Ceres Power Holdings PLC, based in Horsham, England, has announced the successful operation of its first megawatt solid oxide electrolyser cell demonstrator system for hydrogen production. This milestone, achieved at Shell PLC's technology center in Bangalore, India, marks a crucial step in showcasing the maturity and potential of the technology. The system is designed to produce up to 600 kilograms of hydrogen per day, offering promising prospects for large-scale industrial applications. Ceres Power anticipates that the operational phase of the demonstrator will not only exhibit robustness but also lead to reduced operational costs, making hydrogen production more economically feasible. The company plans to leverage the data and learnings gathered from this initiative to develop a competitive and scalable solution tailored for industrial processes. According to Chief Executive Phil Caldwell, this achievement underscores the ability of Ceres' high-efficiency technology to scale effectively and address the growing demand for hydrogen in various industries. The focus is on providing a pathway to cost-effective hydrogen production for sectors like green steel, ammonia, and synthetic fuels. Shares in Ceres Power Holdings saw a slight increase following the positive news. The company's innovative approach to hydrogen production is expected to contribute significantly to the advancement of clean energy technologies in the near future.