What Ad-Venta does

Ad-Venta is a privately-held French engineering company founded in 2005 in Châteauneuf-sur-Isère (Drôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes), specializing in pressurized gas handling for hydrogen applications. The firm designs, manufactures, and supplies the on-board hydrogen storage and pressure management interface between high-pressure tanks (up to 700 bar) and fuel cells, as well as complete tank manifolds, recirculation systems, and metal hydride storage modules. Its core product portfolio includes the SimplHy 35MPa/70MPa high-pressure regulators, SmartHy integrated tank manifolds, FittHy high-pressure fittings, HyLoop hydrogen recirculation systems (5–100 kW), HyFlow medium-pressure regulators, MicroReg point-of-use stabilizers, MiniReg low-pressure regulators, SolHyd metal hydride storage (20/50Nl), and HyCan 10Nl canisters.

The company's technology stack rests on EC79/2009 automotive type approval, ISO 9001:2015 quality certification, TPED cylinder valve approval, ISO 16111 compliance for SolHyd, and a US patent (granted 2013) covering its hydrogen storage innovation, alongside patented regulator and micro-flow technologies. Multiple products integrate pressure regulation, flow control, temperature management, and safety functions into modular assemblies with CAN communication for vehicle integration. The firm participates in TENERRDIS, France Hydrogène, ALPHEA Hydrogène, and the MEDEF International Task Force Hydrogen, and has been recognized through CleanTechOpen France 2013, BREF Rhône-Alpes Innovation 2013, and the Talent INPI 2016 award.

Ad-Venta's revenue model combines hardware sales of certified hydrogen components, engineering and R&D services for custom gas handling solutions, and licensing/royalty potential from its patent portfolio. It sells direct to enterprise customers (automotive OEMs, fuel cell integrators, research institutions) via B2B field sales, the dedicated AVA automotive subsidiary, and participation in major hydrogen industry trade shows (Hannover Messe, HyVolution, Smart Energy Week Tokyo). Reference customers include Faurecia (also a strategic shareholder), Pragma Industries, Axane (Air Liquide), BASF, Vinci, Symbiofcell, and H2SYS. Geographic focus spans France and Europe with targeted expansion into Japan, North America, and emerging segments such as aeronautics (liquid hydrogen) and maritime.

Name

Ad-Venta

Legal name

Ad-Venta

Website

https://ad-venta.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Ad-Venta is a French engineering firm that designs and manufactures patented hydrogen pressure regulators, integrated tank manifolds, recirculation systems, and metal hydride storage modules for fuel cell electric vehicles and industrial gas applications, serving automotive OEMs, integrators, and research institutions worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hydrogen Mobility Components

NAICS

Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (3334)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Oil & Gas Field Machinery & Equipment (3533)

akta.pro primary industry

Gas Handling Equipment & Storage (Cylinders/Tanks/Valves) (IMAEACAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Automotive Refrigerant Lines, Hoses & Thermal Plumbing (IMACALAG), Liquid Hydrogen (LH2) Storage & Cryogenic Tank Systems (EUAFAEAB)

Keywords

• Hydrogen pressure regulation
• Onboard hydrogen storage
• Fuel cell components
• Pressurized gas engineering
• Hydrogen mobility hardware

Headquarters

HQ city

Châteauneuf-sur-cher

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Hydrogen Pressure Regulation and Storage Hardware Sales: Ad-Venta designs, manufactures, and sells hydrogen pressure regulators (SimplHy, HyFlow, MicroReg, MiniReg), integrated tank manifolds (SmartHy), hydrogen recirculation systems (HyLoop), and complete hydrogen storage solutions (SolHyd, HyCan) to automotive OEMs, fuel cell vehicle manufacturers, research institutions, and hydrogen mobility companies. Revenue is generated through product sales, with EC79-certified components for automotive integration representing a key revenue driver.
2. Engineering and R&D Services: Ad-Venta provides engineering services including innovative design, prototyping, and production of pressurized gas handling solutions. The company collaborates with a network of specialists and experts, offering custom engineering solutions for gas applications, contributing to collaborative R&D projects (TERAEYE, Hy-CAN). Revenue includes fees for engineering design, prototyping, and consulting services.
3. Licensing and IP Royalties: Ad-Venta holds a portfolio of patents covering hydrogen storage and pressure regulation technologies. The company is open for partnership and IP trading, indicating potential licensing revenue from its patented technologies including SimplHy pressure regulator technology and micro-flow reducer innovations.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Ad-Venta is an innovative engineering company that designs, manufactures, and sells pressurized gas handling hardware for hydrogen applications, with a primary focus on on-board hydrogen storage systems, pressure regulators, integrated tank manifolds, and hydrogen recirculation components for fuel cell electric vehicles. The company also provides custom engineering, prototyping, and R&D services, and licenses patented hydrogen storage and pressure regulation technologies.

Product overview

Ad-Venta offers a comprehensive portfolio of hydrogen on-board storage and pressure management products for mobility applications. The product line includes: HyCan (10Nl gas cylinder), MiniReg (low-pressure regulator up to 68 bar), SolHyd (20-50Nl hydride-based storage), SmartHy (integrated tank manifold with regulator), SimplHy (35/70MPa high-pressure regulator), HyFlow (medium-pressure high-flow regulator), MicroReg (point-of-use stabilizer), and HyLoop (hydrogen recirculation system 5-100kW). These products work together to manage hydrogen from storage tank through pressure regulation to fuel cell delivery, covering applications from personal mobility (bikes, phones) to heavy-duty vehicles, buses, boats, and aerospace.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AD-VENTA AUTOMOTIVE (AVA): Subsidiary dedicated to automotive activity, industrializing and supplying components for Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles powered by Hydrogen.

Products and services

• SimplHy A compact, high-pressure regulator for on-board hydrogen vehicles (FCEV). Available in 35MPa and 70MPa versions, designed according to EC Directive 79/2009. Regulates pressure from 700 bar or 350 bar at the tank down to 1.5MPa upstream of the fuel cell. Patented technology with multi-connection interface capabilities.
• SmartHy An integrated tank manifold with high-pressure regulator for on-board hydrogen storage, EC79/2009 compliant. Modular design accommodating single or multiple tank configurations with integrated filling function, fire safety, low-pressure regulation, and remote-controlled shut-off valve.
• SolHyd A hydride-based hydrogen storage system available in 20Nl and 50Nl capacities, compliant with ISO 16111. Uses metal hydride technology for safe, reversible storage without compression. Includes integrated pressure regulator, on/off valve, and fire safety (TPRD/PRD) features. Patented technology.
• HyCan A 10Nl hydrogen gas storage tank compliant with UN1950, designed for limited hydrogen applications. Features easy transport (excluding airplane) and easy implementation with MiniReg regulator for powering small hydrogen fuel cells or inflating model drones.
• MiniReg
• HyFlow
• MicroReg
• HyLoop Hydrogen recirculation and regulation system for fuel cells. Available in ranges from 5kW to 100kW, installable in all hydrogen-powered mobility applications including boats, vehicles, trucks, and buses. Features low electrical consumption with passive recirculation, CAN communication, and reliability with almost no moving parts.
• TPED Cylinder Valve
• FittHy 70MPa Fittings High-pressure connection elements designed to enable connections between different high-pressure hydrogen components in a simple, efficient, compact, and safe manner. EC79 approved for automotive integration.
• SmallHy Bike
• Engineering and R&D Services

Quantifiable outcome

• SimplHy 70MPa reduces hydrogen tank pressure (700 bar) to fuel cell operating pressure (1.5MPa) safely and efficiently, compliant with EC79/2009
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• HPQ SiliconcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 December 2025HPQ Silicon Inc. and Novacium signed an industrial cooperation agreement with AD-VENTA to accelerate the development of the METAGENE hydrogen production technology. The collaboration aims to increase the hydrogen production station's output capacity to up to 20 kg per day and adapt it for autonomous, off-grid applications in remote environments.
• NovaciumcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 December 2025Novacium, together with HPQ Silicon and AD-VENTA, signed an industrial cooperation agreement to advance the METAGENE hydrogen production technology, targeting 20 kg per day output and off-grid autonomous applications.
• CEA (Commissariat à l'énergie atomique et aux énergies alternatives)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe CEA (French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission) partnered with Faurecia on fuel cell development. Ad-Venta, as a Faurecia portfolio company, is connected to CEA's broader hydrogen R&D ecosystem and technology development programs.
• Pragma IndustriescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAd-Venta works with Pragma Industries in the development of their Alpha hydrogen bicycles. Ad-Venta provides the onboard hydrogen storage system, which constitutes the safety organs and guarantees pressure management for the hydrogen bikes. Pragma Industries won the G7 Biarritz hydrogen bike project with 200 bikes for journalists.
• H2SYSminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAd-Venta's onboard hydrogen storage and distribution system (SupplHy) was displayed at H2SYS's stand during the Journées Hydrogène dans les territoires 2022, indicating a collaborative product integration partnership for hydrogen mobility applications.
• TENERRDIScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTENERRDIS is a competitiveness cluster for the development of new energy technologies in Rhône-Alpes, Drôme, Isère, and Savoie. Ad-Venta is a member of TENERRDIS and is involved either as a direct partner or as a sub-contractor in many collaborative R&D projects through this cluster.
• CNRS (Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCNRS is France's National Center of Scientific Research. Ad-Venta is associated with CNRS through various research collaborations including participation in R&D projects and partnerships with CNRS-affiliated institutes.
• Tenerdis MemberminorOthersTenerdis is the TENERRDIS competitiveness cluster for energy technologies in the Rhône-Alpes region. Ad-Venta holds Tenerdis membership, indicating active participation in the regional hydrogen and energy innovation ecosystem.
• Axane (Air Liquide subsidiary)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAxane, a subsidiary of Air Liquide specializing in fuel cell systems, is listed as a reference customer of Ad-Venta, indicating an ongoing commercial relationship in the hydrogen sector.
• BASFminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBASF, the global leader in the chemical industry, is listed as a reference customer on Ad-Venta's website.
• VinciminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVinci, the world's leading concessions and construction group, is listed as a reference customer on Ad-Venta's website.
• SymbiofcellminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSymbiofcell is listed as a reference customer on Ad-Venta's website, indicating an ongoing commercial relationship in the hydrogen fuel cell sector.
• CRETA (Consortium de Recherche pour le Développement des Technologies Avancées)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCRETA is a CNRS service unit for the promotion and valorization of research. Ad-Venta is associated with CRETA for research collaboration and technology development.
• Institut Néel (CNRS/UJF)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitut Néel is an interdisciplinary physics-chemistry research laboratory. Ad-Venta is associated with this institute for hydrogen and energy-related research collaboration.
• ALPHEA HydrogèneminorOthersALPHEA Hydrogène is a European network and center of expertise on hydrogen and its applications. Ad-Venta is linked to this network as a hydrogen technology provider.
• France Hydrogène (Association Française de l'Hydrogène)coreOthersFrance Hydrogène (formerly AFH2) is the French Hydrogen Association created in 1998 to promote hydrogen technologies. Ad-Venta participates in France Hydrogène events including Journées Hydrogène dans les territoires and was featured in their newsletter. Ad-Venta joined the MEDEF International Task Force Hydrogen alongside France Hydrogène.
• CCI Valence (Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie de Valence)minorOthersThe Valence Chamber of Commerce and Industry supports regional economic development. Ad-Venta is connected through the regional business ecosystem.
• INERIS (Institut National de l'Environnement industriel et des risques)minorOthersINERIS is France's national institute for industrial environment and risks. Ad-Venta is associated for hydrogen safety and regulatory compliance in industrial environments.
• ARDI Rhône-AlpesminorOthersARDI Rhône-Alpes is a regional development and innovation agency. Ad-Venta benefits from regional innovation support through this agency.
• Task Force Hydrogène (MEDEF International & France Hydrogène)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerAd-Venta joined the Task Force Hydrogen by MEDEF International and France Hydrogène alongside Enogia, EODev, Green Corp Konnection (GCK), H2X-ECOSYSTEMS, Verso Energy, Améthyste, HELION Hydrogen Power, ATAWEY, H2SYS, Bulane Hydrogen Cleantech, FillnDrive, Haffner Energy, and 45-8 ENERGY. This coalition is focused on international deployment of hydrogen innovative solutions.
• École La JoliverieminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAd-Venta partnered with the La Joliverie school for the EducEco challenge with the MicroJoule5 project, providing compact and lightweight CNV (compressed natural gas) storage solutions for the Shell Eco Marathon competition vehicle.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Worthington Industries: Manufactures pressure cylinders, regulators and valves for industrial gases and alternative fuels including hydrogen. Comparable to Ad-Venta in pressure vessel and valve manufacturing for gas handling.
• Luxfer Holdings: Specialist in high-pressure gas cylinders (composite and aluminum) and gas containment solutions used in alternative fuel vehicles, including hydrogen. Comparable to Ad-Venta in high-pressure hydrogen storage hardware for mobility.
• Plastic Omnium: Tier-1 automotive supplier with a hydrogen storage and fuel cell system business (including Type IV high-pressure tanks and integrated systems). Directly comparable to Ad-Venta as a hydrogen component/system supplier targeting FCEV OEMs.
• Hexagon Purus: Manufacturer of Type IV high-pressure hydrogen cylinders and full vehicle storage systems for trucks, buses and aerospace. Comparable to Ad-Venta's onboard hydrogen storage and regulation portfolio, particularly on the cylinder/tank side.
• Pragma Industries: French manufacturer of hydrogen bicycles and light mobility solutions; Ad-Venta is an existing supplier of onboard hydrogen storage for Pragma's Alpha bikes. Comparable as a hydrogen mobility integrator using Ad-Venta's components.
• Rotarex: Specialist in high-precision valves, regulators and gas handling equipment for industrial, medical and alternative-fuel applications. Closest direct peer to Ad-Venta in pressure regulation and valve technology for gases including hydrogen.

Emerging players

• Hydrogenious LOHC Technologies: German company developing liquid organic hydrogen carrier (LOHC) storage and transport solutions. Comparable to Ad-Venta in the broader hydrogen storage and handling value chain, though focused on a different storage modality.

Broad incumbents

• Air Liquide: Global industrial gas major with a dedicated hydrogen energy business and a fuel cell systems subsidiary (Axane), which is itself an Ad-Venta reference customer. Comparable as both a potential supplier and competitor in hydrogen systems.
• Parker Hannifin: Large diversified motion and control technology company with a hydrogen-focused product line covering fittings, valves, regulators and fluid handling for fuel cell vehicles. Comparable as a broad incumbent in hydrogen componentry.
• Faurecia (FORVIA): Global automotive Tier-1 and Ad-Venta's strategic shareholder; operates a hydrogen fuel cell systems business covering tanks, stacks and integration. Comparable as a downstream integrator that both partners with and competes against Ad-Venta's AVA subsidiary.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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