Amazon Partners With Hydrogen Fuel Cell Provider For Industrial Equipment

Through signing an agreement with energy solutions provider Plug Power Inc., Amazon will begin powering its industrial equipment such as forklifts using GenKey technology.

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LATHAM, N.Y., β€” Plug Power Inc., a provider of energy solutions, announced that it has reached an agreement with Amazon to utilize Plug Power fuel cells and hydrogen technology in its fulfillment network. At select fulfillment center locations, Amazon will begin powering its industrial equipment such as forklifts using the GenKey technology which will enable faster charging times, reduced costs, and support energy-efficiency in Amazon's fulfillment operations.  Revenues associated with the commercial agreements are expected to be around $70 million in 2017.

"This agreement is a tremendous opportunity for Plug Power to further innovate and grow while helping to support the work Amazon does to pick, pack and ship customer orders," said Andy Marsh, CEO of Plug Power. "Our hydrogen fuel cell technology, comprehensive service network, and commitment to providing cost-savings for customers has enabled Plug Power to become a trusted partner to many in the industry and we are excited to begin working with Amazon."

Additionally, Amazon and Plug Power will begin working together on technology collaboration, exploring the expansion of applications for Plug Power's line of ProGen fuel cell engines.

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