Electrolyser manufacturer thyssenkrupp nucera has strengthened its cyber security with ISO 27001 certification, eyeing increased demand in Europe.

The company said Thursday the certificate was issued by TÜV Rheiland for its information security management system. It verifies that thyssenkrupp nucera complies with internationally recognised security standards and protects sensitive data.

Previously, it had received an ISO 22734 certificate for its 20-megawatt alkaline water electrolysis module. That means the company complies with international standards for the design, manufacture and testing of its alkaline electrolysis tech, minimising risks for hydrogen producers.

The European Union is tightening requirements in its renewable hydrogen auctions, Kallanish notes. Project developers must submit a cyber security plan and equipment must comply with product security according to ISO 22734.

“Receiving the ISO 27001 certificate shows once again that we consistently protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of our customers’ and partners’ sensitive data and are continuously working to improve our security measures,” says Werner Ponikwar, ceo of thyssenkrupp nucera. “With the receipt of these two certificates, thyssenkrupp nucera positions itself as an ideal technology partner for investment projects – particularly those submitted for public funding.”

This week, the European Commission opened the second auction for renewable hydrogen projects with a budget of €1.2 billion ($1.26 billion). Of that, €200 million will be exclusively allocated for projects targeting the maritime sector demand. Another

Bidders have until 20 February 2025 to apply via the EU Funding and Tenders portal. Grant agreements will be signed within nine months after the call closure. Selected projects will receive a fixed premium in €/kg of renewable hydrogen produced, over a maximum of ten years of operation.

The funds are meant to bridge the gap between production costs and the price that offtakers’ are ready to pay for renewable hydrogen.