Inspenet, September 2, 2023.
Plastic Omnium is responsible for the hydrogen storage plant
Plastic Omnium has announced plans to build the largest plant in North America for the manufacture of hydrogen storage systems. This facility will be located in Grand Blanc Township, Michigan and will aim to supply a leading vehicle manufacturer in the United States.
The company will design, develop, and manufacture high-pressure hydrogen storage systems for zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Likewise, an advanced validation and prototyping laboratory will be established to guarantee product safety and provide optimal service to customers.
The project is expected to involve a global investment of approximately $170 million and create 175 jobs in the high-tech manufacturing sector. Financial support from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) will reach up to $7.4 million . In addition to the state funds allocated, Genesee County and the Township of Grand Blanc have also committed to invest in the infrastructure and workforce development associated with the project.
The future facility, which will span 200,000 square feet and have the capacity to produce up to 100,000 high-pressure hydrogen containers annually , is scheduled to begin operations by the end of 2026, with the goal of achieving 100% carbon neutrality .
Laurent Favre, CEO of Plastic Omnium said: “We are excited to launch construction of our first hydrogen mega-plant in the United States, in Michigan, the heart of the automotive industry. This investment follows a record order of $2 billion. Plastic Omnium received from a major US automaker earlier this year, confirming our leadership as a key technology partner for US sustainable mobility players.”
In the state of Michigan, Plastic Omnium employs around 1,000 individuals at its facilities located in Adrian, Huron and Detroit.
About Plastic Omnium
Plastic Omnium is a leading global provider of innovative solutions aimed at creating a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Since its foundation, it has been driven by innovation and is dedicated to the design and manufacture of intelligent systems for vehicle exteriors, highly complex custom modules, lighting systems, clean energy solutions and electrification proposals for mobility.
With total revenues of €9.5 billion by 2022 and a global presence spanning 150 production facilities and 43 research and development centers, Plastic Omnium relies on a workforce of 40,500 employees to meet the challenges of transforming the landscape. of mobility.
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