Hyundai Launches Construction of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Production Hub in Ulsan
18. December 2025Hyundai Motor has initiated construction of a large-scale hydrogen fuel cell production facility at its Ulsan site, marking a strategic step in strengthening its global position in hydrogen-powered mobility and energy systems. Spanning over 95,000 square meters and scheduled for completion by 2027, the facility will integrate both chemical and assembly processes to support an annual production capacity of 30,000 hydrogen fuel cell units. It will also house Korea’s first proton exchange membrane (PEM) water electrolyzer. The project involves an investment of KRW 930 billion and repurposes part of a former internal combustion engine transmission plant, reflecting Hyundai’s shift toward sustainable technologies. Equipment and products related to hydrogen power generation usually require KGS registration in order to be approved for import and sale in Korea.
The plant aims to advance the next generation of hydrogen fuel cells by enhancing performance and cost efficiency, targeting use cases beyond passenger vehicles, including ships and construction machinery. PEM electrolyzers under development are expected to supply high-purity hydrogen for diverse applications, building on pilot projects such as a 1MW container-type electrolyzer producing over 300 kg of hydrogen daily. During the groundbreaking ceremony, attended by government officials and industry leaders, Hyundai signed an MOU with KGM Commercial to promote hydrogen-powered buses in Korea. The facility is also expected to boost the national hydrogen economy and contribute to regional development, with both government and industry stakeholders pledging continued support for hydrogen innovation.
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