CHARBONE Corporation, a vertically integrated industrial gases company, announced on June 10, 2026, that it has secured a long-term hydrogen supply contract with Hone Inc., a provider of mobile hydrogen power solutions for the film and television production industry. The two-year binding agreement formalizes and extends a commercial relationship that began with CHARBONE’s first hydrogen sales in Ontario to Hone in January 2026. This partnership highlights the growing acceptance of clean hydrogen as a viable energy source for on-set power generation in one of North America’s busiest production markets.
Hone’s trailer-mounted 165 kW hydrogen ICE generator systems serve as a clean alternative to traditional diesel generators, replicating the standard 1,400-amp diesel genset while 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 hydrogen fuels Hone’s proprietary Fuel Block™ delivery and drop-and-swap refueling system, ensuring uninterrupted power throughout production.
The commercial traction achieved through this partnership demonstrates the real-world viability of hydrogen in mobile and time-sensitive production environments. A major Hollywood Studio with multiple productions filming in Toronto has utilized Hone’s hydrogen generator service and CHARBONE’s clean hydrogen on several occasions, providing important validation of both the technology and the supply chain supporting it.
Dave Gagnon, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of CHARBONE, stated, “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, and we look forward to supporting Hone and their clients across what we expect to be a growing number of Hollywood productions.”
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.”
Consistent with its practice, CHARBONE did not disclose the volume, pricing, or financial terms of the agreement to maintain its competitive position. The company noted that demand for its clean UHP hydrogen continues to outpace available supply, underscoring the strategic importance of expanding its production network. Revenues from production, distribution, and service activities will be presented on a consolidated basis in quarterly financial statements.
This development is significant for the entertainment industry as it moves toward reducing its carbon footprint. By replacing diesel generators with hydrogen-powered alternatives, productions can significantly cut emissions without compromising power reliability or workflow. The involvement of a major Hollywood studio signals a broader shift that could influence other studios and industries to adopt clean energy solutions. For CHARBONE, the contract strengthens its position in the clean hydrogen market and supports its network expansion plans across North America.
