"On 18th June 2013 at the HFC2013 international conference in...

"On 18th June 2013 at the HFC2013 international conference in Vancouver a ground-breaking Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Canadian Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association (CHFCA) and the Scottish Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association (SHFCA). The CHFCA was represented by its Chairman Daryl Wilson, who is also President and CEO of Hydrogenics, and the SHFCA was represented by John Lidderdale, Chairman of the SHFCA Board.

This is the first example of national industry associations representing the interests of the rapidly growing hydrogen and fuel cell sector establishing a trans-continental agreement between North America and Europe on future collaborative working and supporting the development of trade and innovation links. This agreement has been facilitated by the valuable support from Scottish Development International and the Scottish Government in helping SHFCA develop an international presence."

"Anne MacColl, CEO of Scottish Development International added “There is a very considerable opportunity for Scotland and the UK to achieve a major hydrogen and fuel cell economy, and to become a significant player on the international scene. We believe that this MOU will help to harness the skills and expertise available within the CHFCA membership, an example of which is the hydrogen fuel cell company, Ballard, who are already involved in the £20m Aberdeen Hydrogen Bus project. The MOU will also help ensure that Scotland is promoted on the international stage as the preferred destination for fuel cell & hydrogen development and deployment."

http://www.fuelcelltoday.com/news-events/news-archive/2013/june/scottish-and-canadian-hydrogen-and-fuel-cell-associations-sign-mou