ArcelorMittal has launched a new steel product, HyMatch, designed for constructing hydrogen pipelines to support the development of hydrogen gas infrastructure. This initiative involves research across ArcelorMittal’s production sites in France (Fos-sur-Mer), Germany (Bremen), and Belgium (Gent), focusing on improving steel performance for hydrogen use.
HyMatch is developed to meet the European Union’s ambitious goal of producing 10 mln tons of renewable hydrogen by 2030. The steel features a fine, homogeneous microstructure with low hydrogen embrittlement risk, supporting pipe manufacturers in overcoming transport challenges.
The company continues to enhance its hydrogen steel offerings through ongoing R&D and participation in international and European projects. HyMatch products can be purchased with XCarb steel certificates, which help customers report equivalent Scope 3 emissions reductions. These certificates reflect ArcelorMittal’s CO2 reduction efforts in its production facilities. HyMatch steel complies with industry standards like ASME B31.12 option B and is being tested per the latest guidelines, aiming to ensure efficient and safe hydrogen infrastructure operations.
