DP World, a global logistics giant, is making strides in greener port operations with the field trial of its first hydrogen-powered rubber-tired gantry (RTG) crane at the Port of Vancouver. This initiative, aimed at cutting carbon emissions, involves retrofitting one RTG crane to operate on hydrogen fuel cells. The hydrogen-powered crane emits only water vapor, eliminating a significant amount of diesel consumption annually while also being quieter and more reliable than its diesel counterpart. DP World's COO in Canada highlighted the importance of finding solutions to decarbonize their operations. The trial, part of DP World's plan to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, will assess hydrogen consumption, productivity, and cost compared to traditional diesel models. Vancouver's role as a hydrogen innovation hub played a key role in the decision to conduct the trial in the city. If successful, DP World intends to expand the hydrogen retrofit to more cranes in Vancouver and Prince Rupert, with potential global deployment. The company favors hydrogen over batteries due to the energy-intensive lifting requirements of their equipment. The ongoing trial now utilizes green hydrogen sourced from a local company that produces it from renewable energy sources. The success of this trial could pave the way for significant emissions reductions in port operations globally, with potential extensions to other equipment beyond gantry cranes. DP World's hydrogen-powered crane signifies a positive step towards more sustainable and cleaner supply chains.