Welcome to the 9th Issue of The Marketplace Matters – the industry mailing from Fuel Cell Markets that allows readers and contributors alike to help drive our collective commercialisation efforts forward.
In this issue we would like to remind all our subscribers of the forthcoming FC & H2 event “Opportunities and Challenges in the Middle East” to be held at the Dubai Police Academy from the 6-7th December. The event, an initiative of Middle East Forum on Fuel Cells & Hydrogen Economy (MEFH) - a strong market partner in the region - has been co-organised by Fuel Cell Markets in conjunction with the esteemed Al Zayed Prize for the Environment, and further endorsed by the World Fuel Cell Council. Preparations for this ‘first of its kind’ annual event have been unprecedented with collaboration even exceeding FCM’s high expectations. With international support and contributions from Ballard Power Systems, General Motors, Fuel Cell Energy, Hydrogenics, UTC Power, Plug Power, P21, MTU and Heliocentris, to name just a few, it promises to be a landmark event. With strong local support, it is a ‘must attend’ date for those companies wanting to develop business within this very lucrative region. To get involved, register, and find out more about this conference see the contribution from MEFH below.
The last couple of months have seen significant activity and we are encouraged by the pace of progress the industry is making in all sectors. Within Fuel Cell Markets we have confirmed a number of important new partnerships, including Acta, Alternative Energy Development Corporation, The Centre for Process Innovation, Mesoscopic Devices and UTC Power.
Fuel Cell Markets are also excited to have initiated a special working relationship with a new company to the industry: Fuel Cell Recruitment. This full service recruitment consultancy has been created to provide a specialist focus on the hydrogen and fuel cell sector, and works exclusively with high calibre individuals needed by employers in these industries. Human Resources are crucial to effective expansion and commercialisation of these industries and it is an encouraging sign of progress that such an organisation now exists. Fuel Cell Markets looks forward to incubating, supporting and promoting Fuel Cell Recruitment's mission to save time and money for the industry by efficiently placing the best candidates in the most suitable roles.
On a last note from FCM (prior to contributions below), we would like to remind you all about the upcoming FC Expo in Japan in January 25th-27th 2006. The event is now a sold out event for exhibitors, and Fuel Cell Markets & Partners are proud to have the largest pavilion stand at an event which in itself promises to be the biggest event the industry has yet to see. In addition to the 400 exhibitors present, key ‘not to be missed’ announcements will be made at the event so if you have not booked yet please do so using the links below.
Please read the contributions below from Fuel Cell Markets’ Market Partners, offering cutting-edge opportunities, and a wealth of information.
Kind regards as always
The FCM Team
You can contact us online, by email, or by telephone on +44 1895 442269
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Contributions from Marketplace Participants |
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| Excellent Progress in Conference Preparations |
 The MEFH Event in Dubai in December is attracting unprecedented interest, with P 21 now a gold sponsor, joining the ranks of GM, Hydrogenics, Ballard and others. Please click through to read the latest confirmed speaker list. |
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| Opportunities with Novel Industrial Catalysts |
 The manufacturing technology for HYPERMEC™ catalysts has potential for use in a wide variety of existing catalyst products. If you are an industrial catalyst user or manufacturer who wishes to explore HYPERMEC’s™ unique capabilities then click here to find out more. |
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| DuPont Fuel Cells Delivers Major Advance for Membrane Durability New Chemically Stabilized Polymer Extends Membrane Lifetime 7x |
 As part of its strategy to enable the advancement of fuel cell technology, DuPont Fuel Cells today announced product improvements that dramatically increase the durability and lifetime of fuel cell membranes, dispersions and Membrane Electrode Assembly (MEA) components for hydrogen based fuel cells. |
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| Interested in Rural Off-Grid Electrification? |
 AEDC was established in 2000 and has spent four years of development to produce a low-cost reliable zinc-air fuel cell, suitable for non-grid electrification in rural areas worldwide. |
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| The Home Energy Center |
 MicroCHP solutions will play an important role in the changing energy landscape. They will enable homeowners to retain control over their own energy supply, will deliver heat and power efficiently with low carbon dioxide emissions and will reduce demand for natural gas, coal and oil. |
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| Fuel Cell Network is looking to expand internationally |
 Fuel Cell Network is a UK-based network to promote and encourage the exchange of information and ideas within the fuel cell community, both industrial and academic. |
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| Looking to demonstrate the advantages of fuel cell technologies for providing back-up and base load power |
 In order to extend our strong network of partners in the Europe and the Middle East, MTU CFC Solutions are open to collaborative ventures. We are interested in back-up and base load power systems solutions for industrial and large-scale residential applications. |
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| Looking to develop business relationships in the Middle East |
 We are looking forward to the Dubai conference to create awareness in the market for our Gencore fuel cell product. |
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| Working With OEM Partners |
.jpg) Protonex actively partners with commercial/industrial OEMs and military contractors to integrate our fuel cell systems into their unique applications. Examples of these initiatives include a hybrid fuel cell scooter and a hybrid fuel cell wheelchair. |
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| Habco is looking for market input on requirements for fuel cell testing equipment |
 Habco Inc. is looking for input, market studies, or market research from large fuel cell OEM's that show what currents needs are for fuel cell testing from a production and aftermarket viewpoint, and what they predict future needs might be. |
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| SHFCA spreads its wings throughout the world |
 The Scottish Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Association (SHFCA) would like to take this opportunity to provide an update on four key areas of our activities: membership, programmes and our forward vision. |
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| Seeking Distributors for Portable Fuel Cell Power units |
.gif) IdaTech are looking for partners to assist with the sales, training, and after sales services of our Fuel Cell Systems for portable power applications |
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| Fuel Cell Europe exhibits and attends conference at Grove Fuel Cell Symposium |
 Fuel Cell Europe is pleased to announce its successful participation and exhibition at Ninth Grove Fuel Cell Symposium in conjunction with the World Fuel Cell Council and Fuel Cell Markets |
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| On-site Fuel Cell Power Solutions for Industrial Applications |
 Utilising the by product hydrogen from a chemical plant in Holland, Nedstack has demonstrated that their Fuel Cell stacks, fuelled with this Hydrogen, can generate power for the production process |
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| CELLYTE 2CMT Batteries |
 The SEC CELLYTE 2CMT Modular/Tubular AGM Sealed, valve regulated VRLA battery line fitted with VRLA Catalyst is a range of long life sealed, valve regulated batteries that require very little maintenance and can be mounted in any space without special ventilation. |
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| Heliocentris is delighted to announce they will participating in the Fuel Cell Markets Pavillion Stand at FC Expo! |
 Heliocentris, the world leading company for fuel cell education will exhibit at the 2006 FC Expo in Tokio, Japan. Today, Heliocentris offers products ranging from science kits for schools, starting at 100 €, to complete fuel cell labs for universities costing up to 100,000 €. |
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| 200 W Portable PEM Fuel Cell Power Supply |
 On the basis of fuel cell stacks, Fuyuan Century has co-operated with H.Y. Fuyuan in developing the fuel cell power supply serial products, which pushes the development of fuel cells to the stage of application. |
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| miniHYDROGEN ScienceSet |
 miniHYDROGEN has developed a new hydrogen educationset that takes starting point in interdisciplinary education in elementary schools and high schools. In classes like biology, geographic, physics and chemistry can the miniHYDROGEN ScienceSet be used. |
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| Fuel Cell Markets Sign Up WebitPR As New Partner |
 Fuel Cell Markets, the UK-based international market catalyst for the Fuel Cell and Hydrogen industries, has signed a partnership agreement with WebitPR, to promote the activities of both the organisation and its member companies. |
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| Seeking Partnerships for Worldwide Demonstration Projects |
 Hydrogen Solar’s lead technology is the Tandem Cell™. This cell converts sunlight and water directly into hydrogen in a renewable and carbon-free process. It has the potential to significantly reduce carbon emissions by substituting fossil fuels and other routes to hydrogen which produce significant carbon emissions. |
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| Fuel Cell 2006 |
 Fuel Cell 2006 is the third annual conference designed for organizations throughout North America interested in learning more about and applying fuel cell technology. |
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| Worldwide Hydrogen Ambassadors Competition |
 The organizer of the Group Exhibit Hydrogen + Fuel Cells at the annual Hannover Fair, April 24-28, 2006, is sponsoring a "Worldwide Hydrogen Ambassadors Competition" for young people grouped in four age categories from 11 to up to 99 years. |
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| Fuel Cell Applications Facility |
 Hydrogen Fuel Cells offer the potential for clean, portable and extremely efficient generation of power. Designed to deliver on the UK's Kyoto obligations to reduce CO2 emissions, we are seeking to drive and stimulate the growth of a fuel cell industry on Teesside. |
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| Looking for systems integrators for MC250 fuel cell stack |
 POWERSTACK™ MC250 is a medium size alkaline fuel cell stack that is available in 300, 600, 1200 and 2400 W configurations. In laboratory tests the POWERSTACK™ MC250 performed up to 60% over and above original design specifications and exceeded an efficiency of 57% at full-rated power. |
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| Acumentrics SOFC System Shipped to National Energy Technology Laboratory |
 Acumentrics Corporation, a leading developer of Solid Oxide Fuel Cells and Uninterruptible Power Supplies for the distributed generation market, announced today the shipment of a five kilowatt Tubular Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) System to the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) in Morgantown, West Virginia. |
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| Advertise with H2Nation |
 H2Nation is read by the top industry leaders in the Hydrogen, Solar, and Wind industries. We attract the thought leaders and early adopters who will be a driving force behind the increasingly rapid acceptance and deployment of renewable energies. |
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| Fuel Cell Book |
 This book provides a clear introduction and overview to fuel cell technology and its associated subject areas. |
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| Renewable Energy Technology Transfer Network |
 Renew-Transnet is a part-EC funded project with a commercial focus. We assist technology developers in commercialising their technology – from concept to market. |
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| Low Carbon Buildings Programme is Announced |
 The Government chose the first day of the Climate Change Dialogue Ministerial meeting in London to announce the funding package for the DTI's new Low Carbon Buildings Programme. |
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| GREEN ENERGY FOR A MORE SECURE FUTURE! |
 This November the UN Climate Change meeting will be held in Montreal and Lord May of Oxford, the President of the Royal Society, has said that top of the Agenda should be an assessment of the maximum concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere which could be allowed in order to avoid the most catastrophic effects of climate change. |
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The Fuel Cell Markets Team
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