First phase work is now underway on the hydrogen pipeline network of Belgium hydrogen network operator Fluxys Hydrogen, with 2026 targeted for completion.

The pipeline will be gradually expanded in the coming years and form part of the European Hydrogen Backbone. This aims to connect the key ports and trading areas of Antwerp, Ghent, Kallo and Zelzate. Belgium says the pipeline is essential for decarbonising industry.

Last April, Fluxys Hydrogen, a subsidiary of Fluxys, was appointed as the operator responsible for the development and management of the open-access hydrogen transport network. It is aiming for a yearly hydrogen transmission capacity of 30 TWh by 2030.

“As companies seek to strike a balance between security of supply, climate impact and cost price, hydrogen often emerges as the best option and makes hydrogen an important link on the path towards a climate-neutral economy,” the company said.