Meet Faouzi Annajah, the French-Moroccan entrepreneur reshaping the future of clean mobility with NamX — the world’s first hydrogen SUV powered by removable fuel capsules and proudly designed for global impact.
If there’s a name you should know in the future of sustainable mobility, it’s Faouzi Annajah. The French-Moroccan entrepreneur is not just imagining a greener future — he’s building it, capsule by capsule.
Born in Éragny, France, in 1993 to Moroccan parents from Errachidia, Faouzi grew up with a deep curiosity for cars — nurtured by a father who worked for decades at Renault. That early exposure laid the foundation for a bold vision: to design an automobile that would be not only innovative but also entirely independent from fossil fuels.
Enter NamX: The Hydrogen SUV That’s Changing the Game
In 2017, Faouzi launched NamX (New Automotive and Mobility Exploration), a tech-forward automotive company rooted in clean energy and smart mobility. The company’s flagship innovation? The HUV (Hydrogen Utility Vehicle) — a futuristic SUV powered by a patented hydrogen capsule system.
Unlike conventional hydrogen vehicles, the NamX HUV uses a hybrid model: one fixed hydrogen tank and six removable capsules, allowing drivers to "reload" clean energy like changing batteries. This game-changing system eliminates the usual infrastructure challenges of hydrogen refueling and extends autonomy up to 800 kilometers — all without tailpipe emissions.
Designed in Italy, Engineered for the World
To bring his vision to life, Faouzi partnered with Pininfarina, the legendary Italian design firm behind Ferraris and Maseratis. The result? A sleek, muscular SUV that turns heads while pushing the envelope on sustainable tech.
The HUV isn’t just about aesthetics — it’s a symbol of energy freedom. Faouzi often speaks about "hydrogen as liberty," framing the vehicle as part of a broader mission to decentralize access to clean fuel and reimagine how people interact with energy.
A Green Dream Made in Morocco
With plans to manufacture the NamX HUV in Morocco by 2027, Faouzi is positioning the country at the center of the global hydrogen economy. The move will create jobs, drive innovation, and highlight Morocco’s growing role in the clean tech space — all while showing that big ideas can come from North Africa and go global.
Faouzi’s project is about more than transportation. It’s about engineering sovereignty, energy autonomy, and reshaping the narrative around Moroccan innovation.
Inspiring Youth Through Bold Ideas
Whether he's speaking at international conferences or featured in automotive media, Faouzi often reflects on how his journey — from the son of a factory worker to a CEO in clean tech — can inspire youth in Morocco and beyond. His story is one of grit, ambition, and believing that African talent can lead the green revolution.
Conclusion
Faouzi Annajah isn’t just building a car — he’s building a movement. With NamX, he’s proving that innovation and sustainability don’t have to come at the expense of performance or design. In a world looking for clean answers, his capsule-powered SUV just might be the spark that drives us forward.