Aerospace giant Airbus and Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) have allied with the goal of creating a hydrogen-based aircraft by 2035. FFI, the green energy brainchild of mining billionaire Andew Forrest, has followed its founder’s ambitions in advancing carbon-free hydrogen as a fuel of the future. Both of the companies have ramped up efforts to research and develop green alternatives within their respective industries amid mounting pressure on companies to reduce their emissions. Under the new partnership, Airbus and FFI will work to address challenges spanning from hydrogen production to delivery at airports and on-board aircraft, including finding solutions in hydrogen regulations, supply, and infrastructure. Andrew Forrest travelled to Airbus’ headquarters in Toulouse, France to sign the Memorandum of Understanding and said that aviation was next in the global transition. “The time is now for a green revolution in the aviation industry,” Forrest said. “This exciting collaboration brings together leaders in …