Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves received a comprehensive update on JCB's substantial £100 million investment into hydrogen engines and hydrogen-powered equipment during her recent visit to JCB's headquarters in Rocester, Staffordshire. The development of a cutting-edge hydrogen combustion engine is underway at JCB Power Systems in Foston, Derbyshire, with a dedicated team of over 100 engineers leading the project. Previously, Reeves had visited the Foston engine plant in 2022, witnessing a prototype digger powered by a hydrogen engine and engaging in refuelling the machine with hydrogen. During her recent visit, JCB Chairman Anthony Bamford showcased advancements in hydrogen refuelling technology, where the Chancellor participated in refuelling a hydrogen backhoe loader from a mobile hydrogen refueller. Reeves lauded JCB's emission-free machinery, highlighting the pivotal role of hydrogen in decarbonising the construction sector and supporting the government's economic growth objectives. Bamford emphasized the importance of increased investment in green hydrogen production to facilitate the rapid and widespread adoption of JCB's hydrogen-powered equipment. Following the Chancellor's visit, JCB's hydrogen engine has received full EU type-approval for use in non-road mobile machinery across the EU and other recognized territories, with full GB type-approval also secured.