Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the hydrogen energy sector [4] Core Viewpoints - The hydrogen energy industry is experiencing continuous development due to favorable policies in China, with an increase in electrolyzer bidding projects and breakthroughs in hydrogen production technology. It is recommended to pay attention to companies involved in electrolyzer bidding [3][41] - The midstream sector is accelerating the development of hydrogen transportation and the construction of hydrogen refueling stations, suggesting a focus on companies capable of hydrogen transportation [3][41] - The downstream sector is exploring various application scenarios for hydrogen energy, promoting the adoption of hydrogen vehicles, and recommending attention to companies in the hydrogen vehicle application field [3][41] Industry Performance - As of June 13, 2025, the hydrogen energy index closed at 2047.76 points, with a weekly increase of 0.34% and a year-to-date increase of 15.25%. The hydrogen energy index ranked 42nd among the Shenwan secondary industry rankings, improving by 9 places compared to the previous week [8][15] - The top five companies in the hydrogen energy sector by weekly increase were Meichen Technology (40.96%), Yong'an Pharmaceutical (26.38%), Hengguang Co., Ltd. (25.1%), ST Baili (22.89%), and Pan-Asia Micro透 (22.02%). The top five companies by weekly decrease were Chaojie Co., Ltd. (-23.23%), Xue Ren Co., Ltd. (-14.57%), Huapei Power (-9.09%), Zhongcai Technology (-8.54%), and Xin Xun Da (-8.3%) [15][16] Hydrogen Industry Data Review - As of June 13, 2025, there have been 20 cumulative electrolyzer bidding projects in China, primarily involving alkaline and PEM types. A significant breakthrough was achieved with the development of a 2 MW AEM electrolyzer by Beijing Green Wave Hydrogen Energy Technology Co., Ltd. [17] - In April 2025, the production of fuel cell vehicles (FCVs) saw a decrease, with 342 units produced and 328 units sold, marking a month-on-month decline of 6.3% and 13%, respectively. Cumulatively, 926 FCVs were produced and 957 sold from January to April 2025, representing year-on-year declines of 22.45% and 10.89% [21][24] Industry Dynamics and Company Developments - Significant breakthroughs in hydrogen transportation technology were reported, including the successful operation of a non-metal flexible hydrogen pipeline by State Power Investment Corporation [36] - The first domestic hydrogen internal combustion engine generator set has been commercially operated in Hubei, showcasing the ability to utilize industrial by-product hydrogen for power generation [36] - Plug Power has partnered with Allied Green to advance a green hydrogen project in Uzbekistan, highlighting international collaboration in the hydrogen sector [38]