Swiss Pavilion at the 2026 Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Expo in Tokyo
17 March - 19 March 2026Swiss Pavilion at International Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Expo in Tokyo
For the fourth consecutive year, the Embassy of Switzerland in Japan and Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE) are organizing a SWISS Pavilion at Japan’s premier business exhibition for hydrogen and fuel cell technologies.
Event: H2 & FC Expo 2026 (spring edition) H2 & FC EXPO – About the Show
Dates: March 17 – 19, 2026
Place: Tokyo Big Sight (3 Chome-11-1 Ariake, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0063, Japan), West Hall 2, Booth No. W15-36.)
Alongside the organizations Switzerland Innovation, Swissnex in Japan and CleantechAlps, 15 pioneering companies and start-ups that are driving the future of clean energy. Join us to explore breakthrough technologies in hydrogen production, storage, and utilization, and discover how Swiss solutions are shaping a greener tomorrow.
Download the brochure : 2026 Swiss Pavilion at H2 & FC Expo- brochure
Find out more about the exhibitors at the table below:
Apheros
apheros.ch
Founded in 2023, apheros manufactures novel, ultra-high surface metal foams which close the economic gap between grey and green hydrogen. Our proprietary materials provide up to 1000x more surface area than the industry standard. Our nickel-based foams dramatically enhance catalytic activity and bubble transport, achieving high efficiency at current densities ranging from 0.5 to 2 A/cm². Specifically designed for alkaline systems, our foams serve as a scalable, drop-in replacement for traditional electrodes and transport layers. We deliver the material breakthrough necessary to drive green hydrogen toward cost parity with grey hydrogen.
Looking for :
・Electrolyser OEMs seeking high-performance cell and stack components.
Strategic alliances with electrolyser component manufacturers to produce pre-assembled parts.
・R&D and validation partners for pilot deployments to test material longevity and performance in real-world conditions.
・Venture capital partners for our upcoming Seed and Series A round and commercial scale-up
Burckhardt Compression
burckhardtcompression.com
Burckhardt Compression creates leading compression solutions for a sustainable energy future and the long-term success of its customers. The Group is the only global manufacturer that covers a full range of reciprocating compressor technologies and services. Since 1844, its passionate, customer-oriented and solution-driven workforce has set the benchmark in the gas compression industry.
Looking for :
1. HRS & Hydrogen Project Owners
2. EPC Companies
3. Energy / Utility Companies
4. Industrial Gas Companies
5. HRS Related Companies
6. Electrolyzer Manufacturers
7. Hydrogen Logistics / Trailer Companies
Celeroton TurboCell
celeroton-turbocell.com
Celeroton TurboCell develops and manufactures ultra-high-speed electric turbo compressors and drive systems for fuel cell applications. Celeroton TurboCell is further expanding its state-of-the-art portfolio with next generation products for material handling, heavy duty, stationary and marine applications.
All Celeroton TurboCell Air Compressors are equipped with in-house developed air bearings allowing highest efficiency, oil free operation and the best service life in the market. We offer complete solutions from a single source, consisting of compressor, electric motor and matched electronics.
OEM, on road
· Passenger cars
· Light commercial vehicles
· Mid and heavy-duty commercial vehicles
OEM, off road
· Industrial trucks
· Material handling / Forklifts
· Marine equipment
· Stationary power equipment
· Mining and construction equipment
· Agricultural equipment
Tier1 / Tier2 for above mentioned applications
Wholesaler / distributors
Engineering and development companies
Cleantech Alps
cleantech-alps.com
Platform promoting sustainability and cleantech in Western Switzerland
With more than 1,000 member companies, CleantechAlps network offers dedicated access to cleantech communities and potential partners in the clean technology and sustainability sector. This network plays a decisive role in cleantech innovation and helps mobilize key players to create the most favorable conditions for the development and growth of companies facing the challenges of energy transition and climate change.
Endress & Hauser
endress.com
Endress+Hauser is a global leader in process and laboratory measurement technology. We offer a broad portfolio of instruments, solutions and services that help customers in the process industry to improve their products and manufacture them more efficiently. With decades of experience, a pioneering mindset and a strong spirit of innovation, we deliver trusted, high-quality solutions worldwide. As a family-owned company, we stand for reliability, long-term partnerships and stability.
Please also be sure to visit Endress+Hauser Japan’s booth W34-6. We will be showcasing state-of-the-art laser-based gas analysis solutions that support the realization of net zero, including Raman spectrometers that enable real-time visualization of multicomponent measurements, and TDLAS gas analyzers that detect trace components with high speed and selectivity. In addition, we will exhibit ultrasonic gas flowmeters that cover custody transfer measurement from hydrogen-blended gas to pure hydrogen.
Looking for :
Product Category:
・Hydrogen/Fuel Cell
・Rechargeable Battery
・Next-gen power generation technology
Target Users:
・Electric power/Gas/Oil Company
・EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction)
・Material/Chemical Manufacturer
Evatec
evatecnet.com
Evatec is a manufacturer of thin film deposition equipment. We have strengths in PVD (sputtering and evaporation) systems for semiconductor wafers, with extensive experience supplying production equipment for power semiconductors, MEMS sensors, and Wireless devices.
Building on the mass production expertise in optical discs, optical coatings, and functional thin films inherited from its predecessor, Balzers, Evatec is also able to provide a wide range of PVD thin film coating solutions for mobility and energy applications. These include corrosion-resistant coatings for fuel cell bipolar plates, secondary battery electrodes, band-pass filters for LiDAR and optical sensors, as well as functional decorative coatings.
Energy-related thin film deposition applications:
·Protective coatings for fuel cell bipolar plates
·Functional films and metal layers on secondary battery electrodes
·Wafer deposition for power semiconductors
Mobility-related thin film deposition applications:
·Wafer deposition for MEMS and magnetic sensors
·Wafer deposition for image sensors
·Surface electrodes and protective coatings for automotive display panels
·Band-pass filters for optical, electromagnetic wave, and LiDAR applications
·Decorative component manufacturing for automotive applications
We are seeking Automotive Tier1/Tier2 suppliers, battery manufacturers, and semiconductor wafer manufacturers engaged in the above businesses.
Flowgen
flowgen.com/
FlowGen is a renewable energy technology company dedicated to delivering intelligent, sustainable power solutions for a wide variety of applications. Drawing on advanced aerodynamic engineering, leveraged from the team’s experience in the F1 industry, FlowGen’s highly efficient, low-noise wind turbines and integrated hybrid microgrid systems deliver reliable, clean power wherever it’s needed. Our compact, modular solutions combine wind and solar generation, battery storage, and smart energy management to optimise energy use and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Designed for flexibility and scalability, FlowGen’s data driven technology can be deployed quickly and expanded easily, enabling industries, communities, and organisations to lower energy costs, cut carbon emissions, and enhance energy security and independence.
Looking for :
·Strategic investors to scale up our patented mass production capability – current discussion on the level of CHF 5 ~ 10m
·Project financing to deliver our order pipeline and implement our leasing model (currently in operation with UK Ministry of Defence) – current financing discussion in the UK on the level of CHF 30m
·Manufacturing partners to enter the Japanese and other markets with
GraphEnergyTech
graphenergytech.com
GraphEnergyTech develops high conductivity graphene carbon-based electrode materials as a low-cost, scalable alternative to silver and other precious metals in advanced energy devices.
Our proprietary formulations deliver industry-leading electrical performance while improving long-term stability & manufacturability, particularly for next-generation photovoltaics such as perovskite and tandem solar cells.
By combining materials innovation with deep device-level expertise, GraphEnergyTech enables more resilient, cost-effective & sustainable solar manufacturing at scale.
Looking for :
·Perovskite and tandem solar cell manufacturers seeking alternatives to silver-based and/or copper-based metallisation
·PV module developers and integrators interested in scalable, low-cost electrode solutions
·Materials & process partners for pilot-scale validation and manufacturing scale-up
·Research institutions and industrial collaborators working on next-generation photovoltaic architectures
·Strategic partners or investors aligned with clean energy, advanced materials, and net-zero technologies
Federal Institute of Metrology
metas.ch
The Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology METAS is the competence center of the Confederation for questions regarding measurement, measuring instruments and measuring methods. As the national metrology institute of Switzerland, it ensures the realization of traceable units of measurement and their dissemination, international cooperation, research and development, consulting and training in the field of fundamental, applied and legal metrology. Metrology enables confidence in everyday life.
KELLER Pressure
keller-pressure.com
KELLER Pressure – A leading manufacturer of pressure transducers and transmitters
KELLER Pressure is known for its Swiss quality and precision. Since its foundation, all products have been developed and produced at our facilities in Winterthur. With over 500 employees worldwide, local sales engineers are available to support you. KELLER Pressure is a leading manufacturer of pressure transducers and pressure transmitters and is ISO 9001 certified.
Looking for:
·Automobiles/Transport Equipment Manufacturer
·Manufacturer
·Trading Company, Agency
Raytech
raytech.ch
Raytech Ltd. is a Swiss high-tech manufacturer of precision measuring and testing equipment for the global power and transformer industry. Its instruments combine cutting-edge technology with intuitive operation, enabling fast, reliable diagnostics in the field and in the lab. Utilities, service companies, and OEMs worldwide rely on Raytech solutions to improve asset reliability, reduce downtime, and optimize maintenance strategies. With a strong focus on innovation and quality, Raytech delivers long-lasting value and exceptional support to its customers.
Looking for :
Distributors
Seitz Valve
seitz.ch
Together we are smart and create impact. As experts in the manufacture of valves, we have relied on close partnership in development work for over 60 years. We keep a finger on the pulse of technology and constantly conduct research into new solutions to take account of the demands of this dynamic market. Our actions are guided by the conviction that we can improve existing solutions in the long term with Seitz valves.
100% Swiss-made;
Everything from one single source;
Innovative excellence.
Looking for :
・HRS Builders
・H2 Trailer manufacturer
・Partners open to innovate hydrogen refueling.
Separatic
separatic.ch
Separatic is a spin-off from the University of Fribourg, Switzerland, developing advanced membrane technologies for hydrogen and gas separation applications. Our solutions focus on improving fuel cell system efficiency by recovering hydrogen purge losses during operation, minimizing subsequent emissions, and making the fuel cells regulation-proof. We have tested our prototype in fuel cells and are now looking for partners for implementation in their systems.
Looking for :
・Fuel cell manufacturers
・Hydrogen mobility and automotive industry players
・System integrators (fuel cell and hydrogen systems)
・Strategic and industrial investors
Solid Watts
solidwatts.ch
We enable industry to transition from fossil fuel heating processes to ultra high-efficiency electric heating. Our hardware system creates electromagnetic waves to uniformly heat materials. With 85% energy efficiency, scalable power (from 10 kW to Megawatts) and long service lifetimes, our solution delivers the new state-of-the-art for industrial process heat.
End users and EPC companies looking to electrify heat processes for:
・Chemical production and processing
・Pharmaceuticals
・Hydrogen production
・Carbon Capture
・Advanced recycling
Stat Peel AG
statpeel.com
Stat Peel is a Swiss manufacturer of advanced analytical instruments. With our patented, automated Raman-spectroscopy systems users can address challenging topics in advanced materials manufacturing, battery cell production and – recycling. We offer systems for selective material quantification in air, liquids and on surfaces to ensure regulatory compliance and reduce cross-contamination. We also offer inspection solutions for powders, mixtures and coated foils for quality control purposes.
Looking for : Advance materials RnD and production like CNTs, graphene, cathode materials, silicon powders, etc
Battery cell RnD
Battery cell production
Battery recycling
Swissnex in Japan
swissnex.org
Swissnex is the global network connecting Switzerland and the world in education, research, and innovation. Our mission is to support the outreach and active engagement of our partners in the international exchange of knowledge, ideas and talent. We thereby contribute to strengthening Switzerland’s profile as a world-leading innovation hotspot.
Switzerland Innovation
switzerland-innovation.com
Switzerland Innovation is looking for industry and R&D partners interested in collaborative research and co-development. We connect companies with Switzerland’s innovation parks, leading universities, and startups to turn concrete innovation challenges into impactful R&D partnerships in Switzerland.
Voltiris
voltiris.com
Voltiris develops the first solar modules compatible with greenhouse agriculture and their crops. Leveraging spectral filtering technology, Voltiris transmits to crops the essential light components for photosynthesis, while the ‘unused’ spectral elements are filtered and directed towards solar panels. Voltiris allows growers to leverage their greenhouse surfaces to generate the clean, competitive, and independent energy they need to transition to a carbon-free electrification.
・Infrastructure companies
・Project developers
・Energy utility companies
・Financial partners
・Energy grid operators
Zesst
zesst.ch
Zesst is a Swiss maritime pioneer redefining clean mobility on water with hydrogen-powered hydrofoil vessels. Leveraging over a decade of EPFL-rooted aerospace and naval engineering, Zesst blends advanced flight-control and foiling technologies to deliver fast, efficient, zero-emission boats for smart cities, eco-tourism, and high-performance missions—accelerating the decarbonization of maritime transport without compromising speed or excellence.
Zesst — Advancing Zero-Emission Maritime Mobility
New Swiss maritime venture, officially spun off in 2025 from Almatech, an EPFL-rooted aerospace and naval engineering firm with over a decade of advanced R&D expertise
Mission-driven company accelerating the decarbonization of inland waterways and maritime routes through hydrogen-powered hydrofoil vessels
Project now entering full-scale deployment, transitioning from proven engineering foundations to industrialization and commercial partnerships
Zesst offers:
High-efficiency, high-speed vessels with zero operational emissions
Advanced flight-control and hydrofoil technologies derived from aerospace engineering
A scalable platform aligned with global hydrogen and maritime decarbonization strategies
Looking for :
·Hydrogen infrastructure suppliers (production, storage, distribution, fuel cells)
·Shipyards and industrial partners interested in next-generation vessel platforms
·Investors and consortium members supporting scalable clean mobility solutions
·Public authorities and smart city stakeholders developing sustainable waterborne transport
·Luxury resorts, eco-tourism operators, and premium mobility providers
·High-speed mission, patrol, and workboat operators seeking zero-emission performance
Contact
Swiss Business Hub Japan – Export Promotion
Embassy of Switzerland in Japan
5-9-12 Minami Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-8589
Japan
