Port Kembla Innovator Hysata Secures Landmark Global Hydrogen Export Deal
By Neha Maurya · Published 19 Jun 2026 · Updated 19 Jun 2026
Wollongong, NSW · New South Wales News
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Port Kembla-based clean-energy firm Hysata has reached a significant milestone, securing its first megawatt-scale commercial order from an international heavy-industry client.
Port Kembla hydrogen technology company Hysata has achieved a major commercial breakthrough after securing its first megawatt-scale international export order, a deal being hailed as a significant step forward for Australian-made clean-energy technology.
The agreement represents the first large-scale commercial sale of Hysata's advanced electrolyser technology and is expected to accelerate the company's expansion into global markets. Industry observers say the order validates years of research and development that began in the Illawarra and demonstrates growing international confidence in Australian hydrogen innovation.
Hysata specialises in manufacturing high-efficiency electrolysers, which use electricity to split water into hydrogen and oxygen. The technology is designed to produce green hydrogen more efficiently than conventional systems, helping reduce production costs and making hydrogen a more viable alternative fuel for heavy industry. The company says its technology achieves industry-leading efficiency levels, attracting attention from global energy and industrial firms.
The export deal is particularly significant because green hydrogen is increasingly viewed as a key solution for decarbonising sectors that are difficult to electrify, including steelmaking, chemicals, fertiliser production, shipping and heavy transport. Governments and businesses worldwide are investing billions of dollars into hydrogen projects as they work towards net-zero emissions targets.
Founded in the Illawarra, Hysata has grown rapidly in recent years. The company opened its global headquarters and manufacturing facility in Port Kembla in 2023, supported by government investment and private-sector funding aimed at accelerating commercialisation of its technology. The facility was established to scale production and support increasing international demand.
The success of the export agreement is also a boost for the broader Illawarra economy. Port Kembla has emerged as one of Australia's leading clean-energy and hydrogen hubs, with significant investment flowing into renewable energy, advanced manufacturing and industrial decarbonisation projects. Business leaders say developments such as Hysata's export deal help position the region as a global centre for hydrogen innovation.
The company's growth comes amid increasing momentum for Australia's hydrogen industry. Federal and state governments have identified renewable hydrogen as a strategic export opportunity capable of generating jobs, attracting investment and supporting the transition to a lower-emissions economy. Hysata's achievement is being viewed as an example of how Australian-developed technology can compete internationally in emerging clean-energy markets.
For Hysata, the first commercial megawatt-scale order represents more than a business milestone. It provides proof that technology developed in the Illawarra can succeed on the world stage and could pave the way for additional export opportunities as global demand for hydrogen infrastructure continues to expand.
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Port Kembla hydrogen technology company Hysata has achieved a major commercial breakthrough after securing its first megawatt-scale international export order, a deal being hailed as a significant step forward for Australian-made clean-energy technology.
The agreement represents the first large-scale commercial sale of Hysata's advanced electrolyser technology and is expected to accelerate the company's expansion into global markets. Industry observers say the order validates years of research and development that began in the Illawarra and demonstrates growing international confidence in Australian hydrogen innovation.
Hysata specialises in manufacturing high-efficiency electrolysers, which use electricity to split water into hydrogen and oxygen. The technology is designed to produce green hydrogen more efficiently than conventional systems, helping reduce production costs and making hydrogen a more viable alternative fuel for heavy industry. The company says its technology achieves industry-leading efficiency levels, attracting attention from global energy and industrial firms.
The export deal is particularly significant because green hydrogen is increasingly viewed as a key solution for decarbonising sectors that are difficult to electrify, including steelmaking, chemicals, fertiliser production, shipping and heavy transport. Governments and businesses worldwide are investing billions of dollars into hydrogen projects as they work towards net-zero emissions targets.
Founded in the Illawarra, Hysata has grown rapidly in recent years. The company opened its global headquarters and manufacturing facility in Port Kembla in 2023, supported by government investment and private-sector funding aimed at accelerating commercialisation of its technology. The facility was established to scale production and support increasing international demand.
The success of the export agreement is also a boost for the broader Illawarra economy. Port Kembla has emerged as one of Australia's leading clean-energy and hydrogen hubs, with significant investment flowing into renewable energy, advanced manufacturing and industrial decarbonisation projects. Business leaders say developments such as Hysata's export deal help position the region as a global centre for hydrogen innovation.
The company's growth comes amid increasing momentum for Australia's hydrogen industry. Federal and state governments have identified renewable hydrogen as a strategic export opportunity capable of generating jobs, attracting investment and supporting the transition to a lower-emissions economy. Hysata's achievement is being viewed as an example of how Australian-developed technology can compete internationally in emerging clean-energy markets.
For Hysata, the first commercial megawatt-scale order represents more than a business milestone. It provides proof that technology developed in the Illawarra can succeed on the world stage and could pave the way for additional export opportunities as global demand for hydrogen infrastructure continues to expand.
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