Harwich, UK – September 19, 2024 – Rux Energy, an innovator in hydrogen storage solutions based in Sydney, Australia, is excited to announce the opening of its first UK office in Harwich, Essex. This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone in Rux Energy’s mission. As Rux’s first office outside of Australia, this new facility will advance sustainable energy solutions and support the global transition to a hydrogen economy.
The engineering office will serve as a hub for Rux Energy’s operations in the UK and Europe, facilitating closer collaboration with key partners and stakeholders in the region as well as assisting in the delivery of two Innovate UK funded innovation programmes of which Rux are consortium members. The office will also play a crucial role in the development and deployment of Rux Energy’s revolutionary patented nanoporous materials, which are designed to enable efficient, safe, and low-cost hydrogen storage.
“We are thrilled to establish our European presence in Harwich, a location that aligns perfectly with our strategic goals and commitment to sustainability,” said Dr Jehan Kanga, Founder and CEO of Rux Energy. “This new office will allow us to better serve our customers and partners, and help accelerate the adoption of hydrogen as a clean energy source.”
The Harwich office is situated at the centre of Freeport East, one of the UK’s new freeports which has a green hydrogen hub as its heart to supports the UK’s decarbonisation ambitions. This proximity will enable Rux Energy to contribute to local economic growth and job creation, while also advancing the development of green hydrogen technologies.
Rux Energy’s expansion into Harwich is supported by strong partnerships and strategic support from Freeport East as well as the Universities of Suffolk and Cranfield having signed MOU’s with all three organisations. The company is committed to creating a positive environmental impact and achieving significant milestones by 2027.
Steve Beel, Chief Executive, Freeport East said: “Since signing our MoU with Rux Energy earlier this year, we’re delighted to have been able to support them to establish themselves in the UK, including securing new funding to deliver their ground-breaking hydrogen storage technology in collaboration with a range of UK partners. Freeport East is rapidly establishing itself as a go-to location for those innovating in green hydrogen and we are confident that with Rux opening their new office in Harwich, it will further help us to build a cluster of progressive clean energy and maritime businesses in the local area.”
David Camerlengo, Senior Trade & Investment Commissioner, Austrade said: “Austrade has been supporting Rux Energy with their international goals for 18 months and so we are delighted to see their ongoing development in UK now manifest itself into a tangible UK presence. Their storage solution is eye-catching for the Hydrogen sector and, as a torchbearer for other Australian Hydrogen innovators, we look forward to supporting their continued growth here in UK.”
Councillor Ivan Henderson, Tendring District Council (TDC) Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Economic Growth, Regeneration and Tourism, said: “I’m thrilled that Rux Energy has decided to make Harwich the home of its operations in the UK and Europe. Our ambition is to make Harwich and Bathside Bay a national leader in the green energy revolution, so we warmly welcome this innovative international enterprise to help us realise that goal.
“The Council is a member of the board of Freeport East, which has been providing support to Rux Energy to expand into Harwich. Residents will be pleased to see the promised benefits of freeport status becoming a reality with the creation of jobs and a boost to the local economy.”
For more information about Rux Energy and its innovative hydrogen storage solutions, please visit www.ruxenergy.com.