As North-West Europe races towards decarbonization, hydrogen stands out as a cornerstone for a clean industrial future. The region, including the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany, is keen on transitioning to a hydrogen economy given the energy-intensive clusters present there. A recent report by TNO and Arcadis under the HY3+ project sheds light on the vast potential and critical gaps in the cross-border hydrogen infrastructure of the region. Hydrogen plays multiple vital roles in decarbonization, such as fuel, feedstock, electricity buffer, and energy carrier. The study stresses the importance of moving renewable energy from North Sea wind farms to inland industrial clusters through hydrogen. However, the report warns about the current lack of a connected network between the major clusters in the three countries by 2030, with full connection expected only after 2032. The need for robust underground storage systems to balance the variable nature of renewable energy sources is highlighted. The report indicates that the current underground storage development is insufficient, leading to potential curtailment of hydrogen supply and demand annually. Coordinated east-west connections between production hubs, demand clusters, and storage locations are deemed essential for a sustainable hydrogen system. Despite the challenges, the report remains optimistic, providing concrete recommendations to bridge the gap between vision and execution in the hydrogen sector. Immediate actions such as accelerating storage development, implementing flexible systems at ports, and coordinating infrastructure roll-outs across borders are crucial for a successful transition to a hydrogen economy in North-West Europe.