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Airbus and MTU Aero Engines announce hydrogen fuel-cell engine joint venture
Airbus and MTU Aero Engines announced joint venture starting 2027 to develop, test, and certify hydrogen fuel-cell engines. Partnership combines Airbus aircraft integration and hydrogen expertise with MTU's fuel-cell and certification knowledge.
- JV launches 2027 to accelerate fuel-cell engine development and certification.
- Combines Airbus aircraft integration and hydrogen with MTU fuel-cell and engine-certification expertise.
- Targets bringing hydrogen propulsion from research into industrialized systems.
- Builds on MOU signed at Paris Air Show June 2025.