Vallourec and Baker Hughes Partner on Underground Hydrogen Storage
Event summary
- Vallourec and Baker Hughes signed an MOU on February 17, 2026, to advance underground hydrogen storage solutions.
- The collaboration focuses on integrating Vallourec’s Delphy storage solution with Baker Hughes’ compression technology.
- Delphy can store up to 100 tons of green hydrogen gas vertically and has been certified by Bureau Veritas and DNV.
- The partnership aims to optimize compression-storage configurations and reduce total cost of ownership for customers.
The big picture
This partnership aligns with the growing demand for scalable green hydrogen storage solutions, particularly in industries like green ammonia, sustainable fuels, and green steel manufacturing. The collaboration underscores the strategic importance of integrating storage and compression technologies to support industrial decarbonization efforts. The certification of Delphy by Bureau Veritas and DNV further validates the solution’s readiness for market deployment.
What we're watching
- Technology Integration
- How the integration of Delphy and Baker Hughes’ compression solutions will impact operational efficiency and scalability.
- Market Adoption
- The pace at which industrial sectors will adopt underground hydrogen storage solutions.
- Cost Competitiveness
- Whether the partnership can sustain cost reductions and enhance competitiveness in the green hydrogen market.
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