The HyPStore project, delivered in partnership with Brunel University of London, has been awarded the Composites UK Industry Award 2025 for Innovation in Composite Materials. The award was presented at a ceremony held at The National Motorcycle Museum in Birmingham.

HyPStore's aim is to advance low-carbon hydrogen production and safe storage for mobility. The team, including a team of Queen Mary University of London academics led by Dr Tao Liu, was nominated for three awards, and took home the Innovation in Composite Materials award. The award recognises HyPStore for its pioneering work in developing mechanically robust, impermeable composite tanks. These advanced tanks incorporate graphene and self-healing systems for liquid hydrogen storage, featuring a Leak-Before-Break architecture that enhances safety and durability.

Dr Liu said "This achievement reflects the dedication, creativity and collaboration of everyone involved, from academic researchers to industry partners, and highlights the importance of advancing cutting-edge composite materials solutions within the hydrogen economy."

Led by Graphene Innovations Manchester, the HyPStore consortium brings together Marshall Slingsby Advanced Composites Limited, First Graphene Limited (ASX: FGR), Queen Mary University of London, Brunel Composites Centre (Brunel University of London), Australia Sunlight Group, University of Southern Queensland, and University of Melbourne. The project is funded by Innovate UK, the UK's national innovation agency.