We provide specialised services to support the safe and efficient use of hydrogen throughout its entire lifecycle – from production and storage to transportation and utilisation.
How we can help
- Comprehensive analyses to identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies tailored to hydrogen applications
- Advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modelling to evaluate hydrogen behaviour, including dispersion, fire, explosion and detonation scenarios
- Assistance in meeting local and international hydrogen safety standards and regulations
- Guidance on safe facility design, integrating hydrogen technologies with existing systems
- Expert analysis of hydrogen-related incidents to determine root causes and prevent recurrence
Applications we serve
Hydrogen production facilities
Hydrogen refuelling stations
Hydrogen integration in power generation
Hydrogen storage and transportation systems
Industrial applications using hydrogen as a feedstock or energy source
Our Experience
Gexcon combines deep industry expertise with cutting-edge tools like FLACS to provide tailored solutions for the hydrogen sector.
Gexcon Presenting Hydrogen and Ammonia Safety Research at FABIG Technical Meeting 2026
Gexcon will present findings from two experimental research activities addressing key safety challenges associated with hydrogen and ammonia systems in enclosed environments.
Gexcon Experts Contribute to Hydrogen Safety Workshop at WREC 2026
Gexcon experts Sonia Ruiz Pérez and Stuart Cullum will contribute to an interactive hydrogen safety workshop taking place at the World Renewable Energy Congress (WREC) 2026.
Ventilation for hydrogen facilities
This blog discusses the importance of ventilation and its role in maintaining safe environments where hydrogen is used, stored, or processed.
Liquid hydrogen safety considerations
Essential safety considerations for liquid hydrogen: key hazards, risk controls and best practices for safe handling and storage.
Simulation of Hydrogen – Natural Gas Blends in Pipeline Transport with EFFECTS & RISKCURVES
This white paper explains how modelling hydrogen blends helps assess safety in pipeline transport, using EFFECTS and RISKCURVES to study dispersion, fire, explosion and risk.
Separation distances for hydrogen installations – Why do they matter?
Learn how to determine safe separation distances for hydrogen systems using new guidance and a practical calculation tool from Gexcon & the Energy Institute.
Solving hydrogen safety challenges using fire and explosion testing
Learn how fire and explosion testing helps engineers design safer hydrogen systems with experimental data and practical solutions.
Hydrogen incidents: Lessons learnt
We examine notable incidents and extract valuable lessons to ensure the safer adoption of hydrogen technologies.
Learn moreHazardous Materials
Explore how our expertise helps clients manage the risks of hazardous materials across a range of industries and applications.
Hydrogen
Hydrogen is key in the transition to sustainable energy, offering a versatile, low-carbon solution but its unique properties require careful management to ensure safety.
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)
Cryogenic and flammable properties present unique safety challenges, including the risks of rapid phase transitions, vapor cloud dispersion, and fire hazards.
Ammonia
Ammonia is essential in many industries, from fertiliser production to emerging energy solutions however its toxic and flammable properties require robust safety measures.
Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) / CCUS
Carbon dioxide is used across numerous different industries and applications from welding operations to the food and drink industry.
Battery Energy Storage
As the demand for battery energy storage systems (BESS) grows, so does the need to manage the unique risks they present.
Combustible Dust
Combustible dust is a hidden yet serious hazard across many industries, with the potential to cause devastating explosions and fires.
Flammable Liquids and Gases
Flammable liquids and gases are integral to countless industrial processes, but their inherent risks demand rigorous safety management to prevent fires and explosions.
Toxic Chemicals
Toxic chemicals are by-products of certain processes and are crucial in many industries, yet they pose significant risks to both human health and the environment.
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