India is set to invest significantly in the hydrogen industry over the next decade, and PDC Machines and Kirloskar Pneumatic Company Limited (KPCL) have partnered to provide hydrogen compression solutions in the country. This collaboration will see PDC offering its diaphragm compressors for various industries and applications, with a focus on hydrogen refueling.
With this agreement, PDC gains a dedicated partner in KPCL to support the local Indian hydrogen market and expand its presence in Asia by leveraging KPCL’s existing customer base. KPCL, in turn, will enhance its product portfolio by offering PDC diaphragm compression technology and access to PDC’s aftermarket services for expert support both remotely and in the field. The companies will work together to support industrial and specialty gas applications in the region.
Kareem Afzal, Executive Chairman for PDC Machines, highlighted how this collaboration will empower both companies to contribute towards India’s hydrogen ambitions at a crucial period for the emerging industry. India has already outlined plans to implement pilot projects using green hydrogen in the shipping and steel sectors, indicating a growing focus on sustainable fuel sources in the country. According to the India Hydrogen Alliance (IH2A), the country’s hydrogen equipment market is projected to reach $45-50 billion by 2050. The Alliance predicts a split in the addressable market, with 34% for electrolyser stacks, 62% for balance of plant equipment, and 4% for specialist engineering services. This growth trajectory underscores the potential for hydrogen technologies to play a key role in India’s future energy landscape.