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PARIS, October 21, 2021 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/--

The French manufacturer Hopium announces the signing of a partnership with

Saint-Gobain Sekurit, a world pioneer in the manufacturing of automotive

glazing, to co-develop the glazing of the Hopium Machina, its high-end

hydrogen-powered sedan.

This new major industrial cooperation is part of the manufacturer's ambition to

build the future of mobility, by bringing together pioneering companies around

its project, true leaders in their sector, with recognized know-how and

expertise.

Hopium intends to build on the experience of Saint-Gobain Sekurit to provide

innovative solutions that combine design, safety, thermal and acoustic comfort,

in order to create the best user experience possible on all of the vehicle's

glass surfaces.

"We are proud to be able to collaborate with a major player in the French

industrial heritage, as part of the development of the Hopium Machina. We share

with Saint-Gobain Sekurit's teams the same taste for innovation and the desire

to explore future solutions to push the limits of technology. "

Olivier Lombard, CEO and founder of Hopium

"Saint-Gobain Sekurit is delighted to support Hopium, a French start-up

committed to green mobility. Saint-Gobain is pursuing its objective of reducing

the group's environmental impact, which is also reflected in solutions adapted

to a more sustainable mobility. "

Tim Jurkowski, VP Sales, Marketing & Projects at Saint-Gobain Sekurit

The process, already underway between the two entities, should lead to the

presentation, in 2022, of the first pre-industrialization vehicles of the

Hopium Machina.

About Hopium

Olivier Lombard, the youngest winner of the 24 hours of Le Mans, founded

Hopium, a manufacturer of high-end hydrogen-powered vehicles, as an achievement

resulting from his experience acquired on the racing circuits.  

With the automotive culture in his heritage, Olivier Lombard has driven for 7

years hydrogen-powered racing cars, making him the world's most experienced

racer in this field.

As an open-air laboratory, the race has allowed Olivier Lombard and his team to

reflect on new mobility solutions to meet today's environmental challenges.

While the transportation sector alone is responsible for 20% of greenhouse gas

emissions, the company is positioning itself as a player in climate change.

Hopium brings together a team of experts and leading partners at the forefront

of innovation in the fields of hydrogen fuel cells, technology, and automotive

engineering.

Hopium (FR0014000U63 - MLHPI) is listed on Euronext Access+ and is eligible for

PEA-PME.

About Saint-Gobain Sekurit

With more than 350 years of history, Saint-Gobain is one of the 100 most

innovative groups in the world.

In the Mobility branch of the group, Saint-Gobain Sekurit creates innovative

glazing systems that enhance experience on board, safety and sustainability.

As a trusted automotive partner, Saint-Gobain Sekurit makes every drive a great

experience.

contact@hopium.com

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Source: Hopium