Sarawak’s SEDC Energy (SEDCE) is set to export Malaysia’s first volumes of solid-state green hydrogen, marking a major milestone for the country’s clean energy ambitions. A pilot shipment will head to Singapore using metal hydride storage technology developed by Chinese firm Hydrexia Holding.

The move represents the first international shipment of green hydrogen molecules produced in Malaysia and highlights Sarawak’s strategy to build its role in Asia’s growing hydrogen value chain. “With the limited demand we have now, we decided to turn this issue into an opportunity to maximise the plant’s capability,” said SEDCE CEO Robert Hardin.

The hydrogen is produced at the Darul Hana H2 Plant in Kuching, which houses a 150 kg-per-day proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyser powered by grid electricity and water. While Sarawak’s domestic demand remains modest—currently limited to ten fuel-cell vehicles, including buses and Toyota Mirai sedans used by government officials—the adoption of solid-state storage enables the state to access export markets.

Once generated, the hydrogen is compressed and loaded into tube trailers before being absorbed into Hydrexia’s MHX magnesium hydride storage units. On arrival, the stored hydrogen is dehydrogenated for consumption. Hydrexia’s reusable MHX containers allow storage at ambient temperature and pressure, while offering higher volumetric density and greater safety compared to conventional storage and transport methods.

The export pilot signals Sarawak’s entry into the international hydrogen market and aligns with broader plans to scale up production and infrastructure. Beyond the Darul Hana facility, SEDCE is developing the larger Rembus Hydrogen Plant and is participating in mega-projects such as the Japan-led H2ornbill and South Korea’s H2biscus initiatives. These efforts reflect Sarawak’s ambition to position itself as a key hydrogen hub in Southeast Asia, leveraging its abundant renewable resources and strong regional partnerships.

By pioneering solid-state hydrogen exports, Malaysia is not only diversifying its clean energy portfolio but also positioning itself to play a central role in shaping future hydrogen trade flows in Asia.

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