EcoLog and Kawasaki Sign Strategic Alliance in Liquefied Hydrogen Midstream; Toward Building the Commercial Liquefied Hydrogen Supply Chain in Europe

Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. ('Kawasaki') and EcoLog have signed a strategic alliance in

the midstream segment of the liquefied hydrogen supply chain -- encompassing maritime

transportation, terminals, and ship-to-shore interfaces -- at the World Hydrogen Summit &

Exhibition held in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

Through this alliance, the companies will deepen their collaboration by leveraging Kawasaki's

product portfolio in maritime transportation, terminal operations, and ship-to-shore integration,

as part of EcoLog's liquefied hydrogen corridor initiative currently under development in the

port of Amsterdam. Together, the companies will enable the safe and stable supply of hydrogen

to demand centers across Europe, including the Netherlands, via diversified routes from origins

such as Oman, Saudi Arabia, Spain, and Brazil, mitigating geopolitical risks.

This collaboration will also help accelerate hydrogen adoption in the mobility sector, including

heavy-duty trucks, and support the growing use of liquefied hydrogen across a wide range of

industries -- from digital infrastructure such as data centres, where demand is surging

worldwide amid the rapid expansion of AI, to other existing and emerging applications.

Kawasaki will provide core equipment and operational expertise in the midstream of the

liquefied hydrogen supply chain, building on its track record as the world's first builder of a

liquefied hydrogen carrier, together with its capabilities in the design and construction of export

and import terminals and ship-to-shore interfaces. EcoLog, drawing on its expertise in

cryogenic cargo transportation cultivated through LNG operations, will serve as the prospective

owner and operator of liquefied hydrogen carriers and import terminals, bridging hydrogen

supply and demand.

By combining these respective strengths and the accrued expertise of Kawasaki and EcoLog,

the companies will accelerate the realization of international liquefied hydrogen supply chains

across Europe, including in the Netherlands and Germany, and ultimately in Asia, including in

Japan, contributing to global decarbonization and energy security.

Liquid hydrogen's properties as both a direct energy source and as a vector for transport have

led to steadily increasing market momentum. Its successful large-scale adoption will create a

new pillar upholding Europe's and Asia's energy security. The mid-stream is a critical piece of

the equation.

Kawasaki brings unique technological and executing capabilities, as demonstrated by their

delivered milestones in both liquid hydrogen shipping and storage systems.

We are tremendously pleased that Kawasaki and EcoLog, both in the vanguard of global liquid

hydrogen developments, will now join forces to ensure a robust, efficient and cost-effective

connection between production and offtake.

Ellen Ruhotas, Chief Executive Officer, EcoLog

As geopolitical shifts heighten the need for energy security and stable supply, hydrogen-a field

we have long been committed to-is increasingly seen as a compelling solution.

EcoLog brings both a concrete liquefied hydrogen supply chain project for the port of

Amsterdam and deep expertise in cryogenic cargo transportation from its LNG operations,

making the company an ideal partner in realizing the full supply chain, including maritime

transportation.

Together, we will accelerate the development of midstream solutions and reliably connect

hydrogen supply and demand across Europe and beyond, contributing to a sustainable energy

future.

Yoshimoto Matsuda, Managing Executive Officer, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.

Disclaimers: This image is for illustrative purposes only and does not represent the actual

locations of carriers or terminals in the project.

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