Cellcentric's NextGen Hydrogen Fuel Cell System: Revolutionizing the Trucking Industry
Key Ideas
  • Cellcentric, a joint venture of Daimler Truck and Volvo, is advancing hydrogen powertrain technology for long-haul loads with impressive stats in real-world testing.
  • The BZA150 hydrogen fuel cell system is already powering major European OEM pilot runs, offering high efficiency, durability, and compact packaging.
  • The upcoming NextGen system by Cellcentric is set to be even more powerful and efficient, with a single system design, lower complexity, and reduced fuel consumption.
  • Cellcentric is aiming to begin large-scale production of the NextGen system by 2030, focusing on aligning the timeline with infrastructure development for optimal success.
In Anaheim, California, Cellcentric, a collaboration between Daimler Truck and Volvo, is making significant strides in hydrogen powertrain technology, particularly for long-haul loads. The company's current BZA150 hydrogen fuel cell system, already being utilized in major European OEM pilot runs, offers impressive specs with high efficiency and durability, all within a compact design matching traditional diesel powertrains. Cellcentric's CTO, Nicholas Loughlan, highlighted the system's capabilities, including a proven range of 1,000 kilometers and more with heavy loads. Moreover, Cellcentric is now developing the NextGen system, which promises even greater power and efficiency, thanks to a single system design that reduces complexity and consumption. The company aims to launch large-scale production of the NextGen system by 2030, aligning the timeline with infrastructure development. Cellcentric's future plans include establishing Europe's largest fuel cell production factory to support the growth of hydrogen technology in the trucking industry.
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