Plug Power Inc. - PLUG STOCK NEWS

Plug Power (NASDAQ: PLUG) announced the establishment of its PEM stack and electrolyzer Innovation Center in Rochester, NY, expected to commence operations by mid-2021. This gigafactory aims to expand production capabilities significantly, achieving an output of 7 million MEAs, 60,000 stacks, and 500 Mw of electrolyzers annually. The initiative will inject $125 million into the local economy, creating 375 jobs, and is part of Plug Power's strategy to drive a clean hydrogen ecosystem. The facility will also support local fleets with green hydrogen production.

Plug Power has appointed Ole Hoefelmann as General Manager of its electrolyzer business. Hoefelmann brings 30 years of experience from Air Liquide, where he held various leadership roles, including CEO and COO. His expertise will focus on sales, product management, and business strategy to scale Plug Power's PEM-electrolyzer offerings. Under his leadership, the company aims to deploy 500mW by 2024. Andy Marsh, CEO, highlighted Hoefelmann's significant impact on the global hydrogen economy and emphasized the company’s commitment to expanding its green hydrogen initiatives.

Groupe Renault and Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ: PLUG) have signed a Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) to create a 50-50 joint venture in France by mid-2021. This JV aims to capture over 30% of Europe's fuel cell-powered light commercial vehicle market. The partnership will leverage Renault's electric vehicle expertise and Plug Power's fuel cell technology to establish manufacturing capabilities and an innovation center focused on hydrogen solutions. The JV aims to commercialize hydrogen vehicles and related services, supporting Europe's decarbonization efforts.

Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ: PLUG) has announced a strategic partnership with SK Group to accelerate the hydrogen economy in Asian markets. This collaboration includes a $1.5 billion investment from SK Group, resulting in a 9.9% ownership stake in Plug Power through the acquisition of about 51.4 million shares. The partnership aims to provide hydrogen fuel cell systems and fueling stations, leveraging both companies' strengths. The investment is poised to close by Q1 2021, marking it as the largest U.S. clean energy PIPE in two decades.

Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:PLUG) has announced a business update conference call scheduled for January 26, 2021, at 10:00 am ET. CEO Andy Marsh will discuss preliminary results for 2020 and outline plans for 2021. Interested parties can join the call via toll-free number 877-405-1239 or through a direct webcast available on the Plug Power homepage. Plug Power is a leader in hydrogen fuel cell technology, having deployed over 40,000 systems globally and is actively expanding into zero-emission vehicles and other key markets.

Plug Power Inc (NASDAQ: PLUG) is expanding its hydrogen and fuel cell solutions into Walmart's eCommerce network, building on a partnership that began in 2010. This includes the provision of GenKey solutions, which currently support over 9,500 GenDrive vehicles at Walmart's 37 North American distribution centers. With plans for further growth in 2021, Plug Power aims to enhance operational efficiency as demand for eCommerce rises. The partnership highlights the reliability of Plug Power’s solutions, showcasing a 99% uptime and superior performance during increasing demand.

Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:PLUG) is set to collaborate with Gaussin to introduce a range of ProGen-powered hydrogen transportation vehicles by early 2021. This partnership aims to decarbonize the logistics ecosystem, addressing the increasing demand for sustainable transport solutions. Gaussin, a leader in hydrogen-powered vehicles, will integrate Plug Power’s advanced PEM electrolyzer technology to produce green hydrogen. The focus will be on cargo transportation at logistics centers and seaports globally, aiming to lead the zero-emission vehicle market amid strong growth projections for hydrogen in Europe.

Plug Power has successfully completed a historic capital raise of approximately $1 billion, marking its largest capital raise ever. This boost elevates the company's cash reserves to $1.7 billion and positions it to advance its green hydrogen strategy. Plans include building five regional hydrogen facilities in the U.S., operational by 2024 with a total capacity of 100 tons per day. Plug Power aims to become a leader in the green hydrogen economy, collaborating with partners to reduce hydrogen costs and support decarbonization in transportation.

Plug Power announced an upsized public offering of 38 million shares at $22.25 each, with a 30-day option for underwriters to purchase an additional 5.7 million shares. The offering, set to close around November 19, 2020, is made under an SEC registration statement. This move aims to support Plug Power's growth in the hydrogen fuel cell market, where it has already deployed over 38,000 systems. Morgan Stanley serves as the sole book-runner for this transaction.