Hy-Hybrid Energy Wins a Scotland Prestige Award 2026

Dr. Naveed Akhtar (left) receiving Scotland Prestige Award

Scotland Prestige Award 2026

Recognised for its expertise in hydrogen, fuel cells and clean-energy innovation, advancing affordable and commercially viable energy solutions worldwide.

GLASGOW, UNITED KINGDOM, October 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Hy-Hybrid Energy is delighted to announce that it has been recognised for its services in the hydrogen and fuel cell sector at the Scotland Prestige Awards 2026, celebrating its contributions to hydrogen technologies, fuel cell development and the wider clean energy transition.

The Prestige Awards celebrate businesses that demonstrate excellence, innovation and outstanding service within their respective markets over the past 12 months. The awards judging process considers factors including service excellence, quality, innovation, value, ethical and sustainable practices, and consistency of performance.

The recognition reflects Hy-Hybrid Energy’s commitment to providing independent technical, strategic and commercial services to organisations developing and deploying sustainable energy technologies. Through its multidisciplinary expertise, the company helps businesses evaluate emerging technologies, assess project feasibility, undertake technical due diligence and develop practical solutions to complex energy challenges.

Founded by Dr. Naveed Akhtar, Hy-Hybrid Energy brings more than 25 years of experience across hydrogen, fuel cells and clean-energy technologies. Its expertise spans green hydrogen production, electrolysers, fuel-cell systems, energy storage, distributed power generation, microgrids and sustainable aviation. The company has supported projects and initiatives across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and other international markets, working at the intersection of engineering, technology selection, project development and commercial strategy.

Its project experience includes a 400 MW green hydrogen production development, microtubular solid oxide fuel cells for mobility applications, fuel-cell and battery-electric buses in Hungary, hydrogen-powered drones, fuel-cell systems for off-grid and mobility applications, and hybrid fuel-cell–gas turbine systems for aviation. Hy-Hybrid Energy also advances hydrogen-powered aviation, sustainable aviation fuels (e-SAF) and the International Hydrogen Aviation Conference (IHAC), helping progress hydrogen innovation across the energy and transport sectors.

Hy-Hybrid Energy works with technology developers, investors, project owners and industry partners to evaluate technical and commercial opportunities, strengthen project propositions and accelerate the adoption of lower-carbon energy solutions.

Dr. Naveed Akhtar, Founder and CEO of Hy-Hybrid Energy, commented:

“We are delighted to receive this recognition from the Scotland Prestige Awards. It reflects our long-standing commitment to advancing hydrogen and clean-energy technologies and helping organisations turn innovative ideas into technically sound and commercially viable projects."

“Having worked across the hydrogen and fuel-cell sectors for more than 25 years, I have seen both the significant potential of these technologies and the challenges involved in bringing them to market. At Hy-Hybrid Energy, we combine engineering expertise with strategic and commercial insight to help our clients navigate these challenges and identify the right solutions for their needs."

“We are proud to be recognised for our work and look forward to continuing to support the development of a more sustainable, secure and affordable energy future.”

Collaboration remains central to Hy-Hybrid Energy’s approach. The company works with technology developers, project owners, investors and industry stakeholders to advance hydrogen innovation, strengthen project development and support the commercial deployment of affordable, sustainable energy solutions across international markets.

As demand grows for reliable, lower-carbon energy across industrial, transport and power-generation applications, Hy-Hybrid Energy continues to support organisations through technology assessment, feasibility studies, technical due diligence, business development and strategic partnerships.

The recognition marks an important milestone for the company and reinforces its ambition to contribute to the development and commercialisation of hydrogen and clean-energy solutions in Scotland and internationally.

About Hy-Hybrid Energy
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Hy-Hybrid Energy is a Glasgow-based clean energy technology company specialising in hydrogen, fuel cells, and sustainable energy systems. Founded and led by Dr. Naveed Akhtar, the company brings over 25 years of applied expertise across all major fuel cell types - PEM, SOFC, AFC, and DMFC - and operates across transport, aviation, industrial, and off-grid energy sectors. Dr. Akhtar is the founder of the International Hydrogen Aviation Conference (IHAC), the world's first dedicated global platform for hydrogen aviation, established in 2020. His leadership includes transformative initiatives, including green hydrogen & e-fuel projects at NEOM, Saudi Arabia, helping accelerate the global transition to a net-zero energy future. The company works with leading players across the hydrogen and fuel cell sector globally, providing research, system development, and strategic advisory services.

Web: https://www.hy-hybrid.com/
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