Charbone Corporation (TSXV: CH; OTCQB: CHHYF; FSE: K47), a vertically integrated industrial gases company, has announced significant progress on its Sorel-Tracy Phase 1B construction and the installation of metrology equipment for on-site batch purity testing of clean ultra-high purity (UHP) hydrogen. The company aims to make its upgraded production capacity operational during the upcoming fall.
Heavy civil construction equipment has arrived at the Sorel-Tracy plant in Quebec, and Charbone’s general contractor and subcontractor teams have begun work. Surveyors have completed all necessary site markings for the construction of production areas, preparing for the arrival of production equipment in the coming weeks and the construction of the operation and maintenance building. This marks the official initiation of the Phase 1B construction stage, which involves comprehensive preparation of technological infrastructure and foundational structures required for subsequent assembly of primary equipment.
In parallel, a cutting-edge gas chromatography system has been deployed by a world-renowned firm specializing in life sciences, diagnostics, and applied markets. The system is specifically engineered for high-purity hydrogen analysis, designed to identify traces of impurities and guarantee purity gas compliance and quality with relevant standards. This installation enables Charbone to easily verify its stringent purity benchmarks, 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 clean UHP hydrogen production facilities serve 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 processes. The company’s modular, decentralized, and demand-driven approach, combined with its integrated storage and distribution platform for all UHP gases, supports scalable growth and enables stable revenue generation. By advancing its Sorel-Tracy plant, Charbone reinforces its role in providing accessible, decentralized clean hydrogen and specialty gases, addressing supply gaps for underserved industrial customers and supporting the global transition to a lower-carbon economy.
The company is listed on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV: CH), the OTC Markets (OTCQB: CHHYF), and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FSE: K47). More information is available at www.charbone.com.
