SEAM is inviting Irish SMEs, multinationals and research actors to join the new ZIM Innovation Network “H2-Konkret.”
Backed by Germany’s Zentrales Innovationsprogramm Mittelstand (ZIM), the network will stitch together an end-to-end value chain for green hydrogen—covering conversion & processing, storage, transport, distribution and real-world utilisation in industry, mobility and building services.
Why get involved?
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New markets & partners – collaborate with European plastics, engineering and energy specialists shaping next-generation H₂ products.
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Funded R&D – ZIM covers up to 55 % of eligible R&D costs for SMEs that develop joint demonstrators or pilot lines.
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First-mover advantage – position your company early in a sector projected to add €500 bn in value across Europe by 2030. ivam.de
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Cross-sector expertise – share knowledge on advanced materials, industrial CT and component testing through SEAM’s laboratories.
What the network needs
We’re looking for companies active (or keen to be active) in:
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Electrolysers, reformers and hydrogen harvesting
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Composite and polymer components for H₂ handling
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Cryogenic or compressed-gas storage systems
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Sensors, valves, seals and safety hardware
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Logistics, pipeline or refuelling infrastructure
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End-use technologies: fuel-cell devices, burners, HVAC, mobility platforms
How it works
- Register your interest with SEAM by 31 October 2025 (simple one-page Letter of Interest).
- SEAM collates Irish participants and liaises with the German network coordinator.
- Consortium workshops refine joint R&D concepts; project teams submit ZIM funding proposals from January 2026 onward.
- Successful projects run 12–24 months with shared milestones, IP and dissemination.
Next steps
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Read the official network brief on the H2-Konkret information page.
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Learn how ZIM finances international SME collaboration here.
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Email rraghavendra@wit.ie with the subject line “EOI – H2-Konkret” including:
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Company name & contact
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Core H₂ capability or challenge
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Indicative R&D idea (100 words max)
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SEAM will compile submissions, facilitate matchmaking with strategic partners and guide applicants through the ZIM proposal process.
Contact rraghavendra@wit.ie
