The Climate Impulse project has confirmed a critical technological milestone: the validation of Syensqo’s Aquivion® ion-exchange polymers. This material serves as the “chemical heart” of the fuel cell that will power the first non-stop, zero-emission round-the-world flight.

As a strategic partner, HYPRAEL celebrates this expansion of Syensqo‘s hydrogen portfolio. This breakthrough demonstrates that zero-emission long-range aviation is no longer a distant vision, but a tangible reality ready for testing in Châteauroux.

“Climate Impulse exemplifies how science, innovation and partnership can come together to address some of the most complex challenges of our time,” says Mike Radossich, CEO of Syensqo. “With our lightweight composite materials and now confirming our ion-exchange polymer material at the heart of the chemical reaction, we are demonstrating how advanced materials can help turn the ambition of zero-emission non-stop round the world flight into a tangible reality.”

The aircraft’s structure, built with cutting-edge composite materials in Les Sables d’Olonnes, is now preparing for initial test flights in Châteauroux. This project not only showcases Syensqo’s technical leadership but also reinforces HYPRAEL’s mission to drive hydrogen solutions that spearhead global decarbonization.