Hydrogen transportation

Your path to the hydrogen core network with a 
T - pipe branch from OGE 

Together with OGE, you can realize your hydrogen ramp-up by means of a pipe branch in the form of a so-called T-piece, a connection preparation whose shape is reminiscent of the letter T. This enables you to connect to our hydrogen pipes in the core network.

You have the option, e.g. for your plant location, your distribution network area or your municipality, of having OGE plan a T-piece on a suitable pipeline as part of the construction of the first pipelines and thus obtain a connection option to the hydrogen pipelines of the core network

Your advantage: You have the certainty of having a connection option to the Germany-wide hydrogen core network as soon as the relevant OGE pipeline is commissioned. Securing a T-piece does not involve any further investment in a connection line or the binding booking of transport capacities in OGE's network. You remain flexible. You can make your decision about concluding grid connection and grid utilization contracts at a later date.

Why should you think about branching off at an early stage?

  • Hydrogen as the energy source of the future: By opting for hydrogen as an energy source, you can achieve your sustainability goals and position yourself for the future at the same time. Hydrogen offers you a wide range of benefits, from environmental sustainability to operational flexibility and competitive advantages.
  • Cost benefits through synergies: Various synergy effects can be achieved during the construction of the T-piece n - whether new construction or conversion of lines - compared to subsequent construction in existing buildings. This generally results in cost savings for you.
  • Increased planning security: A considerable amount of work will be required over the next few years as part of the H2 network expansion. The subsequent installation of connections may therefore require longer implementation periods, which could significantly delay your projects. By making an early decision in favour of a line branch or alternative connection preparation, you avoid this planning risk.
  • Location advantage: Create a location advantage for your company, your distribution grid area or your region by securing a line tapping or alternative connection preparation at an early stage and thus the option of access to the nationwide core grid.

At present, line branches or alternative connection preparations are possible for the early OGE line sections of the core grid.

  • Sections of the GET H2 system with planned commissioning of the GET H2 in stages by 12/2027
  • Wilhelmshaven-Küsten-Leitung (WKL) with planned commissioning in 12/2027
  • Nordsee-Ruhr-Link I and III (NRL) with planned commissioning in 12/2027

Please contact us for pipelines whose planned commissioning according to the hydrogen core grid approval is before 1 January 2028.