The 2025 Aotearoa Hydrogen Awards recognised standout organisations and individuals accelerating New Zealand’s transition to a low-emissions economy through hydrogen innovation. A total of 46 nominations were received across industry, government, academia and community with the field narrowed to 19 finalists across six categories. Several organisations and individuals were shortlisted in multiple categories, reflecting the depth of expertise and pace of development across the sector and highlighting hydrogen’s emerging role as a core pillar in Aotearoa’s future energy system.
GBV was named the winner of the Innovation Excellence category at the 2025 Aotearoa Hydrogen Awards, presented at the H2 2 Zero Summit, recognising GBV’s outstanding contribution to delivering hydrogen solutions that move beyond concept into operational reality. The honour reflects the company’s ability to execute complex engineering programmes, integrate advanced powertrain systems and deliver deployable zero-emission vehicles that are shaping the future of transport in Aotearoa. This win positions GBV among the country’s most respected clean technology innovators.