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26^th March 2008 (Source: Intelligent Energy )

Through this substantial investment in Intelligent Energy’s fuel cell technology, Suzuki has demonstrated its commitment to clean transport innovation and solutions. The collaboration has already resulted in the Suzuki Crosscage, a hydrogen fuelled concept motorcycle unveiled at the 2007 Tokyo Motor show.

Intelligent Energy’s high performance fuel cell power systems coupled with Suzuki’s commitment to low-emissions transport mean the reality of hydrogen powered motorcycles is closer than ever.

"This is an important next step for our collaboration with Suzuki as we move from a very successful concept toward a range of commercially viable fuel cell motorcycles" commented Phil Caldwell, director of business development at Intelligent Energy. "We have developed an excellent relationship with Suzuki over the past two years and this agreement further strengthens our partnership."

"Our fuel cells are efficient, robust, and emit zero carbon at the tailpipe", added Henri Winand, chief executive of Intelligent Energy.

"Both Intelligent Energy and Suzuki are committed to the development of cleaner and more responsible vehicles for the consumer. The Crosscage is an example of what can be achieved when invention meets ambition, and we’re looking forward to the next phase in the relationship."

Intelligent Energy’s proprietary Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cell designs are based on the use of thin metallic plates, which make the fuel cell stack compact and amenable to mass manufacture. Fuel cells generate power from hydrogen, producing water as the only by-product. In addition to its range of fuel cells, Intelligent Energy is actively engaged in developing hydrogen generation technology. As the automotive sector increasingly turns to alternative fuels, Suzuki and Intelligent Energy are at the forefront of making hydrogen a major player in the future of clean motorcycle transport.

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About Intelligent Energy:

Intelligent Energy is focused on the provision of cleaner power and carbon abatement, via a range of world-class fuel cell, fuel processing, desulphurisation and hydrogen generation technologies. Intelligent Energy partners with leading companies globally in the transportation, oil and gas, aerospace, defence, distributed generation and portable power markets. Current partners and customers include Boeing, PSA Peugeot Citroën, and the Suzuki Motor Corporation.

www.intelligent-energy.com

About the Suzuki Motor Corporation:

The Suzuki Motor Corporation is one of the rare manufacturers in the world to produce both motorcycles and automobiles. The company designs and manufactures passenger cars, commercial vehicles, motorcycles, ATVs and outboard motors. Its motorcycle products range from scooters to large motorcycles to meet the diverse demands of its customers around the world. Suzuki’s automobile business has large share of the Japanese mini car market and develops a range of unique products such as SUVs and mini-vans for the global market, focusing on the compact car market in response to increasing concerns for the good of the environment.

The company vigorously promotes technical cooperation through numerous joint ventures overseas and its main production facilities are located in 23 countries and areas around the world, enabling Suzuki to operate as a global organization serving 192 countries and areas.

www.globalsuzuki.com

Contact:
Adrian Harrington, AxiCom (for Intelligent Energy)

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