Aug 11, 2025

GGUOFUHEE Inks MoU with Bintulu Port in Malaysia To Boost Sarawak’s Clean Energy Transition

Kuching, August 11, 2025 - The "Public-Industry Engagement Day and Lauching Ceremony of the Sarawak Energy Transition Policy (SET-P) - Memorandum of Understanding Exchange" hosted by Ministry of Energy & Environmental Sustainability Sarawak (MEESty), commenced grandly in Kuching today, aiming to propel Sarawak as a regional hub for green energy and sustainable fuels. During the ceremony, three international companies exchanged Memorandum of Understanding with Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad (BPHB). Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad is an investment holding company with Bintulu Port Sdn. Bhd. (BPSB), Samalaju Industrial Port Sdn. Bhd. (SIPSB), Biport Bulkers Sdn. Bhd. (BBSB) and Borneo Oil and Gas Supply Base Sdn. Bhd. (BOGSB) as its subsidiaries. Strategically located on the central coast of Sarawak, positioned at the regional nexus of West Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, and Sabah, it serves as one of Malaysia's primary LNG export ports. Jiangsu Guofu Hydrogen Energy Equipment Co., Ltd. (GUOFUHEE) stands out as the sole Chinese enterprise among the three signatories. GUOFUHEE formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding with BPHB, marking the first major hydrogen energy engineering solution company to explore collaboration between a Chinese enterprise and a Sarawak-based company.​​ The signing ceremony was witnessed by Sarawak Premier, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg, alongside Sarawak Ministers senior officials. Mr. Wu Pinfang, Chairman of GUOFUHEE, and BPHB Director, Dato Sri Fong Joo Chung, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations. This collaboration will commence with the feasibility studies and technical evaluation on a 10-ton/day liquid hydrogen demonstration project and explore diversified port hydrogen application scenarios, ultimately establishing Sarawak as a green energy (liquid hydrogen) export base. Core to this collaboration is the integration of "Port + Hydrogen Energy". The initial phase will center on implementing Southeast Asia's first 10-ton/day liquid hydrogen demonstration project. Leveraging BPHB's Bintulu Port deep-water terminal and logistics hub advantages, the project plans for an integrated liquid hydrogen production, storage, and export facility. Initial production will prioritize fulfilling Sarawak's local demand for high-purity hydrogen in transportation and industry, with surplus volumes targeted for export markets. A key advantage lies in the deep integration of Sarawak's abundant renewable resources (hydro and solar power) to achieve a low-carbon "green electricity to green hydrogen" closed-loop solution across the entire hydrogen value chain. Based on the consensus reached with the Malaysian government and agreement among the partners, once the initial 10-ton/day project achieves stable operations, the facility will be upgraded into a production base with a capacity exceeding 100 tons/day. This expansion will be undertaken in collaboration with relevant agencies and leading listed energy companies in Malaysia. Premier Abang Johari highlighted Bintulu Port’s strategic location as “connecting Southeast Asia and radiating globally,” underscoring its pivotal role in advancing Sarawak’s green energy transition. Looking ahead, the Sarawak Hydrogen Industry Base will utilize GUOFUHEE's core liquid hydrogen technology expertise to ensure scaled-up production and safe operations. Key product export markets include South Korea, Hong Kong SAR, China, Malaysia itself, Singapore, and other East/Southeast Asian regions, addressing the regional shortage of high-purity liquid hydrogen. Capital-wise, the industrial base project will attract investment from Malaysian sovereign funds and leading local energy companies. This "Technology + Capital + Resources" synergy aims to provide funding and localized operational support, solidifying the industrial foundation. Per the plan, the 10-ton/day demonstration project is scheduled to commence construction in 2026 and become operational in 2027. Over the next five years, development of the 100-ton/day base will progressively advance, ultimately forming a complete "Production - Storage - Transportation - Marketing" hydrogen energy ecosystem. This landmark China-Malaysia partnership, announced at the Sarawak Energy Transition Policy (SET-P), not only injects momentum into Sarawak's green hydrogen economy but also signifies a crucial shift for the Southeast Asian hydrogen industry chain – transitioning from "planning" to "scaled-up implementation." Bintulu Port is positioned to become a core nexus connecting regional and global hydrogen markets, offering a practical paradigm of "cross-regional collaboration" for port economic green transformation and global carbon neutrality.   Media reports： https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2025/08/11/bintulu-port-seals-green-energy-mous-to-boost-sarawaks-clean-fuel-ambitions/   https://themalaysianreserve.com/2025/08/11/bintulu-port-inks-three-mous-to-advance-sarawaks-green-energy-push/   https://www.bernama.com/en/general/news.php?id=2455629

Aug 8, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Guofuhee & Creative Platech Forge Partnership to Establish Hydrogen-Compatible Materials Industrial Base

Zhangjiagang, China – August 8, 2025 - A significant milestone in advancing hydrogen-compatible materials technology was marked today as Jiangsu Guofu Hydrogen Energy Equipment Co., Ltd. (Guofuhee) and Jiangsu Creative Platech New Material Technology Co., Ltd. (Creative Platech) formally signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu Province. Witnessed by key stakeholders, Mr. Wu Pinfang, Chairman of Guofuhee, and Mr. Li Xiaohua, Chairman of Creative Platech, solidified their commitment to jointly invest in building an industrial base dedicated to the R&D and production of cutting-edge hydrogen-compatible materials. The signing ceremony was notably attended by Prof. Gao Song, President of Sun Yat-sen University (SYSU) and Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, who serves as the Science and Technology Advisor to Creative Platech. This partnership leverages the combined strengths of Academician-led technical expertise (particularly from SYSU) and the distinct resource advantages of both companies, aiming to propel the innovation and industrialization of critical materials for the hydrogen economy. ​Leveraging Breakthrough Technology:​​ Creative Platech, established by Peking University and leading academic experts, brings its proprietary, transformative technology to the core of this venture: Nickel-based Catalytic Atomic & Layer Deposition (NCALD). This self-developed technology represents a disruptive breakthrough in hydrogen-compatible materials performance. Its significance has been recognized through prestigious awards: the 2024 China Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition (Disruptive Technologies) Prize and the 2025 Yangtze River Delta National Technology Innovation Center Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition (New Materials Field) Gold Award. Furthermore, it has been formally included in the National Key R&D Program for Disruptive Technological Innovation. ​Project Scope and Roadmap:​​ The cooperative project will be implemented in two phases: 1. Phase One: Focused on establishing the integrated R&D and production base within Guofuhee existing facility in Zhangjiagang. This phase will create a comprehensive platform combining research and manufacturing capabilities. 2. Phase Two: Aims to secure "flying land" policy support within the Zhangjiagang Chemical Industrial Park. This will facilitate the full-scale launch of high-volume production for hydrogen-compatible materials, driving industry scaling and development. The project will concentrate on developing, designing production lines, manufacturing, and promoting surface treatment processes for key hydrogen-compatible components like bipolar plates, separator plates, and end plates. Central to this effort is Creative Platech's NCALD technology. This core process promises significant advantages: Enhanced stability and lifespan of plates/components. Reduction in processing costs. Improved electrolyzer performance for greater efficiency and cost reduction. ​Market Alignment and Expansion Strategy:​​ The high-performance materials produced will first prioritize supplying Guofuhee's existing 3GW domestic electrolyzer production capacity. Concurrently, they will support market development for Guofuhee's initial 3GW overseas production capacity (Phase 1). Building on this foundation, the project will strategically leverage Guofuhee's global network of eight overseas manufacturing bases, targeting a total capacity of 10GW by 2030.​​ ​Forging Future Pathways:​​ Beyond the core industrial base project, discussions between Guofuhee and Creative Platech yielded an additional strategic agreement. They plan to collaborate with the SYSU Institute of Energy Research on pioneering frontier hydrogen technologies. Specific areas identified include seawater electrolysis for hydrogen production and ultra-low temperature materials. A dedicated Joint Technology R&D Center will be established to shepherd these research projects through the complete cycle: from laboratory bench scale to pilot testing (pilot scale) and ultimately to industrial mass production. These initiatives will be advanced as independent core projects, aiming to position the partners' technologies and industrialization standards at the forefront of international advancement. ​Strategic Significance:​​ For Guofuhee, this partnership represents a crucial strategic step in integrating key elements of the hydrogen value chain. By enhancing core material performance and optimizing costs, Guofuhee significantly bolsters the competitiveness of its water electrolysis equipment portfolio. Critically, establishing this base serves as a pivotal component in constructing a Global Supply Chain Hub. This hub will provide comprehensive, integrated hydrogen solutions to Guofuhee's domestic and international assembly facilities, reinforcing the company's overall competitiveness in the global hydrogen market. Furthermore, as a major hydrogen-focused collaboration within Zhangjiagang, this joint venture will inject powerful momentum into the local industrial cluster, accelerating the region's progress towards a high-quality, large-scale hydrogen industry.

Guofuhee Forges Strategic Liquid Hydrogen Partnership with Hemtron

Recently, Guofuhee and Hemtron GmbH from German formally established an in-depth collaboration. The two parties will focus on key segments of the liquid hydrogen supply chain to drive the global expansion of the hydrogen energy industry. Representatives from both sides—Mr. Wu Pinfang, Chairman of Guofuhee, and Mr. Dirk Graszt, CEO of Hemtron—advanced the cooperation. As a liquid hydrogen industry platform enterprise under Oilinvest B.V., Hemtron possesses technical expertise and project experience in hydrogen liquefaction plant construction, hydrogen refueling station deployment, and low-temperature storage and transportation. Guofuhee, a leading domestic hydrogen player, leverages core technological innovation and demonstrates strength in hydrogen equipment manufacturing and supply chain solutions. With multiple proprietary intellectual properties in critical technologies, it provides robust support for industrial advancement. Under the cooperation framework, both parties will deepen collaboration across the liquid hydrogen supply chain. They aim to develop flexible and efficient "non-pipeline" liquid hydrogen solutions while integrating premium global hydrogen technologies to accelerate the deployment of European liquid hydrogen infrastructure. The partnership will focus on full-chain optimization, with plans to jointly advance multiple projects covering hydrogen liquefaction, liquid hydrogen tank container transportation, and hydrogen refueling stations. By directly interfacing with upstream sectors such as renewable power generation and hydrogen production via water electrolysis, the collaboration will establish low-carbon hydrogen production pathways powered by green renewable energy, all while maintaining effective cost control. Amid the global green energy transition, demand for liquid hydrogen continues to surge. This collaboration represents a significant step in synergizing complementary strengths and technologies, marking a pivotal advancement in international partnerships and scaled hydrogen applications of Guofuhee. It injects new vitality into Sino-German green energy cooperation. Both parties will accelerate project timelines, deepen cooperation in R&D, equipment deployment, and industrial chain development, explore market-adaptive models, and share achievements to accelerate global low-carbon development.

Jul 17, 2025

Guofuhee Collaborates with Singapore Partner to Establish Demonstration Green Hydrogen Refueling Stations

July 17 - Guofuhee Singapore joint venture, HyCee Pte Ltd (hereafter "HyCee"), formally signed a cooperation agreement with Singapore's Green Energy Investment Holdings Private Limited (GEIH). The two parties will collaborate to build Singapore's first green hydrogen refueling station with a capacity of 200 kg/day. Initially, it will provide hydrogen refueling services for garbage trucks, with future plans to expand to ports, logistics, and public transportation sectors. The project will be established through a joint venture company set up by GEIH and HyCee, leveraging their respective strengths to advance project implementation. GEIH will utilize its biomass-to-hydrogen plant in Singapore to supply green hydrogen and manage the operation and maintenance of the hydrogen production system. HyCee will be responsible for site selection, design, construction, and operation of the refueling station, ensuring smooth project progression. Through this collaboration, both parties are committed to achieving carbon reduction and sustainable development goals in Singapore's transportation sector. GEIH is a subsidiary of Singapore-listed company H2G Green Ltd, whose business focuses on renewable energy solutions. H2G Green develops and promotes renewable energy technologies like solar and wind power, providing clean and sustainable energy solutions for customers. GEIH specializes in hydrogen energy solutions, with its flagship project being Singapore's biomass-to-hydrogen facility located in the western region. This refueling station collaboration follows Guofuhee's 2024 signing of a Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) contract with GEIH for a Singapore biomass-syngas-to-hydrogen project, where it provided hydrogen solutions and supplied related process equipment. It represents a deepening of cooperation to jointly expand downstream applications in the hydrogen industry chain. This partnership marks a critical milestone in Guofuhee's strategic deployment in Southeast Asia's hydrogen market. Guofuhee's electrolytic hydrogen production equipment, liquid hydrogen storage/transport solutions, and vehicle hydrogen supply systems will undergo real-world application and validation under Singapore's climatic conditions. The two parties innovatively adopted a "synergistic model integrating waste-to-hydrogen production with vehicle operations." This not only provides new decarbonization solutions for Singapore's environmental and transportation sectors but also establishes a green benchmark for Guofuhee within the global hydrogen industry chain. Moving forward, both parties will strictly adhere to Singapore government guidelines to steadily advance safety assessments, environmental permit applications, and demonstration operation plans, driving the project's successful implementation.

Jul 22, 2025

Guofuhee Launches First Green Hydrogen Electrolysis System Exported to Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB)

Recently, the 50Nm³/h water electrolysis equipment supplied by Guofuhee for the TNB-PCSS Green Hydrogen Demonstration Project of TNB has been successfully shipped from Shanghai Port, marking a solid step forward in Guofuhee's international strategy. As a demonstration project at TNB's JEP power plant, this initiative provides an integrated solution encompassing green hydrogen production, compression, storage, and supply for the generator cooling system of TNB. Leveraging its professional expertise and project experience in hydrogen energy, Guofuhee secured the contract in 2024. The project configuration includes alkaline and PEM electrolysis systems, storage tanks, and SCADA systems. To meet local standards, Guofuhee collaborated with a third-party international certification body to rigorously oversee the entire process-from design and manufacturing to inspection and certification. The shipped electrolysis system integrates advanced alkaline and PEM technologies, ensuring quality and reliability in hydrogen production, storage, and utilization. Throughout the project, HyCee-a joint venture between Guofuhee and Asia Energy-combined their strengths to provide local market resources, project management, and advisory services, closely collaborating with Guofuhee to fulfill the stringent requirements of TNB. As Malaysia's first renewable energy-based hydrogen demonstration project, Guofuhee worked meticulously with its local partner, Asia Energy, to execute each phase with precision, aiming to establish a green benchmark for Malaysia's energy transition and decarbonization strategy. Guofuhee's head of overseas operations stated that the company will continue to deepen technological innovation and actively expand into global markets, driving the development of the hydrogen industry worldwide and supporting more nations in achieving green energy transformation.