The development of zero-emission transport requires not only modern vehicles, but above all the right energy infrastructure. The recently commissioned ORLEN hydrogen refuelling station in Gdynia is another example of an investment supporting the growth of the hydrogen economy in Poland and the infrastructure needed for the future of public and commercial transport.
Rockfin participated in the project as the consortium leader responsible for the EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) delivery of two hydrogen refuelling stations located in Gdynia and Płock.
Infrastructure for Passenger Cars, Buses and Heavy-Duty Vehicles
The new ORLEN station in Gdynia is the seventh publicly accessible hydrogen refuelling station in ORLEN's network. The facility enables hydrogen refuelling for passenger cars, buses and heavy-duty vehicles.
The station has been equipped with two refuelling standards:
- 700 bar for passenger cars,
- 350 bar for buses and heavy-duty vehicles.
This approach allows the facility to serve different user groups while supporting the development of hydrogen infrastructure across multiple transport segments. It is particularly relevant in the context of the growing importance of zero-emission mobility and new regulatory requirements affecting public transport fleets.
Rockfin as EPC Consortium Leader
Rockfin acted as the leader of the consortium responsible for delivering the EPC project covering the construction of hydrogen refuelling stations in Gdynia and Płock.
The company's scope of responsibility included:
- preparation of design and detailed engineering documentation,
- procurement of equipment,
- station installation and assembly,
- system validation,
- commissioning and start-up activities.
The project also required coordination of activities across process engineering, industrial automation and mechanical disciplines.
The EPC approach ensured efficient project execution, from engineering and procurement through construction, commissioning and preparation for operation.
From Engineering to Commissioning
One of the key elements of the project was the preparation of multidisciplinary engineering documentation covering pressure equipment, piping systems, process installations and automation systems.
The scope of work also included the preparation of documentation required for inspections, pressure equipment registration and infrastructure approval processes carried out by the relevant authorities and certification bodies.
As part of the project, Rockfin prepared documentation supporting inspection, certification and operational readiness processes, ensuring compliance with applicable technical requirements.
System Integration and Process Safety
The implementation of hydrogen refuelling infrastructure requires a combination of engineering expertise, execution capabilities and experience in industrial system integration.
In the field of automation, Rockfin was responsible for preparing engineering documentation, integrating equipment operating within the HRS infrastructure, configuring control and safety systems, and supporting the facility during inspection and approval processes.
The project also included the development of P&ID diagrams and participation in the preparation of HAZOP/SIL analyses related to process safety.
Such activities are essential for ensuring infrastructure reliability, user safety and compliance with the requirements applicable to modern hydrogen installations.
Infrastructure as the Foundation of the Energy Transition
As zero-emission transport continues to develop, the importance of energy infrastructure is increasing. The availability of reliable refuelling systems, security of supply and the ability to integrate multiple technologies will play a critical role in determining the pace of transformation in both public and commercial transport.
For this reason, Rockfin continues to expand its capabilities in the design, integration and delivery of hydrogen infrastructure projects.
The experience gained through projects delivered for ORLEN is now being leveraged in further investments supporting zero-emission transport, including the hydrogen refuelling station currently under construction for MZK Wejherowo – the first hydrogen refuelling station developed for a municipal public transport operator in Poland.
The development of the hydrogen market requires not only innovative technologies but also proven infrastructure and partners capable of delivering complex industrial projects. The projects completed for ORLEN are an important part of building these capabilities within Rockfin and represent another step forward in the development of modern energy infrastructure in Poland.