About
Founded in 2004, Quest One is a private company headquartered in Augsburg, Germany specializing in Hydrogen.
Quest One develops modular PEM electrolyzer technology for scalable green hydrogen production. The company designs systems ranging from 1 MW compact units (ME450) to multi-100 MW industrial platforms (MHP Modular Hydrogen Platform) for applications including industrial decarbonization, e-fuels production, ammonia synthesis, steel manufacturing, and hydrogen mobility infrastructure. Quest One provides end-to-end lifecycle support including engineering, system integration, commissioning, and long-term operation and maintenance services. The company operates production facilities in Hamburg and Augsburg, Germany, with a Gigahub featuring automated stack production and up to 50 test stands. Founded in 2004 as H-TEC Systems and rebranded to Quest One, the company aims to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions by 1% through reliable, scalable hydrogen solutions built for industrial-grade performance.
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Locations
Headquarters
Alois-Senefelder-Allee 1, 86153, Augsburg, Germany
Operating locations (2)
- Victoriaring 23, Hamburg, Germany
- Twinwood Pkwy 1758, Houston, Texas, United States
Projects
1RVK Mechernich Hydrogen Mobility Project
Hydrogen mobility infrastructure for public transport using PEM electrolyzers
Credentials & affiliations
Certifications
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
ISO 27001
Partnerships
Everllence, Volkswagen Group
People
Management & team
Michael Meister
CEO and Spokesman of the Management Board
Dr. Nima Pegemanyfar
Chief Sales Officer (CSO)
Dr. Jonas Wahl
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Alexandre Ménage
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Claudio Bravo Granadino
Executive Vice President Operations
Carina Jobke
Executive Vice President People and Culture
Frequently asked questions
published by the companyWhat types of vehicles can be fueled by hydrogen produced by Quest One electrolyzers?
Fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) including buses, trucks, trains, forklifts, and passenger cars can all be fueled using hydrogen generated on-site by PEM electrolyzers.
Can we produce hydrogen on-site at a refueling station rather than transporting it?
Yes. On-site PEM electrolysis is often the most cost-effective and logistically simple model for hydrogen refueling stations, eliminating transport and storage supply chain complexity.
What pressure output do Quest One electrolyzers deliver for refueling applications?
Our systems deliver hydrogen at 30 bar pressure which is compatible with standard refuelling station compression and dispenser equipment, supporting both 350 and 700 bar vehicle tank filling.
How does on-site hydrogen production compare to hydrogen delivery by trailer in terms of cost?
At sufficient utilization rates, on-site production generally reaches cost parity or better versus delivered hydrogen, while also eliminating supply chain dependencies and price volatility.
Can Quest One electrolyzers operate dynamically to match peak refueling demand?
Yes. PEM technology is well-suited to dynamic and intermittent operation, allowing the system to ramp up during high-demand periods and store hydrogen for peak dispensing.
What certifications does Quest One hydrogen systems hold for mobility applications?
Our systems comply with all relevant EU directives and international standards applicable to hydrogen equipment in transport and refueling.
Why are e-fuels considered essential for hard-to-abate sectors?
Sectors like aviation, shipping, and heavy chemicals cannot easily electrify. E-fuels provide a drop-in or near-drop-in replacement for fossil fuels, leveraging existing storage, distribution, and end-use infrastructure while delivering deep decarbonization.
Can Quest One electrolyzers be coupled with methane, methanol reactors or ammonia synthesis units?
Yes. Our systems are designed to integrate with downstream synthesis processes, providing the steady or load-following hydrogen supply required by methanol, Fischer-Tropsch, and other PtX synthesis platforms.
What is the role of RFNBO certification for e-fuels in the EU market?
Under RED III, e-fuels must meet RFNBO additionality, temporal, and geographic correlation rules to be counted toward renewable energy targets. Quest One supports customers in designing project configurations and documentation that meet these requirements.
How does dynamic operation of the electrolyzer affect downstream e-fuel synthesis?
Synthesis processes generally prefer stable hydrogen input while some advanced systems are also dynamic. Quest One systems can be operated in load-following mode with intermediate hydrogen buffering, balancing renewable input variability with downstream process stability.
What EU funding is available specifically for e-fuel and PtX projects?
The EU Innovation Fund, Hydrogen Bank auctions, and national PtX support programs provide significant co-funding for e-fuel projects. Quest One can support applications with technical specifications, system performance data, and integration documentation.
How can green hydrogen help decarbonize our industrial facility?
Green hydrogen produced by PEM electrolyzers replaces fossil-fuel-derived hydrogen (grey/blue) in processes like ammonia synthesis, steel production, and chemical manufacturing cutting emissions at the source.
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