The University of Szeged (SZTE) is developing a 1 MW electrolysis plant for the series production of green hydrogen together with Ganzair Kft.
The HUF 1.25 billion (approx. EUR 3.2 million) project is almost two-thirds funded by the EU. The two-year project aims to develop a technological solution for the short-term demand for hydrogen.
Over the last ten years, the focus of electrochemical research at SZTE has increasingly shifted to the practical application of electrolysis processes. This has led to the operation of electrolysis on a larger scale and the development of economically viable electrolysis plants. The plant installed in the Science Park in Szeged is an important step in this process. The mass-produced electrolysis plants are expected to be in demand in the metal and chemical industries. Green hydrogen can be used as fuel for long-axle vehicles, trucks, and forklifts. It can also serve as energy storage for solar power plants and solar parks.
Ganzair Kft. based in Kiskunhalas is a leading player in the air technology market. According to company data, the company with just under 100 employees generated net sales of around HUF 6.1 billion (approx. EUR 16 million) last year, which corresponds to an increase of 15% compared to 2022. One-sixth of turnover comes from exports. Profit after tax rose from HUF 525 million (EUR 1.3 million) in 2022 to HUF 715 million (EUR 1.8 million) last year.