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Supercritical is a company intent on changing the status quo in industry.
We are not a science experiment.
Rooted in our culture is driving highly technical solutions to commercial viability, enabling industry to think and move beyond fossil fuels without economic disadvantage.
Across our key target sectors and in our supply chain we are formalising strategic partnerships with valued partners to bring our technology to market sooner through direct customer engagement and insights that will help ensure our product remains focused on solving real problems.
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Supercritical is at the cutting edge of novel electrochemical technology.
We have a culture steeped in curiosity, celebrating ideas and being positively restless.
Supercritical is at the cutting edge of novel electrochemical technology, exploring fluids, materials and conditions that have never been explored before, pioneering technology that enables industry to transition beyond fossil fuels.
We are grounded in reality and understand the scale of the tragedy that the planet faces if action isn’t taken now. There is no time to waste and no stone should be left unturned. Supercritical knows that a problem that is this complex will never be solved alone.
We partner with those who welcome challenges and different perspectives, and those who share our passion to create a sustainable life on earth through the application of technology!
DISCOVER OUR CASE STUDY IN COLLABORATION WITH SCOTTISH POWER AND PROTON VENTURES
We conducted a study to evaluate the benefit that ultra-high efficiency, high pressure hydrogen production could offer to the burgeoning green ammonia sector.
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Supercritical works with the private sector and the public sector in its persistent pursuit for net zero.
Great ideas and inventions only get you so far.
The world’s leading technical minds need to be met with supporting capital to enable it. The world can do incredible things when united in its effort to solve a problem.
In the inspirational words of Greta Thunberg, “Our house is on fire”. “I want you to act as you would in a crisis. I want you to act as if the house is on fire. Because it is.”. We are in crisis, we need to act now.
Supercritical works with the private sector and the public sector in its persistent pursuit for net zero. We scour the world to find investors who share our passion and align with our values. This combination of early stage private capital and state support is crucial in bridging the gap between ideation and profit.
We remain a Founder led business, aligned in our vision to be the catalyst for sustainable life on earth. If you’d like to partner with us on our journey, contact one of us today.
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Supercritical is developing new zero emission hydrogen production technology and technology for hydrogen derivative fuels. We believe that Industries such as Chemicals, Industrial Heat and Heavy Transportation will all benefit from sustainable fuels that emit no carbon when consumed. See our Solutions and Case Study pages for more information on this.
Supercritical is at the cutting edge of hydrogen production development. Do you want to be part of a sustainable journey at a stage where your input can make a real difference to both Supercritical, our Industrial customers and the planet? We are engineers and problem solvers, and pride ourselves on being innovators and collaborators for a more sustainable future. Working with us will motivate your teams and inspire for a better planet.
At Supercritical, we pride ourselves on being pioneers in the cleantech industry. Our team comprises experts who are passionate about environmental sustainability and have a proven track record of developing innovative solutions. We offer cutting-edge technology, outstanding service, and a commitment to making a real difference in the fight against climate change.
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HAMR Energy and Supercritical complete first phase of government-backed study to cut costs of LCLF
Leading low carbon liquid fuels (LCLF) company HAMR Energy and Supercritical Solutions (Supercritical) today announced the completion of the first phases of a feasibility study into next-generation, low-cost methanol production for shipping and aviation fuels.
Supported by the Australian and UK governments through their Renewable Hydrogen Innovation Partnership, the $1.5 million study is evaluating the potential integration of Supercritical’s ultra-efficient, high-pressure electrolyser technology into HAMR Energy’s hybrid methanol plant design.
The initial study demonstrates that integrating Supercritical’s novel high temperature and pressure electrolysis into the methanol synthesis process leads to cost savings associated with efficiency gains. The study is part of HAMR Energy’s commitment to be the primary solution provider for LCLFs, producing fuel at lowest cost. Results show continued levelised cost of methanol reductions for its future plants over and above the highly-competitive present state offered with the first phase of their Portland Renewable Fuels facility in Victoria, Australia.
This week, HAMR Energy and Supercritical Solutions met in Melbourne with some of the industry’s leading players to share the progress of their collaboration. The study now moves into its final phase with completion expected by the end of the year ahead of Supercritical’s first of a kind demonstration which will pave the way to commercialisation.
David Stribley, Co-Founder of HAMR Energy, said: “HAMR Energy is rapidly advancing renewable fuels projects to meet the growing demand for clean fuels. The partnership with Supercritical provides a pathway to further reduce production costs for future projects as they commercialise their technology.
“It is also an example of government-backed global collaboration fostering innovation that can play a significant role in the world’s efforts to decarbonise. We thank the Australian and UK government for their ongoing support for LCLF, which present huge economic and decarbonisation opportunities for both countries.”
Luke Tan, Co-Founder of Supercritical, said: “It’s exciting working with a company who is as driven and passionate about making low carbon fuels economically viable. Partnering with HAMR Energy is allowing us to demonstrate how our electrolyser technology can be applied at scale in real-world industrial settings. The study is currently showing that low carbon methanol can be produced more efficiently and affordably, and we’re proud to be contributing to a cleaner fuels future.”
The project also involves collaboration with UK partners Astrimar Ltd and the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) in the UK, as well as Monash University in Melbourne. Supercritical’s mission was significantly boosted earlier in 2025 upon securing 14 million pounds in a capital raise that included backing from Toyota Ventures and Shell Ventures.
The ongoing progress of the study comes as the Australian government opens Round 2 of its Hydrogen Headstart Program, offering $2 billion in funding to accelerate commercial-scale renewable hydrogen projects. The new round prioritises feedstock-based applications including shipping and aviation fuels, and builds on strong tailwinds for the LCLF industry, including dedicated funding to support supply and demand being driven by mandates.
HAMR Energy’s most advanced project, Portland Renewable Fuels, will convert forestry residues and low carbon hydrogen into 300,000 tonnes of low carbon methanol per annum for shipping and aviation fuels.
As well as Portland Renewable Fuels, HAMR Energy is developing a pipeline of opportunities and relationships across the renewable fuels sector, offering a vertically integrated platform that mirrors a traditional fuels business. Based in regional areas, the projects will increase local fuel manufacturing capacity, create long-term direct jobs and support other critical regional industries including forestry and agriculture.
About HAMR Energy
HAMR Energy is an Australian low carbon fuels company dedicated to accelerating global decarbonisation of hard-to-abate sectors. With deep experience in complex energy projects, HAMR produces low carbon fuels and chemicals to help decarbonise industries like shipping and aviation.
Learn more: www.hamrenergy.com
About Supercritical
Supercritical is at the forefront of the clean energy revolution, with a mission to dramatically reduce the cost of green hydrogen and address the most challenging 20% of global emissions. Established in 2020 in London, our vision is to catalyse a sustainable future where renewable energy solutions, like our pioneering electrolyser technology, are mainstream and financially viable without subsidies. As the creators of the world’s first high-pressure, ultra-efficient electrolyser, we deliver hydrogen and oxygen at pressures up to 220 bar, achieving efficiencies with as little as 42kWh/kgH2 with 99% purity. Our innovative approach not only curtails operational costs but also surmounts formidable industry challenges, forging a path towards a zero-emission future. By offering scalable, PFAS-free membrane-free, and iridium-free solutions, Supercritical aims to lower hydrogen production costs driving the shift from grey to green energy across industries.
Find out more about how we’re shaping the future of clean energy.
Email: contact@supercritical.solutions
Website: www.supercritical.solutions
Supercritical Stands with Industry Leaders in Support of the IMO’s Net Zero Framework
This week in London, the Extraordinary Marine Environment Protection Committee of the IMO meets to decide on the adoption of the Net Zero Framework (NZF). Adoption of the NZF would make the shipping industry a leader in Net Zero ambition: the first ever to have binding emissions reduction mandates.
Supercritical stands with industry leaders across shipping, renewables, and the e-fuels sectors in support of the Net Zero Framework. This is a once in a generation opportunity to bring shipping emissions down, in line with a 2050 target for Net Zero. The NZF is a key first step in increasing the use of e-fuels: building scale and supply chains now, so e-fuels can provide cheap and sustainable fuel well into the future.
According to the IMO’s latest GHG Study (2020), the total GHG emissions of the shipping industry was 1,076 million tonnes in 2018 [1]. Due to the continuous increase in global maritime trade, emissions in this sector are a growing issue, with a 9.6% increase in GHG emissions from 2012-2018. Emissions from this sector, as of 2018, make up 2.89% of total global anthropogenic emissions, roughly equivalent to the entire emissions output of Japan [2].
As the global regulator for the shipping industry, the IMO’s member states have the power to adopt the NZF. This would, for the first time, enforce globally binding regulations to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions within shipping, with the aim of achieving Net Zero by 2050 [3]. If passed with two-thirds of eligible (present and party to the MARPOL treaty, Annex VI) member states in support, the measures will enter into force from Spring 2027, effective 1st January 2028. To do this, the NZF would adopt Global Fuel Standards (GFS), requiring successive reduction in the GHG intensity of shipping fuels [4]. A minimum 20% reduction by 2030, 70% by 2040, and the achievement of a Net Zero industry by 2050. Additional schemes will be set up to aid in the fuels transitions, and a credit trading scheme will be implemented, whereby vessels with lower emissions can sell carbon credits to higher emitting vessels.
Whilst the adoption of the NZF will be a significant step towards achieving Net Zero in the shipping industry, fears regarding member-state compliance and insufficient support for e-fuels remain.
The US administration has declared strong opposition to the NZF, describing the proposal as a “European-led neocolonial export of global climate regulations” which would cause "disastrous" economic impacts [5]. In an attempt to thwart a vote in favour, the US has threatened significant action against nations that support the framework: blocking vessels from entering U.S ports, sanctioning officials and imposing visa restrictions, commercial penalties, and additional port fees. In the first day of the IMO session, roughly 15 nations have voiced concern over the framework, including fossil-fuel nations such as Saudi Arabia and Russia [6]. Although there are strong reasons to worry about compliance from all member states, there remains widespread support for the NZF, with at least 46 nations making positive statements in support of the framework.
Regarding e-fuels support, the NZF does set a specific target of 5% zero or near-zero fuel (ZNZs) use by 2030 and states that a portion of revenues raised will be earmarked for the reward of ZNZs use, incentivising investment to increase the commercial maturity of e-fuels.
However, there is a lack of detail that risks undermining the long-term prospects of e-fuel use. For instance, the definition of ZNZs relates to the GHG emissions intensity only (19gCO2e/MJ till 2035, then 14gCO2e/MJ) and there has been no differentiation between solutions [7]. Thus, even though bio-fuels face considerable constraints on sustainable supply of their feedstock relative to future shipping demand, it would be considered of the same class as fuel derived solely from renewables, e-fuels, which are eminently scalable. There is a risk that, without further distinguishing between types of ZNZs, the IMO rewards and over encourages use of transitional fuels in the short term to the detriment of investment in e-fuels, compromising their ability to emerge as the lowest-cost option as quickly as possible.
Supercritical is already at the forefront of e-fuels development, working with key partners on e-methanol and green ammonia development.
We are currently working on a groundbreaking e-methanol project, evaluating the impact of integrating Supercritical’s high pressure, ultra-efficient, membraneless electrolyser into HAMR Energy’s hybrid methanol plant design [8]. This pioneering consortium will de-risk the concept for progression to pilot stage and, in the coming years, commercial deployment of Supercritical’s technology.
Furthermore, Supercritical has successfully completed a study into green ammonia, GreeNH3, in partnership with Scottish Power, Proton Ventures, and the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero [9]. This project explored the feasibility of integrating Supercritical’s electrolyser into a traditional Haber-Bosch ammonia synthesis loop, designed by Proton Ventures, for the production of ammonia at demonstrator and commercial scale. Findings show that Supercritical’s LCOH at 200 bar is predicted to be significantly lower than current incumbent technologies at commercial scale, resulting in a favourable levelised cost of ammonia.
Supercritical’s experience highlights the fact that if the NZF is passed, hydrogen (and derivatives) producers will be better positioned to secure commercial offtake and solidify supply chains, stimulating the investment needed to continue the important innovation already underway. An early transition, supported by global regulation, is critical to the future competitiveness of e-fuels and driving long-term emissions strategy within the industry.
Want to speak to one of our team about how our technology could drive down the cost of your marine fuel? Contact sales@supercritical.solutions.
Author: Rebecca Tekleyesus, Commercial and Market Analyst, Supercritical Solutions
[3]https://www.imo.org/en/mediacentre/pressbriefings/pages/imo-approves-netzero-regulations.aspx
[4]https://globalmaritimeforum.org/oped/shippings-new-net-zero-framework-where-to-next/
[7]https://www.u-mas.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/UMAS-Assessing-the-IMOs-Net-Zero-Framework-1.pdf