Charbone Corporation (TSXV: CH; OTCQB: CHHYF; FSE: K47), a vertically integrated industrial gases company, has announced significant progress on its Phase 1B construction 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, and surveyors have completed all necessary site markings for the construction of production areas and an operations and maintenance building. This marks the official start of the Phase 1B construction stage, with the goal of making upgraded production capacity operational during the upcoming fall.
The tasks involved in this phase include comprehensive preparation of the technological infrastructure and placement of foundational structures required for subsequent assembly of primary production equipment. Charbone's general contractor and subcontractor teams have begun work, and production equipment is expected to arrive in the coming weeks.
In a parallel development, Charbone has successfully received and installed a cutting-edge gas chromatography system for on-site batch purity testing of its clean UHP hydrogen. The system, engineered for high-purity hydrogen analysis, was deployed by a world-renowned firm recognized for its commitment to integrity in life sciences, diagnostics, and applied markets. The system's function is to identify traces of impurities and guarantee purity gas compliance with relevant standards. This installation enables Charbone to meet stringent purity benchmarks easily, aiming to enhance sales among customers who require 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 & Chief Executive Officer 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, and demand-driven approach, combined with its integrated storage and distribution platform for all UHP gases, supports scalable growth and enhances operational flexibility. The company serves customers across sectors including semiconductors, artificial intelligence and data centers, advanced pharmaceuticals, and aerospace and defense technologies, where UHP gases are critical for high-precision manufacturing. By advancing its Sorel-Tracy facility, Charbone aims to address supply gaps for underserved industrial customers and accelerate the shift towards localized clean energy.
The company is listed on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol CH, on the OTC Markets under CHHYF, and on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange under K47. For more information, visit www.charbone.com.
