HYDGEN Inaugurates 20 MW Electrolyser Manufacturing Facility in Mangaluru, Unveils 250 kW AEM and PEM Electrolysers
Mangaluru: HYDGEN marked a significant milestone in India’s green hydrogen sector with the inauguration of its new electrolyser manufacturing facility at Ganjimutt, Mangaluru, which has an annual production capacity of 20 MW. The company also unveiled its 250 kW Anion Exchange Membrane (AEM) and Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolysers, designed, assembled and tested in Mangaluru to meet the growing demand for hydrogen production.
The facility was inaugurated, and the new electrolysers unveiled, by the chief guests, Captain Brijesh Chowta, Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha, and Dr. Y. Bharath Shetty, MLA, Mangaluru City North, during HYDGEN Innovation Day 2026, held at the company’s manufacturing facility in Ganjimutt.
The event was attended by Dr. Michael Gryseels, Co-founder and Chairman of HYDGEN; Mohammad Shoeb Ali, Founder and Managing Partner of Transition VC; Dr. Avishek Kumar, Founder and CEO of AAGM; Dr. Goutam Kumar Dalapati, Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of HYDGEN; Dr. Krishna Kumar, Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of HYDGEN; and Ramyasri DS, Corporate Director of HYDGEN, along with other team members, industry representatives and guests.
Addressing the gathering, Captain Brijesh Chowta highlighted the importance of the Back to Ooru initiative, which encourages professionals and entrepreneurs to return to their hometowns and contribute to regional development. He congratulated HYDGEN’s promoters, directors and team on establishing and expanding the company in Mangaluru. He expressed hope that its growth would create more local employment opportunities and contribute to the region’s economic development.
In his introductory address, Dr. Michael Gryseels thanked the HYDGEN team for their dedication and contribution to the company’s progress. He emphasised that the achievements showcased at Innovation Day reflected the team’s consistent efforts, much of which takes place behind the scenes.
Explaining the significance of the event, Dr. Gryseels said HYDGEN Innovation Day was intended to encourage open discussions, practical learning and new partnerships. He urged participants to ask questions, challenge assumptions and share their experiences, noting that their feedback would help the company improve its products and make more informed decisions.
Dr. Y. Bharath Shetty congratulated HYDGEN on establishing its manufacturing facility at Ganjimutt, which falls within his Mangaluru City North constituency. He welcomed the company’s investment in the region and wished the team success in its future endeavours.
Karnataka Health and Family Welfare Minister U. T. Khader conveyed his best wishes to the HYDGEN team through a message. Although he was unable to attend the event, he congratulated the company on the initiative and wished it continued success.
Mohammad Shoeb Ali, Founder and Managing Partner of Transition VC, congratulated the HYDGEN team on its hard work, dedication, and commitment to advancing the company. He appreciated its efforts to develop hydrogen technology and establish a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Mangaluru, wishing the company continued growth and success.
Dr. Avishek Kumar, Founder and CEO of AAGM, highlighted the significance of the new facility and its potential to strengthen hydrogen technology development and industrial manufacturing in India. He congratulated the HYDGEN team on the milestone and wished the company continued success.
Expanding Hydrogen Technology and Industrial Applications
HYDGEN has executed more than 20 projects across India, Singapore and Thailand over the past 12 months, recording sales exceeding USD 1 million, according to the company. The new Ganjimutt facility is intended to support the next phase of growth by enabling the production of larger systems, serving more customers and developing a local network of component suppliers. The company aims to serve customers in India and international markets.
The event programme included a tour of the manufacturing facility, allowing visitors to observe stack assembly, system integration, testing, and hydrogen quality checks conducted at the site.
Dr. Ashish Lele, Director of CSIR–National Chemical Laboratory, Pune, delivered the keynote address on advancing hydrogen technologies in India from laboratory research to commercial applications.
Expert talks and panel discussions explored the transition of membrane electrolysers from pilot-scale units to multi-megawatt plants, the growing economic viability of on-site hydrogen production for industrial users, and financing strategies to reduce hydrogen production costs.
The programme brought together policymakers, government officials, researchers, academics, investors and entrepreneurs from across India to discuss developments, opportunities and challenges in the hydrogen sector.
About HYDGEN
HYDGEN designs and manufactures modular PEM and AEM electrolyser systems that generate hydrogen on-site and on demand for industrial users. The company is headquartered at its manufacturing facility in Ganjimutt, Mangaluru, where research and development, membrane and catalyst development, stack manufacturing, system assembly, testing and quality checks are carried out in India.
HYDGEN develops solutions for manufacturers in sectors such as lab-grown diamonds, specialty chemicals, pharmaceuticals and semiconductors, where reliable supplies of high-purity hydrogen are essential. With projects delivered across India, Singapore and Thailand, the company aims to strengthen India’s capabilities in on-site industrial hydrogen generation and supply both domestic and international markets.
A significant share of HYDGEN’s electrolyser units has been supplied to diamond manufacturing companies in Surat, Gujarat, a major centre of India’s diamond industry. These installations reflect the growing adoption of on-site hydrogen generation in the lab-grown diamond sector, where a reliable supply of high-purity hydrogen is essential for manufacturing.
HYDGEN’s growing presence in this market highlights the potential of its domestically developed electrolyser technology to meet the specialised requirements of industrial customers across India.
