From June 10 to 12, 2026, the 10th International Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Vehicle Congress & Exhibition (FCVC 2026) was held at the Huaqiao International Expo Center in Kunshan City, Jiangsu Province. Under the theme “New Chapter for Hydrogen: Fostering Future Industries through Full-Chain Collaboration”, the event gathered leading global companies and showcased cutting-edge technologies in the hydrogen and fuel cell sector. The exhibition spanned 25,000 square meters, attracting over 300 exhibitors and more than 15,000 professional visitors. As a key player in Type 4 high-pressure hydrogen storage technology, CIMC Hexagon presented its core products, garnering significant attention throughout the event.
I. In the Spotlight of CCTV: Type 4 Hydrogen Storage Products Make a Strong Impression
During FCVC 2026, CIMC Hexagon’s Type 4 hydrogen storage cylinders — designed for distribution and mobility — were featured in a CCTV news report, reaffirming the company’s technological expertise and influence within the Type 4 hydrogen storage industry.
- The Type 4 distribution cylinder exhibited operates at a working pressure of 38 MPa and features a unique structure composed of a “non-metallic liner + composite winding layer”. The Type 4 MEGC (Multi-Element Gas Container), which comprises these cylinders, can store over one tonne of hydrogen in a 40-foot container configuration. Compared to traditional transport methods, this solution delivers significant advancements in both storage capacity and transport efficiency, making it ideal for commercial applications that require medium-to-long distance and large-volume hydrogen supply.
- The Type 4 cylinder designed for mobility (35MPa, 450L) offers excellent advantages in lightweight design and high safety, providing an efficient and reliable hydrogen storage solution for fuel cell vehicles.
II. President Wan Gang Visits the Booth, Recognizes Type 4 Hydrogen Storage Innovation
On the first day of the exhibition, Mr. Wan Gang, President of the China Association for Science and Technology (CAST), visited CIMC Hexagon’s booth. Mr. Xu Yongsheng, President of CIMC ENRIC Hydrogen Energy Business Center, and Ms. Yang Baoying, Decision Committee Member of CIMC ENRIC, introduced the technical features, application scenarios, and market positioning of the company’s Type 4 hydrogen storage cylinders and MEGC products. President Wan expressed interest in the company’s technological exploration in Type 4 hydrogen storage and gave positive remarks.
As the global hydrogen industry accelerates toward large-scale and commercial development, President Wan’s visit recognizes CIMC Hexagon’s technological efforts and signals national support for the localization and advanced manufacturing of hydrogen storage and transport equipment.
III. Product Launch at FCVC Talks: Type 4 MEGC Officially Unveiled
During the exhibition, Mr. Wang Wenxuan, Sales Director of CIMC Hexagon, officially launched the Type 4 MEGC at the “New Technology, New Product” session of the FCVC Talks salon. This product is based on a Type 4 full-composite cylinder technology platform, complies with international standards including ADR and TPED, and is adaptable for road, rail, inland waterway, and sea transport. Its modular design supports configurations ranging from 10 to 45 feet, offering a safer, more efficient, and lower-cost solution for global hydrogen storage and transport.
As a joint venture formed by CIMC ENRIC and Hexagon Purus — a global leader in composite high-pressure hydrogen storage — CIMC Hexagon combines Hexagon Purus’s technological expertise and global validation experience with CIMC ENRIC’s strengths in energy equipment manufacturing and full-industry-chain layout. This new product launch further solidifies CIMC Hexagon’s technological position in the Type 4 hydrogen storage sector and adds fresh momentum to the high-end and international development of China’s hydrogen storage and transport equipment.
IV. General Manager Leads Team in Business Discussions with International Customers
During the exhibition, Mr. Li Hui, General Manager of CIMC Hexagon, along with the sales heads for Type 3 and Type 4 cylinders, held business discussions with an international customer at the booth’s meeting area. The two sides exchanged views on the application of hydrogen storage cylinders in fuel cell vehicles and discussed potential cooperation, building on previous conversations.
This exchange marked an important step toward deeper partnership, creating favorable conditions for future collaboration. CIMC Hexagon remains committed to maintaining an open and pragmatic approach to international cooperation, working alongside global industry leaders to advance the healthy development of the hydrogen mobility industry.
Driving Global Hydrogen Storage and Transport Through Technological Innovation
CIMC Hexagon’s strong presence at FCVC 2026 demonstrates its progress in Type 4 technology and commitment to global collaboration. Looking ahead, CIMC Hexagon will continue to utilize the technological and industrial resources of its parent companies, focusing on the R&D and industrialization of Type 4 hydrogen storage cylinders and system solutions, thereby assisting in the global expansion of China’s hydrogen storage equipment.
CIMC-Hexagon Achieves a Milestone in Domestic High-Pressure Hydrogen Storage and Transport
Shijiazhuang, China – February 6, 2026 – CIMC-Hexagon Hydrogen Energy Development (Hebei) Co., Ltd. (“CIMC-Hexagon”) today announced the successful launch of China’s first 20-foot Type 4 hydrogen MEGC (Multi-Element Gas Container). This breakthrough fills a domestic technology gap for Type 4 hydrogen MEGCs and marks significant progress in localizing high-pressure hydrogen storage and transport equipment in China. Backed by international certification and versatile applications, it provides a solid foundation for Chinese-made hydrogen equipment to be provided to the Asian market.
Core Technology Enables World-Class Storage and Transport Solutions
The new 20-foot Type 4 hydrogen MEGC integrates CIMC-Hexagon’s global technology resources with local manufacturing strength. It features a composite Type 4 cylinder, offering high storage capacity, light weight, modular flexibility, and enhanced safety. With an operating pressure of 38 MPa, a standard 40ft container configuration can store more than one ton of hydrogen.
The MEGC meets stringent international standards including ADR 6.8 and TPED (2010/35/EU), and is designed for compliance with other global transport regulations. Suitable for road, rail, inland waterway, it addresses the growing need for efficient, economical hydrogen logistics. Compared to traditional solutions, it offers superior weight reduction, greater capacity, and intermodal compatibility—significantly lowering the total cost of ownership and cost per kilogram of hydrogen transported. Its modular design supports configurations from 10 to 45 feet, providing flexibility for diverse customer needs and optimizing lifecycle costs for medium- to long-distance, high-volume hydrogen transport.
CIMC-Hexagon combines the strengths of its parent companies: Hexagon Purus’s six decades of experience in composite high-pressure hydrogen storage and validation from over 700 MEGC systems deployed worldwide, together with CIMC ENRIC’s full industry chain layout in hydrogen equipment and decades of energy equipment manufacturing expertise. This enables full-process control from core components to system integration, ensuring world-leading product performance and reliability.
Dual-Market Strategy Advances Commercial Hydrogen Storage and Transport
CIMC-Hexagon is pursuing a “Asia first, domestic follow” dual-market strategy. Initially, it will leverage CIMC ENRIC’s foundation in Southeast Asia to expand into the Asian regional markets, capturing new share with certified, compliant products. Simultaneously, the company will advance R&D and certification for a full series of MEGCs at different pressure levels, continuously enriching its product portfolio.
In the domestic market, CIMC-Hexagon will actively participate in shaping hydrogen storage and transport standards, promoting the compliant application of MEGC products within China’s hydrogen infrastructure to support the nation’s “dual carbon” goals. Going forward, the company will fully leverage synergies from its parent companies in technology, channels, and production capacity to optimize costs and delivery efficiency. It will provide customized solutions for regional market needs, gradually building a sales and service network, aiming to become a core supplier in hydrogen storage and transport equipment.
CIMC-Hexagon remains committed to technology-driven innovation, deeper integration of parent company resources, and the localization of hydrogen storage and transport solutions. The company strives to provide critical equipment support for the large-scale development of the hydrogen industry and contribute to a clean, low-carbon, safe, and efficient energy system.
About CIMC Hexagon
CIMC Hexagon is a joint venture established by CIMC ENRIC and Hexagon Purus, focused on the R&D, manufacturing, and sales of Type IV high-pressure hydrogen cylinders and storage systems. The venture combines CIMC ENRIC’s large-scale manufacturing capabilities with Hexagon Purus’s globally leading composite hydrogen storage technology, dedicated to providing safe, efficient, and sustainable hydrogen storage and transport solutions worldwide.
(7 April 2025) CIMC-Hexagon, a joint venture company of CIMC Enric Holdings Limited and Hexagon Purus producing hydrogen cylinder and systems solutions for mobility and infrastructure applications in China and Southeast Asia, has delivered its first batch of Type IV high-pressure hydrogen cylinders for use in Hexagon Purus’ hydrogen distribution modules in Europe. CIMC-Hexagon has obtained European TPED (Transportable Pressure Equipment Directive) certification allowing for delivery of hydrogen storage solutions to the European market. Consequently, the newly completed cylinder manufacturing facility in Shijiazhuang is now ramping up with production of 380 bar distribution cylinders intended for customers in Europe. This initial ramp-up phase is an important step in achieving certification for Type IV high-pressure hydrogen cylinders for the domestic Chinese market.
Expanding Type IV cylinder technology in China and Southeast Asia
Type IV hydrogen storage vessels are characterized by lightweight design, high pressure tolerance, superior hydrogen storage density, corrosion resistance, and extended lifespan, making it the preferred hydrogen technology for bulk hauling and onboard storage in mobility applications.
The Chinese market has relied predominantly on Type III cylinder technology for storage of hydrogen onboard mobility applications. In June 2024, China officially implemented domestic production standards for Type IV cylinders, enabling localized manufacturing and sales, which will accelerate the commercialization of Type IV cylinder technology. CIMC-Hexagon is currently going through the process to achieve Chinese certification and to scale up production to meet the growing demand in China and Southeast Asia.
To address the rapidly growing market demand for Type IV cylinder technology, we are building robust production and service capabilities for China and Southeast Asia. The delivery of these hydrogen cylinders to Europe is a critical step to develop local certification in China as well as ramping up production capacity”.
– Li Hui, General Manager of CIMC-Hexagon
China is targeting global leadership in hydrogen technologies, creating attractive opportunities for both hydrogen distribution and mobility applications. We are looking forward to CIMC-Hexagon continuing to develop a competitive offering for China and Southeast Asia”.
– Xu Yongsheng, President of Hydrogen Business Center of CIMC Enric
China is an attractive market for Hexagon Purus, and we have a great partnership with CIMC Enric. We are very satisfied with reaching the milestone of ramping up cylinder production, an important step in the direction of getting necessary approvals in China”.
– Michael Kleschinski, EVP, Hydrogen Mobility and Infrastructure at Hexagon Purus
