MINISTRY OF DEFENCE · Awarded contract
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R&D of Wastewater-to-Hydrogen Fuel Technology for UK Ministry of Defence

Awarded 30 Sep 2024

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Awarded30 Sep 2024
Value£1,640,538.00
RegionWest Midlands
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 1mo ago1y 12mo term
Awarded 30 Sept 2024Expired 29 Sept 2026

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE awarded a contract to Wastewater Fuels Limited for further research and development of new and innovative technology that allows production of hydrogen for use as fuel from wastewater.

The contract, valued at £1,640,538, covers development from the current Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 6 to TRL 7.

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