California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has inked an $80 million deal with Stadler Rail to introduce the first hydrogen-powered intercity passenger trains in North America. This groundbreaking initiative reinforces California’s commitment to being a global pioneer in clean and eco-friendly transport solutions.
Stadler and the state of California have inked a transformative contract. The agreement solidifies Stadler’s commitment to building four cutting-edge hydrogen-powered trainsets for California, with an option for an additional 25 trains—a deal that holds the potential to reshape rail travel in the state.
Saudi Arabia is currently conducting tests on the hydrogen train to ensure its compatibility with the kingdom’s unique environment. The move towards hydrogen technology signifies a significant step in the nation’s pursuit of a more sustainable transport system that incorporates cutting-edge smart technologies.
Saudi Arabia has achieved a new milestone in sustainable transportation as its national railway company has entered into an agreement with its French partner to commence testing for its ambitious hydrogen train project.
Angel Trains, the UK’s largest rolling stock company, has joined forces with the University of St Andrews in support of a pioneering hydrogen train initiative. This partnership signals a promising future for hydrogen-powered transportation and green energy research.
Alstom, a leading manufacturer of railway transportation equipment, has announced that it has unveiled the Coradia Stream hydrogen train alongside the FNM group, a specialist in sustainable mobility in Lombardy.
National railway KTZ and Wabtec have signed a framework agreement for the production of hydrogen locomotives and the creation of an engineering centre at the LKZ loco factory in Astana, Kazakhstan.
Polish energy company ORLEN has proudly unveiled the country’s first hydrogen-propelled locomotive, marking a significant stride towards sustainable rail transportation.
Siemens Mobility, a global leader in transportation solutions, has marked a significant milestone in sustainable rail travel. The company has successfully completed the first test runs of its groundbreaking Mireo Plus H hydrogen-powered train in Bavaria, Germany. This achievement signifies a major leap toward the future of emission-free and eco-conscious rail travel.
The debate over the role of hydrogen in the future of rail transport has heated up in Bavaria, with passenger association Pro Bahn Bayern firmly declaring that hydrogen is “meaningless” for local rail passenger transport in the state.
