As part of the DutcH₂ Aviation Hub team, we were very pleased to see the Destination Hydrogen Event's incredible energy and drive from the community, working together to advance hydrogen-powered aviation. We look forward to continuing this journey together and driving meaningful progress!
✈️Fueling the future: Destination Hydrogen Yesterday we gathered for the inspiring DutcH₂ Aviation Hub Destination Hydrogen Event. From the warm welcome by Victor Rijkaart (director Rotterdam the Hague Innovation Airport- RHIA) to the impactful closing remarks by Cornelia Bom (chairman RHIA Executive Board). The day included insightful discussions, intensive workshops, and collaborative opportunities highlighting hydrogen's potential in aviation. With government stakeholders, Robert Simons (Alderman for Port, Economy, Hospitality and Governance of Rotterdam), Saskia Bruines (Alderman for Economy of The Hague) and Meindert Stolk (Regional Minister for Economy and Innovation of the province of Zuid Holland) talking about the importance of developing hydrogen aviation in this region: Robert Simons: “Short term innovation is necessary to make hydrogen the investable energy carrier of the future” Saskia Bruines: “Collaboration is key to achieve significant steps forward” Meindert Stolk: “DutcH₂ Aviation Hub is not only of regional importance. An important goal is to connect to European Airports and stakeholders and closely work together in making innovations happen.” Following Edward Gilding’s introduction into InnovationQuarter and Aerospace Delta Agenda, aiming to support and connect (new)collaborations within the sector. Niclas Dzikus, Dr.-Ing. Seconded National Expert at the European Commission delivered a compelling keynote speech on clean transport transitions from a European perspective, reminding us of the critical role hydrogen will play in the future. The presentation of the DutcH₂ Aviation Hub by program manager Daan van Dijk showed which steps are being taken towards hydrogen aviation. Followed by workshops that explored key themes like technology development, supply chain and infrastructure, focusing on forming new projects and consortia. Participants developed over 15 initiatives to boost hydrogen adoption in aviation, creating a strong framework for future projects and partnerships. Jos van den Boom's (director RHIA) talk on the importance of International collaboration and Merian Lelieveld from Hezelburcht Grant & Funding Consultancy about funding mechanisms, offered insights into how we can collectively advance these initiatives. On top of that, Air Products and Schenk Tanktransport brought one of their newest liquid hydrogen transport trailers. Participants toured the trailer and learned about the technology that will deliver liquid hydrogen to Rotterdam The Hague Airport. Thanks to all the speakers, workshop moderators Jolanda Stevens, Chris van Dijk, Jan-Daan Maasland, Marlies Hak and Stephen Hands (DutcH₂ Aviation Hub team | Unified International), Mick van Hattem (DutcH₂ Aviation Hub team), Gemeente Rotterdam Gemeente Den Haag Provincie Zuid-Holland InnovationQuarter Aerospace Delta and participants for making this event a success. For more info and joining: https://lnkd.in/eXEG6M_r