Karmsund Hydrogen—owned by Norwegian Hydrogen, Sigma, and Karmsund Group—is partnering with HydePoint to build a green hydrogen facility in Karmsund, aimed at cutting emissions in local industry. The facility will be located at Karmsund Group’s Service Base, offering direct access to hydrogen users in both the maritime and onshore sectors. The project plans to produce more than 3000 tons annually based on 20 MW installed electrolysis capacity.
“As a local company with strong roots in the business community here, we’re proud to take a concrete step toward establishing hydrogen production in Haugalandet,” says Marie Aanensen, Chair of the Board at Karmsund Hydrogen. “This project lays the foundation for new green value chains and helps safeguard the competitiveness of our industries in a low-emission future.”
Built on industrial needs and regional strength
The initiative is directly based on the needs of local industry and reflects a strong regional ambition to reduce emissions and support sustainable growth. By offering locally produced green hydrogen, the project will enable the decarbonization of key industrial sectors and strengthen the region’s maritime industry through clean fuel solutions.
“This project shows how strong industrial partnerships can lead to real emission reductions,” says Jens Berge, CEO of Norwegian Hydrogen. “Haugalandet has the right conditions to become a hub for green industry, and we’re pleased to be part of a collaboration that turns ambition into concrete action.”
Floating and flexible hydrogen production
HydePoint brings specialized technology and experience in maritime hydrogen production. Their solution integrates a barge system with onshore infrastructure, enabling modular and flexible deployment of hydrogen capacity. This allows production to scale with demand while staying close to end users.
“We’re excited to bring our maritime hydrogen production technology into this collaboration,” says Elin Steinsland, CEO of HydePoint. “Together, we aim to deliver a standardized, modular and scalable solution that supports decarbonization where it matters, close to the user.”
Targeting first production in 2028
The project will follow a structured development process, targeting first hydrogen deliveries in 2028. The project partners are already in active dialogue with industrial and maritime customers, ensuring the production is tailored to real, local demand. This close engagement is key to building viable offtake agreements and supporting long-term decarbonization across sectors.
With strong local ownership, technical expertise, and close collaboration across sectors, the project is positioned to become a reference for clean energy innovation in coastal environments.
Contact for more information:
Marielle Furnes Mannseth, Group Brand & Sustainability Officer, Norwegian Hydrogen
Email: marielle@nh2.no
Mobile: +47 93 40 21 401
Marie Aanesen, Chair of the Board, Karmsund Hydrogen AS
Email: maa@karmsundgroup.no
Phone: +47 95 86 25 74
Nils Magne Reilstad, Chief Commercial Officer, HydePoint AS
Email: Nils.Magne.Reilstad@HydePoint.comPhone: +47 930 57 850
About Karmsund Group
Karmsund Group is a Norwegian investment company with a strategic focus on the maritime sector and industrial real estate. Headquartered in Norway and owned by Norwegian private investors, the group operates through several subsidiaries, including Karmsund Servicebase, Karmsund Contracting, and Karmsund Estonia. In addition to active ownership, Karmsund Group also holds minority stakes in selected companies, supporting long-term value creation through targeted co-investments.
www.karmsundgroup.no
About Sigma
Sigma Hydrogen AS is a Norwegian technology company based in Oslo, focused on improving the market optimization of green hydrogen production. By combining data-driven insight with targeted innovation, Sigma aims to make hydrogen production more profitable and better aligned with real-time market conditions. The company is committed to developing smarter solutions that help accelerate the hydrogen economy.
www.sigmahydrogen.no
About Norwegian Hydrogen
Norwegian Hydrogen AS is developing a comprehensive network of green hydrogen production sites and distribution systems throughout the Nordics. These are designed to meet future zero-emission energy demands across several industrial segments. The company is backed by industrial owners with a strong global footprint across the hydrogen industry, such as Fortescue, Mitsui & Co., Ltd, Flakk Group and Hexagon Purus. Norwegian Hydrogen’s headquarters are in Ålesund, Norway, and the company also has offices in Oslo, Helsinki, Copenhagen, Stockholm and Hirtshals.
www.nh2.no
About HydePoint AS
HydePoint is a leading innovator providing technology for hydrogen production at sea, committed to delivering sustainable hydrogen solutions for the maritime and industrial sectors. Leveraging advanced green energy technologies, HydePoint drives the global transition towards a zero-emission society. The company is backed by strategic partnerships and industry leaders, including Kongsberg Group, Moreld, and Vergia (Swiss Life Asset Managers), each contributing with their unique expertise and resources to support HydePoint’s mission. HydePoint is headquartered in Stavanger, Norway, with additional offices in Oslo.
www.HydePoint.com
