CHARBONE Corporation (TSXV: CH; OTCQB: CHHYF; FSE: K47), a vertically integrated industrial gases company, announced a long-term hydrogen supply contract with Hone Inc., a provider of mobile hydrogen power solutions for the entertainment industry. The agreement formalizes and extends a commercial relationship that began with CHARBONE’s first hydrogen sales in Ontario in January 2026, reflecting growing acceptance of clean hydrogen for on-set power generation in North America’s active production markets.
Hone delivers mobile hydrogen power as a clean alternative to diesel generators for film and television productions. Its trailer-mounted 165 kW hydrogen ICE generator systems replicate standard 1,400-amp diesel gensets, eliminating emissions on set. Each generator day can displace more than 1.5 tonnes of CO2 compared to diesel operations. CHARBONE’s ultra-high purity (UHP) hydrogen fuels Hone’s proprietary Fuel Block™ delivery and drop-and-swap refueling system, enabling uninterrupted power throughout production.
The partnership has gained traction with a major Hollywood Studio filming multiple productions in Toronto, which has utilized Hone’s hydrogen generator service and CHARBONE’s clean hydrogen on several occasions. This validation underscores the real-world viability of hydrogen as a clean, reliable power source in mobile and time-sensitive production environments.
The binding supply agreement covers a two-year term, with specific volume, pricing, and financial terms undisclosed to maintain CHARBONE’s competitive position. The company noted that demand for its clean UHP hydrogen continues to outpace supply, highlighting the strategic importance of expanding its production network. Revenues from production, distribution, and service activities are reported on a consolidated basis in quarterly financial statements.
Dave Gagnon, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of CHARBONE, said, “This long-term supply agreement with Hone is a direct extension of the commercial momentum we established earlier this year, and it reflects something meaningful: the entertainment industry is not just testing hydrogen, it is integrating it into active studio production workflows. Clean hydrogen is proving its value in some of the most demanding operational environments, where reliability, safety, and performance are non-negotiable. We are proud to be the supply partner enabling that transition.”
Ry Smith, CEO of Hone, added, “Partnering with CHARBONE on a long-term basis gives Hone the supply certainty we need to confidently serve our clients across multiple Hollywood productions, and a diverse range of other industries and clients. Clean, reliable hydrogen is the foundation of our service offering, and CHARBONE’s clean UHP hydrogen meets the quality and logistics standards our customers depend on.”
For the audience of business and technology leaders, this agreement signals a shift in the energy landscape for the entertainment sector, traditionally reliant on diesel generators. The adoption of hydrogen power not only reduces carbon footprints but also demonstrates operational reliability in high-stakes production environments. As CHARBONE expands its production network, the company is positioned to serve growing demand from industries including semiconductors, AI and data centers, pharmaceuticals, and aerospace, where UHP gases are critical.
For more information about CHARBONE, visit www.charbone.com. For more about Hone, visit www.honeinc.ca.
