Congratulations to Jonathan Duff (Technical Specialist – HTHP), Cath Davies (Technical Operations Manager), Sarah-Jane Clelland (Senior Research & Facilities Manager), Emma Brown (Technical Project Manager), and Karen Theis (Institute Safety Advisor) on being shortlisted for the prestigious Hydrogen Person of the Year award at the 2025 Hydrogen UK Annual Awards. Their nomination, put forward by Arcadis, recognises the team’s dedication to advancing hydrogen research through the successful integration of the Hydrogen Autoclave Project into Royce’s infrastructure.
In addition to the team’s nomination, Arcadis has also been shortlisted for the Hydrogen UK Innovation Award. The full shortlists were publicly announced via H2 View on 15th January 2025, with winners due to be announced at the Hydrogen UK Awards evening at Birmingham NCC on 1st April 2025.
This recognition highlights the significance of Royce’s contributions to the hydrogen economy and its continued role in shaping the future of sustainable energy through materials innovation.
Pioneering Hydrogen Research at Royce
Hydrogen is set to play a crucial role in the UK’s transition to sustainable energy, and Royce is at the forefront of materials research to support this transition. From developing advanced materials for hydrogen storage and transport to innovating new solutions for electrolysis and fuel cell technologies, Royce’s facilities enable cutting-edge hydrogen research across multiple disciplines.
The integration of the Hydrogen Autoclave equipment into Royce’s infrastructure significantly enhances its technical capabilities, providing researchers and industry partners with state-of-the-art equipment to use alongside key research projects on energy solutions.
Royce is dedicated to expanding its capabilities to support its mission of enabling world-class materials science and innovation through its extensive Technology Platforms, which house over £330 million of cutting-edge research equipment. These platforms provide UK academia and industry with access to specialist facilities, supporting advancement in hydrogen technologies and other critical areas of materials research.
How to Access the Hydrogen Autoclave and Royce Facilities
Royce is committed to ensuring that researchers and businesses can access its world-leading facilities. The Hydrogen Autoclave is now available for use, supporting key research projects aimed at developing the next generation of energy solutions. Those interested in working with Royce’s hydrogen research capabilities can explore our Equipment and Facilities page or contact the team directly (0161 306 7585) to discuss project opportunities.
