Hydrogen-Powered Future for Long-Haul Transport

IVECO has delivered the first two IVECO S-eWay Fuel Cell heavy-duty trucks to BMW, marking a milestone for the H2Haul project, an EU-backed initiative aiming to demonstrate hydrogen’s viability in commercial long-haul transport.

The vehicles were handed over at a special event hosted by BMW in Leipzig, showcasing the role of hydrogen in BMW’s value chain. The occasion also marked the inauguration of two new TEAL Mobility hydrogen refuelling stations, providing crucial infrastructure to support hydrogen-powered logistics.

Giandomenico Fioretti, Head of Alternative Propulsion Business Development at IVECO, stated:

“The delivery of our first two S-eWay Fuel Cell trucks to BMW represents a significant step forward in proving the practicality and scalability of hydrogen-powered long-haul transport. Through our participation in the H2Haul project, we are proud to help pave the way for a zero-emission future in Europe’s transport sector.”

IVECO S-eWay Fuel Cell – A Game Changer for Hydrogen Logistics

The IVECO S-eWay Fuel Cell offers a range of up to 800 km and refuels in under 20 minutes, making it a practical alternative to diesel for long-haul transport. Each truck can store 70 kg of hydrogen at 700 bar, enabling high-mileage, zero-emission operations.

BMW will use the new vehicles to transport parts between Nuremberg and Leipzig, supported by the newly inaugurated hydrogen refuelling stations in Leipzig and Hormersdorf.

Expanding the Hydrogen Transport Ecosystem

The H2Haul project, co-financed by the Clean Hydrogen Partnership, aims to test and prove the reliability of hydrogen-powered trucks across various European routes. The two BMW vehicles are part of a broader IVECO fleet of 12 hydrogen trucks, set to operate across Germany, France, and Switzerland.

IVECO is committed to a multi-energy approach to decarbonisation, investing in battery-electric, bio-methane, and fuel cell technologies. Hydrogen is seen as a key solution for hard-to-abate transport sectors, including long-haul logistics.

IVECO’s Role in Hydrogen Innovation

Beyond the H2Haul project, IVECO continues to develop hydrogen-powered vehicles, including:

  • S-Way prototype with a FPT Industrial XCURSOR 13-litre Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine
  • Series-hybrid heavy-duty concept truck with a FPT Industrial CURSOR 9 Hydrogen range-extender

Both concepts were showcased at IAA 2024, highlighting IVECO’s leadership in hydrogen mobility innovation.

BMW’s Hydrogen Commitment and Industry Collaboration

The Leipzig event brought together government officials, industry leaders, and hydrogen technology providers, underlining the collaborative effort required to build a hydrogen transport ecosystem.

Attendees were given a first-hand demonstration of hydrogen refuelling operations at the new TEAL Mobility station, alongside a shuttle service using an IVECO BUS E-WAY, already deployed for zero-emission transport within BMW’s facilities.

As hydrogen infrastructure expands, the collaboration between vehicle manufacturers, logistics operators, and policymakers will be crucial in decarbonising Europe’s transport industry.

More Information:

IVECO – www.iveco.com


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