ZAL (Hamburg): Test bench consisting of a climate and altitude chamber to operate hydrogen powered fuel cell systems at the Hanseatic Hydrogen Center for Aviation and Maritime (H2AM)

Tender summary

ZAL is the leading technological research and development platform for civil aviation in Hamburg. Together with its partners, ZAL works on the integration and industrialization of innovative aviation technologies. The heart of the research center is the ZAL GmbH team of about 60 people. Its task is to create the ideal conditions for applied aviation research. This includes the operation of the ZAL TechCenter as well as the provision of research facilities or events. In addition, a dedicated Research & Technology team of 40 scientists and engineers work on research and innovation projects and support partners to develop technological solutions. Subject of this tender is the delivery and service of a test bench to operate a hydrogen powered fuel cell systems with an electric output power up to 200 kW in a simulated altitude between 0 m/0 ft and minimum 7600 m/25.000 ft at the Hanseatic Hydrogen Center for Aviation and Maritime (H2AM) for ZAL Center of Applied Aeronautical Research. The tender also covers related optional maintenance services, which are subject to a separate maintenance agreement.

What to check before bidding

• Issued by ZAL Zentrum für Angewandte Luftfahrtforschung GmbH.
• Located in Germany.
• Source notice 280616-2026 on TED.
• Notice published 24 Apr 2026; Tenqual indexed it 26 Apr 2026.
• No closing date is listed yet.
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