Hydrogen

Hydrogen exists naturally on Earth but not in large quantities in its elemental form and so is produced industrially in several ways. By far the most common method is through steam-methane reforming (SMR) where the steam reacts with the natural gas (methane) at very high temperatures to produce syngas (a hydrogen/carbon monoxide mixture). The syngas can be further processed to convert the carbon monoxide through a reaction with steam to produce more hydrogen. Hydrogen can also be produced by using fossil fuels such as oil and coal by gasification, or by the electrolysis of water.

Hydrogen can be used as a fuel through combustion or through a hydrogen fuel cell. The space industry utilizes hydrogen as a propellant for rockets. Oil refineries use hydrogen to make lower sulphur, cleaner burning transport fuels to reduce air pollution, and the metals industries use hydrogen to reduce metal oxides and to prevent oxidation during heat-treating process.

Air Products is a World-Leading Hydrogen Supplier

Extensive pipeline supply network

Key enabler in global energy production

Large dedicated on-site plant development

Large-scale on-site hydrogen plants

World's largest producer of outsourced hydrogen to oil refineries

A leader in hydrogen fueling infrastructure development

Industry leader in safety

World-class customer service

Hydrogen for Mobility: Generating a Cleaner Future

Air Products’ higher purpose includes addressing the world’s need for clean energy and materials while reducing environmental impacts. Hydrogen is key to rising to these challenges, and our H2fM Hydrogen for Mobility solutions cover the entire value chain for hydrogen fueling.

Generating a cleaner future involves experience, investment and innovation on a world scale. We have the technology, the track record, the capital and the ambition to be a first-mover in bringing the hydrogen economy to scale.

How Can Air Products Help with your Hydrogen Supply?​

Pipeline Supply

Connect with one of our pipeline systems around the world for large volumes and flexible supply of hydrogen

Temporary or Emergency Gas Services for Plants or Pipelines

Air Products' APEX (Express) Hydrogen Services provide a fast, high pressure, reliable supply of high-purity hydrogen

State-of-the-Art On-Site Hydrogen Generation Technology

Air Products’ range of hydrogen manufacturing plants provide a reliable on-site supply of low-cost hydrogen.

Bulk Deliveries and Storage Systems

Liquid or gas bulk deliveries and storage systems provide a safe, reliable supply option for high-purity hydrogen

Hydrogen Fueling Infrastructure

We are a leading developer of hydrogen energy services and equipment

Large-Scale Hydrogen Plants

Air Products provides large dedicated on-site plant development.