjord.

Jens Berge, Knut Flakk and Jonas Gahr Støre conducting the official ribbon opening of Hellesylt Hydrogen Hub.
All photos: Kristin Støylen / Norwegian Hydrogen

The event celebrated the opening of our facility which will generate close to 500 tonnes of green hydrogen annually, supporting various industries in reducing their carbon emissions. The day was filled with a sense of accomplishment and optimism, highlighted by a scenic fjord cruise and attended by a distinguished group of customers, suppliers, partners, and colleagues from the hydrogen value chain.

The local community in Hellesylt participated on the events

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre attended the ceremony, underscoring the Norwegian government's commitment to establishing a robust hydrogen value chain both domestically and internationally. He joined CEO Jens Berge and Chairman of the Board Knut Flakk in the official ribbon-opening ceremony, signifying the start of a new chapter for green energy in the region.

Mayor of Stranda Municipality, Einar Arve Nordang, congratulates CEO Jens Berge.

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre at Hellesylt.

Marielle Furnes Mannseth, Group Brand & Sustainability Officer at Norwegian Hydrogen.

Knut Flakk - founder, co-owner and chairman of the board at Norwegian Hydrogen.

Representatives from the local municipality, county, and various organizations also graced the event, reflecting the broad support and collaborative effort that has brought this project to reality.

This is just the beginning! We are more motivated than ever to move forward with our pipeline of new projects and continue driving emission reductions.

Jens Berge, CEO of Norwegian Hydrogen

Jens Berge, CEO, together with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and Chairman of the board Knut Flakk just before the ribbon opening ceremony.

Hellesylt Hydrogen Hub is set to play a key role in Norway's efforts towards a sustainable future, offering a scalable solution for green hydrogen production and setting an example for similar projects worldwide. As the world moves towards reducing emissions, Hellesylt Hydrogen Hub highlights the impact of working together towards a cleaner and greener planet.

All photos: Kristin Støylen / Norwegian Hydrogen