RYSE HYDROGEN - HERNE BAY

Work is set to finally begin on a hydrogen plant dubbed the first of its kind in the UK on a disused BMX track.

Firm Ryse Hydrogen Ltd had originally been expecting to open the renewable energy facility in Westbrook Lane, Herne Bay, by the end of this year.

Following a number of pandemic-induced delays, the scheme has been held up, with diggers still yet to move onto the three-acre site.

But now, Ryse founder Jo Bamford says the company is aiming to begin construction on the multi-million-pound facility before the new year, more than 12 months behind schedule.

“We are still very much focused on the project in Herne Bay,” he said. “We had hoped to start work last year, but as with many things, Covid has had an impact on our timelines- link