Greenstat Asia and IFSDMS Sign Letter of Intent to Establish Center of Excellence in Hydrogen & Process Safety

Hyderabad / Colombo, 27.01.2026

 

Greenstat Asia Pvt Ltd and the Institute of Fire & Disaster Management Studies (IFSDMS), Vadodara, Gujarat, India, have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to collaborate on the establishment of a Center of Excellence (COE) in Hydrogen and Process Safety.

The proposed COE aims to address one of the most critical enablers of the hydrogen transition: safety, skills, and institutional capacity. The collaboration will focus on applied training, advanced risk modelling, testing and certification support, and the development of safety frameworks aligned with international best practices and national hydrogen programs.

Under the LOI, the parties will jointly explore:

• Development of multi-level hydrogen safety and process safety training programs
  • Establishment of testing, simulation, and certification capabilities for hydrogen systems
  • Workforce development for operators, engineers, emergency responders, and regulators
  • Knowledge exchange and applied research in hydrogen risk assessment and mitigation
  • Alignment with national and international hydrogen safety standards

Greenstat Asia will contribute international expertise in hydrogen and process safety, curriculum development, access to advanced modelling and simulation tools, and support for international partnerships and funding pathways. IFSDMS will act as the host institution, providing infrastructure, faculty, and operational capacity to deliver training and certification programs.

“Hydrogen will only scale if safety scales with it,” said Sturle Harald Pedersen, Chairman of Greenstat Asia.

“This collaboration is about building long-term institutional capability — not just projects. By combining international experience with strong local institutions, we aim to support industry and authorities in deploying hydrogen safely and responsibly.”

Commenting on the collaboration, IFSDMS Chairman Vikram Mahurkar leadership noted:

“As hydrogen technologies begin to enter industrial, transport, and infrastructure applications, safety competence becomes non-negotiable,” said a senior representative of IFSDMS.

“Through this collaboration, IFSDMS aims to strengthen professional training, applied research, and certification capacity in hydrogen and process safety, supporting industry, regulators, and emergency services with practical, field-oriented expertise.”

The initiative is intended to support industry, ports, infrastructure developers, public authorities, and emergency response organizations as hydrogen deployment accelerates across Asia. The LOI marks the first step toward a structured partnership, with the parties now working toward a detailed implementation plan, governance model, and phased rollout of the COE.

About Greenstat Asia

Greenstat Asia is a renewable energy and green hydrogen advisory and project development company, part of the Greenstat group, supporting governments, industry, and institutions in energy transition, hydrogen deployment, and process safety.

About IFSDMS

The Institute of Fire & Disaster Management Studies (IFSDMS) is a national institution dedicated to professional education, training, and applied research in fire safety, process safety, and disaster management.

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Greenstat Hydrogen Sri Lanka and University of Ruhuna Partner for Green Hydrogen Breakthrough

Colombo, 8 August 2024 — Greenstat Hydrogen Sri Lanka Pvt Ltd (GHSL) has signed a pivotal Letter of Intent (LOI) with the University of Ruhuna (UoR), aiming to advance Green Hydrogen research and development. This partnership, involving the Faculty of Engineering at UoR, promises to place Sri Lanka at the forefront of sustainable energy innovation.

Vice Chancellor of the University of Ruhuna, Senior Professor Sujeewa Amarasena, highlighted the institution’s strong track record in fostering successful collaborations:
“University of Ruhuna has been an active partner for previous programs with renowned institutions. We fully support this initiative and remain committed to enhancing academic and research networks in Green Hydrogen.”

The collaboration will prioritize Green Hydrogen technologies and their role in Sri Lanka’s energy transition. UoR has pledged comprehensive administrative support to ensure projects align with regulatory requirements, bolstering their success.

Sturle Pedersen, Chairman of Greenstat Hydrogen Sri Lanka Pvt Ltd, emphasized the shared vision behind the partnership:
“This venture reflects our mutual goal of fostering innovation and shaping a sustainable future through advanced Green Hydrogen research and development.”

This academia-industry collaboration underscores the potential for Sri Lanka to emerge as a leader in sustainable energy solutions while contributing to global energy transitions.

About Greenstat Hydrogen Sri Lanka Pvt Ltd

Greenstat Hydrogen Sri Lanka Pvt Ltd specializes in the development and commercialization of Green Hydrogen technologies, advancing sustainable energy solutions within Sri Lanka.

Key Takeaways

• Partnership aims to propel Sri Lanka’s position in Green Hydrogen research.
• University of Ruhuna and Greenstat Hydrogen Sri Lanka bring complementary strengths to the initiative.
• Focus on compliance with national and institutional regulations ensures smooth project implementation.

This partnership marks a major step in Sri Lanka’s green energy journey.