Development and production of conformable hydrogen storage for future hydrogen-powered aircraft

Purpose and goal

The project aims to develop an advanced hydrogen tank for integration into aircraft within the Airbus ZEROe program, to promote fossil-free flying and contribute to the aviation industry´s climate neutrality goals by 2050. A prototype will be produced and tested around 2026/2027 to verify its function and safety, as well as to explore the potential for broader commercial use. The project´s success would mark an important step towards sustainable air transport and strengthen technical innovation in environmentally friendly flying.

Expected effects and result

The project aims to develop an innovative hydrogen tank for aircraft, to enable fossil-free flying and support climate-neutral goals by 2050. Its integration into the Airbus ZEROe program is expected to enhance sustainability in aviation and strengthen Sweden´s leadership in technical innovation for a green transition. The results from the prototype tests will be crucial for evaluating hydrogen as an alternative aviation fuel for future commercial use, which could revolutionize the aviation industry.

Planned approach and implementation

The project follows a detailed process starting with the design of an adaptable tank, followed by prototype manufacturing. The prototype then undergoes rigorous testing to ensure both safety and performance. After testing, the tank is integrated into an Airbus ZEROe demonstrator for practical field tests. Following successful field tests, a comprehensive evaluation and optimization based on collected data are conducted to prepare the technology for commercial use and meet future needs within the aviation industry.