Cell Impact and thyssenkrupp Forge Strategic Partnership for Hydrogen Solutions
On November 7, 2025, Cell Impact and thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering revealed their strategic cooperation aimed at enhancing the performance within the hydrogen market. This collaboration is designed to focus on joint marketing activities and the technical development of flow plates and manufacturing processes tailored for fuel cells and electrolyzers.
The cooperation is anchored in Cell Impact Forming™, a patented dry forming method that employs high kinetic energy to shape complex patterns from ultrathin metal. By precisely controlling the impact speed, this innovative technique achieves exceptional thickness uniformity and channel precision, making it particularly suitable for flow plates used in both fuel cells and electrolyzers.
thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering represents a division under the thyssenkrupp group, operating within the automotive sector. The company specializes in providing innovative and high-quality automation solutions primarily for battery assembly systems, particularly as the automotive industry leans toward electric mobility. With about 1,100 employees spread across ten countries and three continents, thyssenkrupp brings extensive experience in automation and industrialization to this partnership.
Daniel Vallin, CEO of Cell Impact, expressed optimism about the collaboration, stating, "They possess extensive automation experience and are the perfect partner for us. With Cell Impact Forming™, our unique and patented forming technology, we can advance our business by designing, marketing, and supplying high-performance and cost-effective flow plates to customers globally."
For years, Cell Impact has been working on forming technology and other process steps to pave the way for the industrial production of flow plates once market demand is affirmed. The company has successfully manufactured and delivered millions of flow plates to customers located in Asia, North America, and Europe. This strategic agreement follows a letter of intent signed by both entities in July 2025.
As a globally recognized supplier of flow plates for fuel cells and electrolyzers, Cell Impact has developed and patented a high-speed forming methodology that is significantly more scalable and efficient than traditional forming methods. This eco-friendly technology is characterized by low energy consumption and zero water usage. Additionally, Cell Impact's stock is listed on the Nasdaq First North Growth Market, with FNCA Sweden AB serving as its certified advisor.
In conclusion, this strategic alliance not only showcases a commitment to developing advanced hydrogen solutions but also indicates a significant step forward in the production efficiency and technological advancements within the fuel cell industry. As both companies undertake joint efforts in marketing and technology, the future of hydrogen solutions looks promising, contributing to a more sustainable energy landscape.