NAA Member News: Protium and ULEMCo Sign MOU to Accelerate Adoption of UK Hydrogen Transport

3rd September 25

Protium and ULEMCo have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to work together on building demand for green hydrogen fuel in transport applications.

While the collaboration reflects a shared nationwide ambition, the immediate focus will be on Wales and southern England, where Protium currently operates the Pioneer 1 hydrogen production facility. 

The partnership aims to accelerate the use of zero-carbon hydrogen fuel for heavy-duty vehicles and non-road mobile machinery. The agreement brings together two leading players in the UK’s growing hydrogen economy: Protium, a producer and supplier of renewable energy, and ULEMCo, a UK-based provider of hydrogen combustion and fuel cell powertrain technologies for transport and construction applications.

Under the agreement, the two companies will jointly explore opportunities for: 

• Supplying green hydrogen to local transport operators and depots

• Providing hydrogen combustion and fuel cell solutions into a range of vehicle and machinery platforms 

• Demonstrating hydrogen-powered mobility projects in real-world environments

• Engaging with government bodies to support wider hydrogen adoption and infrastructure rollout

“This MOU marks a major step forward in building a clean, hydrogen-powered transport ecosystem for Wales and South England,” said Jon Constable, COO at Protium. “Our green hydrogen will help decarbonise transport, support local industry, and contribute to net zero goals.” 

Jordon Cullen, Commercial Manager at ULEMCo, commented: “Hydrogen is essential for decarbonising sectors where electrification is not practical. We are excited to be collaborating with Protium to deliver achievable and affordable solutions, helping our customers decarbonise now. This partnership demonstrates our commitment to supporting a clean energy transition across the UK.” 

This collaboration supports the Welsh Government’s ambitions to make South Wales a hub for low-carbon industry and innovation.