Time Technoplast completes successful hydrogen-powered drone trials

Time Technoplast Limited announced the successful development and flight trials of an in-house hydrogen-powered drone, integrated with a Type-III Fully Wrapped Composite Hydrogen Cylinder and a hydrogen fuel-cell system. This achievement marks the first successful integration in India of locally made Composite Hydrogen Cylinders with fuel-cell-powered unmanned aerial platforms. The drone met all targeted endurance, payload, and operational parameters during initial performance and validation tests, establishing a foundation for commercial deployment across civilian, industrial, and defense sectors.

This development follows the company receiving Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organization (PESO) approval for Type-III Hydrogen Composite Cylinders. The project was executed and validated within the committed timeline.

Hydrogen-powered drones offer significant advantages over battery-based systems, including 3-5x longer flight endurance, rapid refueling, higher payload capability, and zero-emission operation. The global drone market, estimated at ~$30 bn today, is projected to reach ~$70 bn by 2033, accelerating demand for high-performance, sustainable propulsion solutions.