Solvay S.A. and Enagás have joined forces to establish a hydrogen storage hub in Polanco, Cantabria, Spain. This collaboration aims to take advantage of Solvay's expertise in repurposing salt caverns for renewable hydrogen storage, previously utilized for soda ash production. Enagás, known for its proficiency in energy transport and hydrogen infrastructure, will integrate this storage capacity into Spain's future energy system. The initiative aligns with Spain's aspiration to emerge as a significant renewable hydrogen producer and exporter. The salt caverns will offer a secure, adaptable, and expandable solution for storing renewable hydrogen, contributing to network stability and mitigating renewable electricity intermittency challenges. President of Solvay's Soda Ash and Derivatives business, Etienne Galan, highlighted the strategic role of the European chemical industry in advancing clean energy solutions through this partnership with Enagás. Enagás CEO, Arturo Gonzalo, emphasized the milestone achieved in Spain's hydrogen infrastructure development, emphasizing the collaboration's role in supporting national and European decarbonization objectives while enhancing competitiveness. The project's engagement with local stakeholders not only solidifies Solvay's position as a leading provider of salt cavern infrastructure in Europe but also signifies a notable expansion into Spain, following its track record of over 100 caverns in Germany.