About
Founded in 1928, Poppe Potthoff is a private headquartered in Werther, Germany specializing in Hydrogen.
Poppe Potthoff GmbH, established in 1928, is a Tier 1 automotive supplier and precision metalworking company headquartered in Werther, Germany. The company develops and manufactures hydrogen supply system components and solutions for zero-emission mobility and industrial applications. Their product portfolio includes H2 distribution rails (H2 RAILS), high-pressure regulation units (PP-HIGH PRESSURE REGULATION UNIT, HPRU), thermal pressure relief devices, on-tank valves, and specialized high-pressure tubes. They offer modular TOPAQ hydrogen supply systems designed for safe and efficient hydrogen transfer from storage tanks to fuel cells and hydrogen combustion engines. The company has developed PPH2, a proprietary material approved for hydrogen applications under EU Regulation No. 79/2009. Poppe Potthoff emphasizes in-house testing capabilities, agile development processes, and customer-centric engineering. Recognized as a TOP 100 innovator in 2023 and 2025, they serve global OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers across automotive, heavy duty, mechanical engineering, marine, and aerospace sectors.
Headquarters
Werther, Germany
Founded
1928
Company Type
Private
Business Models
Value Chain
Products
H2 RAILS
PP-HIGH PRESSURE REGULATION UNIT (HPRU)
TOPAQ Hydrogen Supply System
H2 PIPES
On Tank Valve 019391-A
Thermal Pressure Relief Device (TPRD)
Certifications & Awards
Certifications
EU 406/2010
ADR
IATF 16949
DIN EN 17339
EU Regulation No. 79/2009
Awards
TOP 100 Innovator
TOP 100 Innovator