INOCEL DEVELOPMENT

INOCEL is an innovative French company specializing in the design and development of high-power hydrogen fuel cell systems. Its expertise includes the development of fuel cell technologies and their integration into complete systems, the commercialization of hydrogen powered generators, as well as the end-to-end deployment of turnkey energy solutions. INOCEL also supports its customers with predictive maintenance, and advanced monitoring and control services.
INOCEL’s goal is to reshape the energy landscape by making hydrogen fuel cell technologies efficient, therefore supporting industries in their transition towards cleaner energy sources. Thanks to a cutting-edge technology, the company intends to make hydrogen energy more accessible and widely used, especially in areas where alternatives are insufficient:
1) Stationary electricity generation, to phase out diesel for temporary power needs (mobile gensets) and allow for the electrification of intensive industries/uses (complex energy infrastructures), as well as providing reliable clean power in areas not connected to grid networks thanks to long-duration electricity storage;
2) Cutting-edge powertrain systems for heavy-duty transportation : ground mobility (on-road and off-road), and marine propulsion.

INOCEL is set on three strategic sites in France: a research & development center in Grenoble, a hub of innovation and technology; a Factory in Belfort, an important location in the hydrogen industry; and the Advanced Technology department, located near Cannes, which focuses on technology demonstrators as well as low-volume designs for mobility.

Products and Services

1)High-Power Fuel Cell
Reflecting INOCEL’s commitment to innovation, our fuel cell is built on 25 years of dedicated research and development efforts by the CEA, France’s top energy research institute. Modular and scalable, the technology incorporates cutting-edge innovations protected by 15 patents, that continuously drive the evolution of our product. These innovations encompass both hardware and software, providing us with precise levels of control over our fuel cell’s performances, efficiency, and durability.
At the heart of our fuel cell lies the versatile and high-performance Z300 stack, delivering over 300 kW with exceptional power density and rapid transient response, which significantly reduces the need for large auxiliary batteries.
INOCEL masters the entire value chain of the fuel cell system, from the bipolar plate to the auxiliary components, which enables better product quality, availability, and cost control. Our product consists of key technological components, allowing us to precisely control the electrochemical reaction within the fuel cell, thereby optimizing its reliability and overall performance, positioning our technology at the forefront of the industry.
https://inocel.com/product/

2)Hydrogen-powered generators
INOCEL has expanded its product range by developing and industrializing hydrogen power generators, ranging from 300 kVA to several MWs. Providing a clean, reliable and efficient source of electricity, stationary fuel cells are key to fulfill the energy needs of remote locations, high-demand, power disruptions or outages, and can help strengthen grid resiliency. Ultimately, they represent a strongly credible solution to phase-out diesel: with higher energy efficiency, low maintenance, no noise and vibrations compared to fossil-fueled generators, fuel cells are more cost-effective in the long run. Furthermore, they are the best technology for reliable long-duration and high-volume electricity storage, providing a strong solution to the challenges brought by the expansion of renewables and the massive electrification of end-uses, both necessary to meet decarbonization targets.
INOCEL’s hydrogen generators are containerized and fully integrated systems which combine gaseous hydrogen storage, high-power INOCEL Z300-S fuel cell systems, and auxiliary components. Developed with highly experienced industrial partners, they feature several key performances :
-Efficiency and durability
-High compactness
-Market-leading reactivity
-Uninterrupted service
https://inocel.com/stationary-power-generation/

3)Cutting-edge powertrains

INOCEL’s fuel cells unlock a new topology for heavy-duty engines, providing a path to sustainable intensive mobility – whether for on-road, off-road, maritime, leisure and sports applications. INOCEL’s scope of expertise encompasses both the stack as well as the full system design, which ultimately optimizes the end-use integration.
Over the years, INOCEL has also optimized the integration of the power electronics, including e-motors, to develop an architecture reflecting the fuel cell’s unique attributes. Both at the powertrain and vehicle level, this approach allows for breakthroughs with regards to power density and performance.
Overall, INOCEL’s powertrains feature market-leading performances:
-A 250kW module which can be stacked up to 1MW power systems;
-A patented architecture virtually eliminating the need for power batteries (usually used in conventional systems), therefore representing a true alternative to combustion engines;
-High power per unit allowing for a light and compact system, maximizing the load capacity and energy management at vehicle level, thus resulting in a greater operation revenue ;
-A higher operating temperature (running about 10° over other low-temperature PEMs), facilitating integration.

Product/Powertrain

Contact information

Nadine AUBINAIS LANFREY – Business Developer Europe [email protected] Jessica HORN – Business Developer UK [email protected] Anaëlle DESCHAMPS – Business Developer UK [email protected] Maxime Pelissier – Head of Strategic Partnerships & Innovation [email protected]

Lee Juby

Lee is an independent hydrogen and clean energy consultant and founder of Verray Consulting. He has worked in hydrogen, fuel cells and clean energy for more than 30 years, with experience spanning technology development, commercialisation, hydrogen infrastructure and business leadership.

Most recently, Lee was CEO of Fuel Cell Systems Ltd, where he led the business across its fuel cell and hydrogen refuelling activities. Prior to this, he spent eight years with UK fuel cell manufacturer Intelligent Energy, completing his time there as Chief Sales Officer. He led the global commercial team and supported the commercialisation of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies across automotive, power generation and aviation markets.

Lee’s involvement with hydrogen dates back to 1995, including early work supporting field trials of solid oxide fuel cell combined heat and power systems. Since then, his career has combined engineering, commercial leadership and the practical deployment of emerging clean energy technologies.

Through Verray Consulting, Lee now works independently with organisations across the hydrogen value chain, providing technical, commercial and strategic support.