MB Energy strengthens Japan-Germany Hydrogen Cooperation during Kobe visit
MB Energy participated in an official German delegation visit to Kobe, Japan, last week, reinforcing growing cooperation between Germany and Japan on the development of an international hydrogen supply chain.
The delegation was led by German Federal Minister of Transport Patrick Schnieder and included representatives from several industry stakeholders engaged in advancing hydrogen infrastructure and clean energy partnerships.
The visit formed part of the ongoing collaboration under the Joint Development Agreement (JDA) between MB Energy, Daimler Truck AG and Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. The three partners are working together to establish a liquefied hydrogen supply chain linking Japan and Europe through the Port of Hamburg, one of Europe’s key energy hubs.
During meetings in Kawasaki, representatives from Kawasaki Heavy Industries presented the company’s long-term hydrogen strategy, outlining future growth plans and opportunities for market expansion across Europe. Discussions also focused on strengthening cooperation between the project partners and accelerating the development of hydrogen transport and infrastructure solutions.
MB Energy was represented by Philipp Kroepels, director of New Energy, who joined discussions alongside representatives from Daimler Truck and Kawasaki Heavy Industries.
As part of the programme, the delegation also visited Hy touch Kobe, a liquefied hydrogen cargo handling demonstration facility. The site visit provided participants with a closer look at the operational framework and technical capabilities of liquefied hydrogen handling and transportation technologies.
The engagement highlights the continued strengthening of Japan-Germany cooperation in the hydrogen sector as both countries work to advance large-scale international hydrogen supply chains and support the global energy transition.
The collaboration between MB Energy, Daimler Truck and Kawasaki Heavy Industries is expected to play an important role in supporting Europe’s future hydrogen import infrastructure while expanding opportunities for international clean energy trade.
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