Charbone Corporation, a vertically integrated industrial gases company, has announced significant progress in the construction of Phase 1B at its clean ultra-high purity (UHP) hydrogen plant in Sorel-Tracy, Quebec. The company reported that heavy civil construction equipment has arrived on site, with surveyors completing markings for production areas and the operations building. This marks the official start of the Phase 1B construction stage, which includes preparing technological infrastructure and foundational structures for primary equipment assembly. The goal is to make upgraded production capacity operational during the upcoming fall.
In a separate development, Charbone has successfully received and installed a cutting-edge gas chromatography system from a world-renowned firm specializing in life sciences and diagnostics. This system is engineered for high-purity hydrogen analysis, identifying traces of impurities to ensure compliance with purity standards. The deployment enables on-site batch purity testing, enhancing Charbone's ability to meet stringent purity benchmarks and potentially boost sales among customers requiring effective testing solutions.
“Our upgraded operations in Sorel-Tracy, Quebec, Canada, represent another cornerstone of our strategic growth and our commitment toward our shareholders and customers to a world class unique plant in its kind,” said Dave Gagnon, Chairman & CEO of Charbone. “We are proud to be a leader in high purity gases, fostering innovation and creating opportunities as we expand our sustainable practices.”
Charbone’s modular, decentralized approach to UHP hydrogen production, combined with integrated storage and distribution, supports scalable growth and operational flexibility. The company serves sectors such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence, data centers, advanced pharmaceuticals, and aerospace, where UHP gases are critical for high-precision manufacturing. For more information, visit www.charbone.com.
The company is listed on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV: CH), OTC Markets (OTCQB: CHHYF), and Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FSE: K47). Forward-looking statements in this release are subject to risks and uncertainties, as detailed in the Corporation’s Filing Statement dated March 31, 2022, available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.
