{"id":154029,"date":"2026-01-29T18:20:37","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T09:20:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/askinno.com\/global\/?p=154029"},"modified":"2026-01-30T16:05:14","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T07:05:14","slug":"incheon-international-aiport-sets-global-precedent-with-worlds-first-liquefied-hydrogen-mobility-hub","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/askinno.com\/global\/archives\/154029","title":{"rendered":"Incheon International Airport Sets Global Precedent with World\u2019s First Liquefied Hydrogen Mobility Hub"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\u25a0 Essential infrastructure for hydrogen-powered buses and commercial vehicles, strengthening public-private cooperation for the hydrogen economy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25a0 Capable of charging up to 240 large hydrogen buses per day\u2014optimized for long-distance routes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25a0 Stable supply ensured by linking with Incheon\u2019s liquefied hydrogen production plant, with a daily production capacity of 90 tons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Incheon International Airport has become the world\u2019s first airport to house a comprehensive Hydrogen Mobility Hub, including a liquefied hydrogen refueling station. Developed through a public-private partnership, this innovative facility is a key driver in converting airport buses and commercial vehicles to hydrogen, acting as a strategic steppingstone for expanding Korea\u2019s hydrogen economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hyverse, an SK Innovation E&S subsidiary, held a commemorative ceremony on January 29 (Korea local time) to celebrate the completion of the Incheon Airport Hydrogen Mobility Hub in Unseo-dong, Incheon. The opening ceremony was attended by key representatives from Incheon City, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, Incheon International Airport Corporation, Korea Gas Technology Corporation, and SK Innovation E&S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The project involved a total investment of KRW 14.3 billion, funded by KRW 7 billion from the Korean Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, KRW 3 billion from Incheon City, and KRW 4.3 billion from Hyverse. Hyverse currently operates 21 liquefied hydrogen refueling stations across Korea. The event marked the start of a new era for airport transportation, focusing on the transition to hydrogen-powered mobility and exploring ways to expand hydrogen adoption through collaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Hydrogen Mobility Hub is located within the parking area of Terminal 2 at Incheon Airport, covering 2,771 square meters. Its liquefied hydrogen refueling station can charge up to 320 kg per hour, supporting up to 240 large hydrogen buses per day\u2014ideal for long-distance airport routes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The new hub was designed to meet the unique needs of airport transportation, where shuttle and limousine buses connect travelers nationwide. According to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, approximately 172,000 vehicles travel to and from Incheon Airport daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The average daily mileage of airport buses is 548 kilometers, more than twice that of city buses (229 kilometers), making the transition to hydrogen buses particularly effective in reducing carbon emissions. A single hydrogen bus can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 56 tons per year, which is equivalent to planting approximately 8,000 mature pine trees. In addition, hydrogen buses can be fully refueled in under 30 minutes\u2014significantly faster than electric buses\u2014and offer a driving range of over 600 kilometers. These features make hydrogen buses especially suitable for airport routes that require long-distance operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Korea\u2019s main gateway, Incheon Airport\u2019s transition to hydrogen buses presents a positive and eco-friendly first impression to international travelers. More than half of the airport\u2019s 68 shuttle buses\u201436 units\u2014are already hydrogen-powered, with further deployments planned this year. Limousine buses serving Seoul and Gyeonggi Province are also preparing to adopt hydrogen technology following the hub\u2019s opening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hydrogen mobility hub is linked to the liquefied hydrogen production plant in Seo-gu, Incheon, ensuring a stable supply. IGE, another SK Innovation E&S subsidiary, completed its liquefied hydrogen plant in May 2024, establishing a robust system for production, supply, and transportation. With a daily production capacity of 90 tons, or about 30,000 tons annually, it is the largest facility of its kind globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe Incheon Airport Hydrogen Mobility Hub will serve as a reliable fueling center for hydrogen buses nationwide,\u201d said Jeon Youngjun, Head of New Energy Business at SK Innovation E&S. \u201cBy connecting with the Incheon Liquefied Hydrogen Plant, we are dedicated to providing a competitive and stable hydrogen supply infrastructure.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Liquefied hydrogen is produced by cooling gaseous hydrogen to -253\u00b0C, similar to the process for liquefied natural gas (LNG). This reduces its volume by about 1\/800 compared to gaseous hydrogen, making it highly efficient for large-scale storage and transportation. While gaseous hydrogen can be transported in 200\u2013400 kg loads, liquefied hydrogen allows for transport of up to 3,000 kg at a time. Additionally, liquefied hydrogen can be stored and transported at near-atmospheric pressure, minimizing explosion risks compared to high-pressure gaseous hydrogen.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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(Photo 1) <\/strong>Executives and officials from SK Innovation E&S, Incheon Metropolitan City, Incheon International Airport Corporation, Korea Gas Technology Corporation, and Yeongjong Transportation attend the completion ceremony for the Incheon Airport Hydrogen Mobility Hub on January 29.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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(Photo 2) <\/strong>Key representatives demonstrate a hydrogen bus refueling at the completion ceremony of the Incheon Airport Hydrogen Mobility Hub in Unseo-dong, Jung-gu, Incheon, on January 29.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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(Photo 3)<\/strong> A hydrogen bus is being refueled at the Incheon Airport Hydrogen Mobility Hub in Unseo-dong, Jung-gu, Incheon, on January 29.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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