Gulf Cryo, the Kuwaiti regional leader in end-to-end industrial gases and decarbonization solutions across the MENAT region, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Energy and Safety Technology UMSICHT.  The MoU establishes a strategic collaboration in the fields of carbon conversion, hydrogen technologies and energy efficiency, with the aim of accelerating Kuwait’s and the broader region’s transition to low-carbon economies.

This partnership forms part of Gulf Cryo’s long-term strategy, under which the company is already establishing applied research capabilities. These capabilities enable the testing, scaling and commercialization of technologies tailored to local needs.

Promoting decarbonization and circular economies

Gulf Cryo brings industrial, market, and applications expertise while Fraunhofer UMSICHT contributes a strong record in applied research and innovation with a focus on Circular Economy, Green Hydrogen, Carbon Management and Local Energy Systems. Together, the two organizations aim at bridging the gap between research and industrial implementation, with a joint focus on decarbonization and localization to advance sustainable circular economies.

The agreement aligns with Kuwait Vision 2035, which emphasizes private-sector empowerment, innovation, and environmental responsibility. It also responds to the Public Environment Authority’s call for closer collaboration between government and industry to localize technologies that enable a sustainable economy. The MoU was formalized during a ceremony in Kuwait attended by representatives from government, industry, research, and the diplomatic community.

“This partnership reflects our role as a national enabler of sustainable solutions. Partnerships with experts such as Fraunhofer are essential to advancing local innovations and accelerating the energy transition”, Gulf Cryo’s Chairman Amer Huneidi commented. "I invite authorities and industries to join us in developing next-generation solutions that enhance both sustainability and efficiency. Together, we can demonstrate that sustainability is not a cost, but a catalyst to innovate and build stronger economies”, he added.

“The industrial implementation and scaling of new technologies is essential for reducing carbon emissions and advancing energy transition. Strong partnerships with regional leaders such as Gulf Cryo will make this change possible”, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Manfred Renner, Head of Institute of Fraunhofer UMSICHT said.

_{About Gulf Cryo}

_{Gulf Cryo is a regional solutions provider delivering integrated applications in industrial, medical, and specialty gases across the Middle East. With more than 70 years of experience, the company develops and deploys technologies that advance decarbonization, energy efficiency, and the circular economy. Gulf Cryo plays an enabling role in supporting national strategies across the region—reducing emissions, accelerating the energy transition, and fostering innovation that benefits both the economy and the environment.}

_{About Fraunhofer UMSICHT 
Pioneering the way to a sustainable world}

_{Fraunhofer UMSICHT supports industries and society in the transfer to a climate-neutral and circular economic system. Our research focuses on Circular Economy, Green Hydrogen, Carbon Management and Local Energy Systems. We develop materials and processes for the circular use of resources and for the electrochemical production, use and storage of green hydrogen. We also offer solutions for the sustainable use of carbon and develop energy concepts for climate-neutral residential, commercial and industrial sites. We combine expertise in process engineering, energy technology and materials development with a comprehensive view of the challenges facing large-scale industry, SMEs and society. We provide holistic utilization advice, point out options for action, weigh them up and develop the best solution in each case.}