Daimler Truck and Kawasaki Heavy Industries have joined forces to explore liquid hydrogen supply chains.
This partnership, marked by a recently signed memorandum of understanding (MoU), aims to leverage the expertise of both companies in developing and establishing a comprehensive supply chain for liquid hydrogen in Europe.
Daimler Truck is at the forefront of developing next-generation fuel cell trucks powered by liquefied hydrogen. This aligns with their broader strategy to transition from traditional diesel engines to cleaner, renewable energy sources. The company’s commitment to hydrogen technology is underscored by their extensive research and development efforts aimed at improving the efficiency and range of fuel cell vehicles.
Kawasaki Heavy Industries brings to the table its extensive experience in developing technologies for international hydrogen supply chains. Their expertise spans the entire supply chain, from terminals and overseas shipping to large-scale storage solutions. This collaboration with Daimler Truck is poised to benefit from Kawasaki’s advanced technological capabilities in handling and transporting liquefied hydrogen.
The primary goal of this initiative is to study the entire supply chain for liquid hydrogen, focusing on the decarbonization of road freight transportation in Europe.
The development of hydrogen supply chains is a critical component of the global push towards renewable energy. Compared to other initiatives, the Daimler-Kawasaki partnership stands out due to its comprehensive approach, covering every aspect of the supply chain from production to distribution. However, it faces competition from similar projects in regions like North America and Asia, where significant investments are also being made to establish hydrogen infrastructure.
In terms of technological advancements, Daimler’s development of fuel cell trucks powered by liquefied hydrogen represents a significant step forward. These vehicles promise longer ranges and faster refueling times compared to traditional battery electric vehicles. Kawasaki’s role in developing large-scale storage and transportation solutions further complements this, aiming to address one of the major challenges in hydrogen logistics.
