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Russian fuel cell industry offers 'immediate opportunities' 8th July 2010

There are considerable opportunities available for stack and systems manufacturers in the Russian fuel cell industry, according to a new study.

Fuel Cell Today has launched its Survey of Russia 2010 report, which was designed to take a closer look at the possibility of advancing the technology in the country.

The findings suggest that Russia can boast an unrivalled energy and natural resources base, solid R&D expertise, an emerging component manufacturing sector and several distinct end-use application niches.

In addition, study author Dr Jonathan Butler noted that there are not many fuel cell companies in Russia and that the government has been reluctant to invest in the industry.

"There are immediate opportunities for fuel cells in a wide variety of applications in Russia, from control systems and cathode protection for natural gas pipelines, uninterruptible power for mining operations or combined heat and power for residential buildings," he told Fuel Cell Today.

"The gaps in the supply chain mean that there is potential for Russian and non-Russian companies to enter the supply chain as component, stack or system manufacturers."

Russia is widely regarded as one of the world's most rapidly emerging economies, alongside Brazil, India and China.

Source: Fuel Cell Today report identifies opportunities in Russian fuel cell industry