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That is why Hynetwork is working to develop this infrastructure, starting with industrial clusters. Why start there? Because of the way industrial clusters are structured and the role they play in the energy system.

In the online session of the 22nd of April 2022 we informed the market about the current status of the design of the contracts, the political frameworks and the consultation process. The consultation closed on 17 May 2022 and feedback is currently being processed. We would like to thank you for participating in the consultation and providing feedback on the contracts.

A decision on the Delta Rhine Corridor was taken recently and provided clarity about a target completion date for this important east-west connection for the hydrogen network. We must act swiftly to provide sufficient opportunities for industry in the Netherlands and abroad to become more sustainable. Certainty about the schedule and availability of the hydrogen network is important here. We are pleased that we can now proceed with project development for the hydrogen network in the Netherlands and offer the market more clarity about our schedule. Until 31 January 2025, we will be accepting comments about the new proposal to change the roll-out plan.

Hydrogen Network Netherlands is not a temporary installation. Once the pipelines are in place, they will stay there for a long time. That is why the local environment is very important to us. After all, we are well aware that we are guests on and in someone else’s land. We want to enjoy a friendly relationship with you and your neighbours in the area where we want to lay the hydrogen network. We also think it is important that you be able to share your ideas at the various steps in the Project Procedure.

During the webinar on the 22nd of April 2022, we invited you all to ask questions. We received over one hundred questions and we would like to thank everyone for submitting their questions. We have reviewed all questions and categorized the questions and answers as follows for your convenience.

Hydrogen Network North Sea Canal Area has reached an important milestone: the completion of the detailed design for the new hydrogen pipeline and the conversion of the natural gas pipeline. This is a significant step in the journey from idea to implementation. We spoke with Herbert Stoffers, lead engineer at Hynetwork, and Peter Kreuk, technical project manager at REARC*. Together, they discuss the intensive design process, clever choices of construction techniques, and the challenges of working in a busy area (partly underground).