The BMW Group has taken a significant step in its sustainable mobility strategy with the addition of two fuel cell trucks to its freight transport network. This move is part of the European H2Haul project, which aims to promote the use of hydrogen in freight logistics and reduce polluting emissions in the sector.
Fuel cell trucks in action
The new BMW Group vehicles will be driven between Leipzig, Landsberg and Nuremberg to test their feasibility on long-distance routes. The company is building hydrogen refuelling stations in Leipzig and Hormersdorf, which are designed to quickly supply large volumes of fuel, thereby ensuring the trucks’ continued operation.
BMW is betting on hydrogen in freight logistics. Source: BMW
The H2Haul project is in collaboration with companies such as Iveco, DHL and TEAL Mobility, key players in the development of low-emission logistics solutions. The experience gained with these vehicles is expected to contribute to the expansion of this technology in the transport industry.
Towards zero-emission logistics
The adoption of hydrogen trucks is part of the BMW Group’s strategy to reduce its carbon footprint in logistics. The company is evaluating various drive technologies in order to develop efficient and sustainable solutions for freight transport.
In addition, the BMW Group is participating in the HyCET project , which is exploring the use of trucks with hydrogen combustion engines. These vehicles offer a viable alternative thanks to their similarity to conventional diesel engines and their lower production costs compared to fuel cells .
Innovation in internal logistics
The BMW Group plant in Leipzig now has a fleet of more than 200 hydrogen-powered forklifts , reaffirming its commitment to this energy source. The plant has also implemented hydrogen burners in its paint shop, demonstrating that hydrogen is viable for transport and industrial processes.
The BMW Group plans to launch its first hydrogen-powered production model in 2028, complementing its range of electric vehicles . The company sees this technology as a fundamental pillar in its vision of sustainable mobility and the decarbonisation of the automotive industry.
With initiatives such as H2Haul and HyCET, the BMW Group is strengthening its commitment to innovation and reducing emissions in freight transport, paving the way for cleaner and more efficient logistics in Europe.
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