The REVIVE (Refuse Vehicle Innovation and Validation in Europe) project, backed by the Clean Hydrogen Partnership, and the HECTOR project, co-financed by Interreg Northwest Europe, started operations for two fuel cell refuse trucks in Groningen, the Netherlands.
H2SITE, a Spanish hydrogen transport solutions provider, has made a significant breakthrough in maritime decarbonization by successfully commissioning the world’s first on-board ammonia cracking system. This system generates high-purity hydrogen coupled with a PEM fuel cell, providing clean energy for the ship’s auxiliary consumptions.
In a strategic move towards understanding the potential risks associated with hydrogen as a ship fuel, the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) has initiated a call for tenders for a comprehensive study. With a budget of 450,000 euros, the AESM aims to delve into the specific hazards that hydrogen may pose in the maritime environment.
International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) forecasts that the cost of owning and operating heavy-duty fuel cell trucks will outpace their diesel counterparts by 2030.
Hyundai Motor Company has undergone key executive replacements, signaling a potential shift in strategy. Despite ambitious goals, the company’s hydrogen business has faced stagnation, prompting a series of resignations among top executives. The recent reshuffle aims to breathe new life into Hyundai’s hydrogen division and address challenges hindering the realization of its hydrogen roadmap.
British Columbia is set to invest $16.5 million in a pioneering pilot program led by Hydrogen Technology & Energy Corporation (HTEC). The initiative aims to explore the viability of hydrogen as a fuel for commercial trucking, ushering in a new era of clean and efficient freight transport.
Fraunhofer Institute is shedding light on the potential acoustic transformation brought about by hydrogen-powered heavy goods vehicles. While the comprehensive results are anticipated in spring 2024, early findings already indicate that 18-tonne trucks equipped with the Keyou hydrogen engine exhibit noise levels only half as loud as their diesel counterparts during low-speed operations and maneuvers.
Hylane, a subsidiary of DEVK Versicherungen, and Quantron AG join forces to usher in a new era of emission-free last-mile transport. With a shared commitment to innovative and climate-friendly mobility solutions, the collaboration introduces hydrogen-electric vans, specifically designed for last-mile operations, in a pioneering pay-per-use model.
The decision to purchase 25 hydrogen buses in the Friuli Venezia Giulia (FVG) Region has sparked a wave of skepticism, with councilors Giulia Massolino, Massimo Moretuzzo, and Marco Putto expressing serious reservations.
Kohler Engines, a key player in the engine development realm, has launched the Direct Injection Hydrogen (KDH) engine, a groundbreaking internal combustion engine fueled by hydrogen. This move aligns with Kohler’s commitment to advancing technologies with a reduced environmental footprint and promoting sustainability.
