Toyota Kirloskar Motor and Ohmium Partner to Advance Green Hydrogen Solutions in India
Ohmium International, a prominent developer of Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) hydrogen technology, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited (TKM) to explore collaborative opportunities aimed at advancing hydrogen-based technologies in India. The signing ceremony, held at the Shangri-La Eros Hotel in New Delhi, was attended by senior government officials and key industry stakeholders, highlighting the national significance of this partnership.
The MoU sets the stage for Toyota and Ohmium to work together on integrating Toyota’s advanced PEM fuel cell modules with Ohmium’s cutting-edge PEM electrolyzers. The partnership aims to drive innovation in sustainable mobility and accelerate the adoption of green hydrogen solutions across various sectors, including transportation and industrial applications.
A High-Profile Launch with Government Backing
The ceremonial signing was attended by prominent figures from India’s central and regional governments. The chief guest, Shri Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, presided over the event. He was joined by Shri Shripad Yesso Naik, Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy, and Shri Manjinder Singh Sirsa, Minister for Environment, Industries, Food & Supplies, Forest and Wildlife for the Government of NCT of Delhi. Their presence underscored the government’s strong commitment to developing a hydrogen economy in India as part of its broader renewable energy and carbon reduction goals.
Toyota Kirloskar Motor was represented by Ms. Manasi Tata Kirloskar, Vice Chairperson, and Mr. Swapnesh R. Maru, Deputy Managing Director for Corporate Planning and the Green Field Project. Both executives expressed their enthusiasm for the collaboration and emphasized the potential impact of green hydrogen on India’s energy and transportation future.
Combining Global Fuel Cell Leadership with Modular Electrolyzer Innovation
The collaboration brings together two complementary strengths. Toyota, backed by its parent company Toyota Motor Corporation of Japan, is a global leader in hydrogen fuel cell vehicle (FCEV) technology, having developed and commercialized models such as the Mirai. Toyota’s fuel cell modules are known for their durability, efficiency, and suitability for a wide range of mobility and stationary applications.
Ohmium, meanwhile, contributes advanced PEM electrolyzers designed for flexibility, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. These systems are factory-assembled and tested, allowing for rapid and economical deployment. Ohmium’s hyper-modular design and high-efficiency power electronics enable streamlined integration with renewable energy sources, while its closed-loop cooling systems enhance performance and reliability.
Together, the companies aim to explore integration strategies that optimize hydrogen production, storage, and usage. The goal is to create complete, end-to-end solutions that support India’s decarbonization goals while building resilient hydrogen infrastructure.
Leadership Perspectives
Speaking at the event, Mr. Sudeep Dalvi, Chief Communication Officer, Senior Vice President, and Head of State Affairs at Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said:
“At Toyota, our vision for a sustainable future is grounded in innovation and meaningful collaboration. Today, we are excited to announce this joint initiative that marks a significant milestone in advancing green hydrogen technology in India. By combining Toyota’s globally renowned expertise in fuel cell systems and Ohmium’s cutting-edge PEM hydrogen technology, we aim to deliver scalable, efficient, and affordable solutions that accelerate India’s journey toward a carbon-neutral future. Through this collaboration, we reaffirm our commitment to providing clean energy solutions in support of India’s energy security and environmental sustainability goals.”
Echoing this sentiment, Ohmium CEO Arne Ballantine added:
“Toyota is known worldwide for their commitment and leadership in fuel cell and hydrogen technology. At Ohmium, we are very excited by the opportunity to work together on our joint mission of making green hydrogen-powered machines practical in the near and immediate term.”
Supporting India’s National Hydrogen Mission
India has set ambitious goals under its National Green Hydrogen Mission, including producing 5 million metric tonnes of green hydrogen per year by 2030 and establishing India as a global hub for hydrogen production, utilization, and export. Strategic partnerships such as the one between Toyota and Ohmium are crucial in turning these goals into reality.
Green hydrogen—produced using renewable electricity and water through electrolysis—is considered a key energy vector in achieving deep decarbonization across hard-to-abate sectors like steel, chemicals, shipping, and heavy-duty transport. It also supports grid balancing and energy storage solutions that can make renewable power more dispatchable.
By focusing on PEM technologies—which operate efficiently even under dynamic conditions and offer fast response times—Toyota and Ohmium are positioning themselves at the forefront of this transformative energy movement. Their solutions could pave the way for cleaner fuel alternatives in public transportation, long-haul trucking, industrial heating, and distributed power generation.
Ohmium’s Global Presence and India’s Manufacturing Edge
Although headquartered in the United States, Ohmium has strong roots in India. The company operates manufacturing facilities in the country and maintains a global green hydrogen project pipeline that spans industries including oil refineries, fertilizers, transportation, ammonia and methanol production, and more.
India’s advanced manufacturing ecosystem, low-cost renewable power, and growing policy support for hydrogen projects make it an ideal location for scaling up electrolyzer production and hydrogen deployment. Ohmium’s decision to manufacture in India further aligns with the country’s Make in India initiative and supports domestic value chain development.
The collaboration between Toyota and Ohmium signifies more than just a business partnership—it represents a confluence of shared values, technological leadership, and national priorities. As India ramps up its efforts to decarbonize and reduce reliance on fossil fuels, strategic alliances like this one will be instrumental in shaping the country’s hydrogen economy.
In the months ahead, Toyota and Ohmium are expected to identify pilot projects and demonstration sites to test the integration of their technologies. These may include fuel cell-powered commercial vehicles, hydrogen refueling stations, or hybrid renewable-hydrogen microgrids.
By fostering public-private partnerships, enabling technology localization, and demonstrating the real-world viability of hydrogen systems, this initiative could serve as a model for other companies looking to enter the Indian green hydrogen space.
