Advait Energy and TECO Partner to Develop Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology for Heavy-Duty Mobility

Advait Energy Transitions Limited has entered into a memorandum of understanding with TECO Fuel Cell Technology AS to jointly develop hydrogen fuel cell technology for heavy-duty transportation and mobility applications. The partnership was formalized during the third India–Nordic Summit held in Oslo on May 18, 2026. Under the agreement, both companies will collaborate on engineering development, technology transfer, and domestic manufacturing initiatives aimed at strengthening hydrogen-based mobility solutions.

The collaboration is aligned with the clean energy and industrial localization goals outlined under the India Government’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative and the National Green Hydrogen Mission. The companies stated that the partnership will focus on establishing indigenous hydrogen fuel cell manufacturing capability while supporting future heavy-duty transport applications. Targeted commercial production for mobility-related fuel cell systems is expected to begin from the first quarter of calendar year 2028.

In addition to transportation applications, the agreement also covers stationary power systems, including hydrogen fuel cell solutions for data centre infrastructure. The companies are targeting production readiness for these stationary applications from Q1CY2027. Both organizations also indicated that development activities for maritime and shipping-related fuel cell applications will continue in parallel with mobility projects through calendar year 2028.

Key Areas Covered Under the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Collaboration

The partnership between the two companies includes multiple application areas across transportation, stationary energy systems, and maritime operations. The collaboration is expected to support technology localization and clean energy deployment across several industrial sectors.

The memorandum of understanding was signed by Shalin Sheth, Promoter and Managing Director of Advait Energy Transitions Limited, and Tore Enger, Executive Chairman of TECO Maritime Group and Chief Executive Officer of TECO Fuel Cell Technology AS. The signing ceremony took place in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre during the summit proceedings in Norway. The collaboration reflects increasing international cooperation in hydrogen energy technologies and clean mobility development.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the partnership between Advait Energy and TECO Fuel Cell Technology AS?
The partnership focuses on developing hydrogen fuel cell technology for heavy-duty mobility, stationary power systems, and maritime applications. Both companies aim to collaborate on technology transfer, engineering development, and domestic manufacturing capabilities aligned with India’s clean energy goals. The agreement also supports the objectives of the National Green Hydrogen Mission and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. Commercial production for stationary power systems is targeted from Q1CY2027, while mobility-focused hydrogen fuel cell production is planned from Q1CY2028.

Which sectors will benefit from the hydrogen fuel cell collaboration?
The collaboration is expected to support multiple sectors including heavy-duty transportation, data centre power infrastructure, and maritime shipping applications. The companies plan to develop hydrogen fuel cell systems for mobility and stationary energy use while simultaneously advancing marine fuel cell technologies through 2028. The agreement is intended to strengthen clean energy adoption and local manufacturing capability in hydrogen technologies. The initiative also reflects growing international cooperation between India and Nordic companies in sustainable mobility and energy solutions.