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THOUSAND PALMS, California – BAE Systems plans to develop a zero-emissions bus for a Southern California regional transit agency under a project to demonstrate the commercial feasibility of fuel cell technology. Under a planned work effort, the company will serve as systems integrator to deliver the vehicle to SunLine Transit in an effort funded by the Federal Transit Administration, CALSTART, California Air Resource Board, and California South Coast Air Quality Management District.

The fuel cell bus, which will use no fossil fuel, will demonstrate technology that can reduce dependence on diesel fuel and compressed natural gas. It is scheduled for delivery in December 2011.

“This new-generation fuel cell bus is the result of a true partnership with SunLine Transit Agency, CALSTART, bus manufacturer ElDorado National (California) Inc., Ballard Power Systems, and the Federal Transit Administration, and continues BAE Systems’ ongoing development of environmentally friendly, heavy-duty vehicles,” said Rich Hopf, general manager of vehicle systems for BAE Systems. “We look forward to furthering our work as a systems integrator and showcasing the evolution in technology from partial to zero emissions.”

C. Mikel Oglesby, General Manager, SunLine Transit Agency said, “SunLine is extremely pleased to join in the partnership for the demonstration of the new-generation fuel cell bus that will help to advance  the commercialization of this technology in transit operations.”

The bus developed under the program will use a fuel cell module supplied by Ballard Power Systems as the main power plant, combined with BAE Systems propulsion and power management systems to propel a 40-foot transit bus. It will help form the basis for a clean, commercially viable hydrogen-powered transit bus that eliminates fossil fuel-consumption and the associated greenhouse gas emissions.

The new vehicle is based on BAE Systems’ HybriDrive propulsion system, used by transit agencies across the U.S., Canada and in the UK. The demonstration vehicle will use an advanced lithium-ion-based energy storage system that increases battery life and substantially reduces vehicle weight. The battery system, which will augment the fuel cell, is self-monitoring for easy service and reduced maintenance costs.

BAE Systems is a leading producer of efficient, low-emission hybrid electric propulsion systems for transit buses. HybriDrive propulsion technology has been in daily revenue service on buses in New York and other cities since 1998. More than 2,500 buses use HybriDrive technology to carry more than a million passengers daily.

To date, these buses have traveled more than 150 million miles, saved 10 million gallons of diesel fuel, and prevented more than 100,000 tons of carbon emissions.

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems is a global defense, security, and aerospace company with approximately 107,000 employees worldwide. The company delivers a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions, and customer support services. In 2009, BAE Systems reported sales of £22.4 billion (US $36.2 billion).

SOUTH WINDSOR, Conn. — BMW Forschung und Technik (Research and Technology) today displayed a new hybrid electric vehicle that uses a UTC Power fuel cell system. The vehicle was unveiled at the 25th anniversary BMW ZT celebration in Munich, Germany.

UTC Power, a United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX) company, has been working with BMW since 1999 to develop highly efficient, emission-free and freeze-capable fuel cell systems.

“We have highly valued our relationship with BMW for over 10 years and we look forward to continuing our work on emission-free fuel cells that help BMW develop efficient, fun-to-drive vehicles for the marketplace,” said Ken Stewart, Vice President of the UTC Power Transportation Business.

Stewart said the fuel cell system in the BMW Series 1 vehicle represents the culmination of more than 10 years of development work on durability and freeze capability technology. “From a fully frozen state, the fuel cell is half way to full power in less than 30 seconds,” he said. “The system uses UTC Power’s proprietary ambient pressure technology, which does not require a compressor to deliver air to the cell stack. This results in a quieter, more efficient system.”

The 5-kilowatt UTC Power fuel cell system is completely self-contained and features simple vehicle interfaces, which allows for easy integration and installation.

UTC Power is part of United Technologies Corp., which provides energy-efficient products and services to the aerospace and building industries. In business more than 50 years, UTC Power is a world leader in developing and producing fuel cells for transportation applications and for on-site power at buildings. For more information, visit www.utcpower.com

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario– Hydrogenics Corporation (Nasdaq:HYGSD) (TSX:HYG) (”Hydrogenics” or the “Company”), a leading developer and manufacturer of hydrogen generation and fuel cell products, today announced that the company has been awarded a contract for two HySTAT-60 electrolyzers by The Linde Group (Frankfurt:LIN) for installation as part of a fueling station in HafenCity, Hamburg. The fueling station will be integrated and managed by Vattenfall, the Swedish power conglomerate and one of Europe’s leading energy producers.  In Germany, Vattenfall is the third-largest producer of electricity, serving the states of Hamburg, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Brandenburg, Berlin, Saxony-Anhalt, Thuringia, and Saxony.

The HafenCity fueling station is expected to supply hydrogen for both cars and buses, including the new Mercedes Citaro zero-emission fuel cell bus. The project is part of the Clean Energy Partnership in Hamburg and Berlin, supported by the German government as part of the National Innovation Program for hydrogen and fuel cell technology. The Hydrogenics HySTAT-60 units will, combined, produce about 260 kilograms of fuel daily, and Linde will supplement this capacity with delivered hydrogen as needed.  Commissioning of the completed station, in a redesigned industrial park within the city center, is expected in 2011. Additional information on HafenCity can be found at http://en.hafencity.com.

“This most recent award continues to highlight Hydrogenics’ key role in supporting Germany’s ambitious hydrogen vision,” said Daryl Wilson, President and CEO. “Hydrogenics is one of the largest suppliers of hydrogen fueling stations, with over 35 facilities across the globe, and we are proud to play a part in Germany’s strategy to build the infrastructure – including hundreds of stations – necessary for a cleaner, more fuel-efficient economy. This contract is indicative of the many opportunities currently being pursued in Europe and elsewhere, as the benefits of hydrogen gain greater acceptance worldwide.”

ABOUT HYDROGENICS

Hydrogenics Corporation (www.hydrogenics.com) is a globally recognized developer and provider of hydrogen generation and fuel cell products and services, serving the growing industrial and clean energy markets of today and tomorrow. Based in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, Hydrogenics has operations in North America and Europe.

Las Vegas, NV. – Dantherm Power Inc., Denmark is introducing a high density 5kW redundant fuel cell power system and announcing its Partnership with Leap Power LLC, Richardson, TX, USA to accelerate commercialization of its fully integrated fuel cell product line. Dantherm Power and Leap Power today announced the initiation of a Partnership and VAR Agreement. Dantherm and Leap have agreed to form the Partnership to aggressively market their products to North American telecom Service Providers (SPs), Data Centers, and Solar Power Generation Plants.

Las Vegas, NV. CTIA NEWS – Dantherm Power Inc., Denmark is introducing a high density 5kW redundant fuel cell power system and announcing its Partnership with Leap Power LLC, Richardson, TX, USA to accelerate commercialization of its fully integrated fuel cell product line.

Dantherm Power and Leap Power today announced the initiation of a Partnership and VAR Agreement. Dantherm and Leap have agreed to form the Partnership to aggressively market their products to North American telecom Service Providers (SPs), Data Centers, and Solar Power Generation Plants.

Leap and Dantherm have formed the Partnership to:

• Provide for the joint localization, implementation, and commercialization of Dantherm’s fuel cell products in North America.
• Generate revenues from hybrid solutions by integrating Dantherm’s fuel cell products with Leap Power’s solutions.
• Leverage Leap Power’s capabilities as a VAR, and expertise in developing economies to expand integrated alternative power generation and backup solutions.

Claus Munkholm, Sales Director of Dantherm Power, commented on the Partnership, “Throughout our relationship, we have been impressed with Leap Power’s understanding of global telecom Alternative Power Generation market and, improvements to next-generation technology and the overall focus of Leap Power to bring affordable primary and backup power solutions to the market. Working together as one team, we will deploy best-of-breed solutions to customers in North America. It’s exciting to have the new product DBX5000 introduction along with a strong partner in North America.”

Dantherm and Leap Power teams have initiated their collaborative efforts on perfecting products to respond to identified opportunities in North America market. Dantherm Power’s recognition as the technology leader in fuel cell industry has already resulted in significant success with Telecom Service Providers in Europe and Canada. Incremental growth and parallel operation of DBX5000 also allows deployments of large (100KW) systems for AC & DC power generation market.

“This partnership is very exciting for both Leap Power and Dantherm,” stated Syed I Ali, GM & VP of Sales, Leap Power LLC, based in Richardson, TX, USA. “Dantherm’s products are the most suitable products for telecom power and solar applications. The environment friendly and highly reliable fuel cell power systems provide a single unified primary and backup power solution by eliminating and/or

reducing redundant elements like AC Genset, Batteries, AC Transfer Switches and DC Rectifiers. We have been receiving a very positive response from global customers to our initiative of drastically reducing operating costs and now with the addition of best-in-class fuel cell offering from Dantherm, we can accelerate our drive to help telecom operators reduce their OpEx and provide a unique architecture for their infrastructure power needs. Our collaborative efforts strengthen the two companies’ endeavors into telecom and solar deployments in North America and other markets. Today’s solar plants can only provide power during peak sun hours unless equipped with large battery reserves and significantly larger (4-6 times) solar power plants. The solar power plants now have an affordable 24/7 revenue generation option that will allow seamless integration of fuel cell with solar plants and allow significantly higher return on their assets.  The Partnership opens up a new market for Dantherm and brings added strength to Leap Power’s efforts to broaden acceptance and deployment of Leap’s SunLeap™ and EcoLeap™ product lines.”

About Dantherm Power

Dantherm Power is owned by Ballard Power Systems, Burnaby, Canada, Dantherm A/S, Skive, Denmark and Danfoss, Nordborg, Denmark. Dantherm Power focuses on the commercialization of Backup Power products based on fuel cell technology; from development and production, to sale and support of complete solutions to customers in the Telecom, Information Technology and Government Markets.

For further information, please contact:

Dantherm Power

sales.power@dantherm.com
+45 8843 5500

About Leap Power

Leap Power is a fast emerging Renewable and Hybrid Power Company with it’s headquarter based in Richardson, Texas, USA. Leap Power is dedicated to reducing multiple power elements present in today’s telecom power architecture to improve overall infrastructure efficiency and reliability.  Its primary and backup power solutions, with a special focus on harsh outdoor environment, allow customers to reduce CapEx and OpEx in today’s challenging environment. Its Hybrid Grid-Tied or Independent power solutions will allow flexibility to power generation and commercial customers to maintain 24/7 revenue generation with maximum productivity while significantly reducing the installation costs.

For further information, please contact:
Leap Power Solutions,

Info@leap-power.com
469-757-1787