Tenaris Equips Italy’s First Highway Hydrogen Station with THera™ Storage System
Tenaris has taken a pivotal role in advancing Italy’s hydrogen mobility infrastructure by supplying its proprietary THera™ high-pressure hydrogen storage system to the country’s first hydrogen refueling station on a highway. This groundbreaking facility, recently inaugurated in the Milan area, marks a major milestone in the SerraH2Valle project—an ambitious clean energy initiative spearheaded by Milano Serravalle – Milano Tangenziali, a subsidiary of the FNM Group.
The project is backed by Italy’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR), which aims to fast-track the nation’s transition to sustainable energy systems, particularly in the mobility sector. This newly inaugurated station is the first of five planned hydrogen refueling stations that will eventually form a strategic corridor stretching from the Port of Genoa to Northern Europe. The full network is scheduled to be accessible to the public starting January 1, 2026.
THera™ Technology: A Cornerstone of Hydrogen Storage and Refueling
At the heart of this facility is Tenaris’s THera™ hydrogen storage technology, specifically designed to handle the demanding requirements of high-pressure hydrogen storage. The system plays a critical role in the hydrogen supply chain at the station. Hydrogen is delivered by tube trailers and initially offloaded into an on-site compression unit at a pressure of 200 bar. From there, the hydrogen gas is further compressed and transferred into THera™ storage cylinders, which are engineered for safe, efficient, and high-performance containment.
The THera™ system is capable of supporting refueling operations at 350 bar for heavy-duty vehicles and buses, and at 700 bar for passenger vehicles. This dual-capability allows the station to cater to a wide range of vehicle types and sets a standard for future hydrogen refueling infrastructure across Europe.
A Strategic Contribution to Italy’s Green Mobility Goals
“This project confirms Tenaris’s commitment to playing a proactive role in the hydrogen value chain,” said Stefano Capponi, Sales Manager and Business Development Gas Cylinders at Tenaris. “Our THera™ storage system is designed not only to meet rigorous safety and performance standards but also to contribute meaningfully to the transition toward cleaner and more sustainable mobility solutions.”
According to Capponi, Tenaris views hydrogen infrastructure as a vital component in decarbonizing both passenger and freight transport in Europe. The successful integration of the THera™ system in Italy’s first highway hydrogen station highlights Tenaris’s ability to deliver advanced technological solutions for next-generation energy ecosystems.
SerraH2Valle: A National Hydrogen Vision
The SerraH2Valle project is not an isolated development. It is part of a broader Italian strategy aimed at building a nationwide hydrogen infrastructure that integrates multiple modes of transportation. The initiative is closely aligned with the European Union’s goal of creating hydrogen corridors that interconnect the continent, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and significantly cutting greenhouse gas emissions in the transport sector.
Through this project, FNM Group and its subsidiary Milano Serravalle aim to pioneer a replicable model for other regions in Italy and across Europe. By combining public investment with cutting-edge private sector technology—like Tenaris’s THera™—Italy is accelerating its move toward carbon neutrality in transportation.
Complementary Initiatives: H2iseO Hydrogen Railway
Tenaris’s involvement in hydrogen storage doesn’t stop at refueling stations. The company is also a key partner in H2iseO, a hydrogen-powered rail transport project underway in Valcamonica, a region in northern Italy. Managed by the FNM Group, the H2iseO project seeks to deploy hydrogen trains in areas not yet served by electrified railway lines. Tenaris will once again provide hydrogen storage technology, reinforcing its position as a trusted infrastructure partner in multiple hydrogen applications.
Building a European Hydrogen Backbone
With projects like SerraH2Valle and H2iseO gaining momentum, Italy is positioning itself as a key player in Europe’s emerging hydrogen economy. These initiatives demonstrate how innovative engineering, public-private collaboration, and green energy policies can come together to deliver real-world progress in clean mobility.
For Tenaris, the successful deployment of its THera™ system at Italy’s first highway hydrogen station is both a milestone and a stepping stone. The company is poised to expand its role in similar projects across the continent, offering integrated solutions that support hydrogen production, storage, distribution, and usage.
As more hydrogen refueling stations come online and complementary infrastructure develops, Tenaris’s THera™ technology is expected to play a central role in ensuring that Europe’s transportation sector moves toward a safer, greener, and more sustainable future.
